Yamaha RX-V4A [2023 Review]

The launch of HDMI 2.1 brought with it some key new innovations in the new AV receiver models in 2020, marking a little larger leap in terms of actual functions. Aside from that and a few minor tweaks, we were basically receiving the same old models we saw in 2019.

Yamaha appears to be the only brand that has made a splash with the announcement of certain HDMI 2.1-enabled machines, as well as a new redesign that is a breath of fresh air.

And today, in our Yamaha RX-V4A review, we’ll take a look at their most affordable model and see what it has to offer. If you are interested in this model, keep reading our Yamaha RX-V4A review for more information below.

YAMAHA RX-V4A 5.2-Channel AV Receiver

About: RX-V4A is much lighter, easier to set up and run, has a built-in AM/FM tuner as well as the aforementioned MusicCast capabilities, and is Bluetooth enabled, in addition to being significantly less expensive.

Overall Review

Think again if you’re used to a front panel of buttons and a large display window. The RX-V4A, like its more expensive siblings, has a “cycloptic” design that includes a large rotary volume knob in the center of the front panel. A smaller display pane to the right of the volume control displays detailed setting information (more about that later).

Some features of the RX-V4A seem unusual and foreign, while others are as comfortable as a favorite pair of slippers. Many of the DSP parameters that were previously only available on the DSP-A1 are now available on the budget model.

Some, in fact, date back to Yamaha’s DSP-1, which was the company’s first attempt at replicating the acoustic personalities of actual venues according to our Yamaha RX-V4A review.

Channels

Output power: 5.1, 5.1, 5.1, 5.1, 5.1, (1kHz, driven on one channel) Output power: 145W (6 ohms, 0.9 percent THD), input power: (20Hz-20kHz, driven on two channels) 80W (6 ohms, 0.09% THD).

It contains HDMI inputs, 1 HDMI output, 4K Ultra HD processing, HD audio decoding (DTS-HD, True-HD), Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, 1 optical input on the back, 1 digital coaxial input, 3 USB port, and1 optical input on the front.

There are a total of ten analog audio inputs. The receiver weighs 8.8 kg and is 435 x 171 x 377 mm. It also includes an AM/FM radio tuner.

Yamaha offers a wide range of A-amplifiers to fulfill a variety of customer requirements. We previously reviewed the Yamaha RX-V6Ahome cinema receiver and were very impressed.

This is why the RX-V4A model, which is available at a very low price, piqued our interest in our Yamaha RX-V4A review.

Design

We’ve become accustomed to seeing the same patterns and, obviously, the same dimensions over the last few years.

With the delivery of the new units and their new designs, we can see that their dimensions have altered significantly, with the new unit measuring 17-1/8″ x 14-7/8″ x 9-5/8″ (435 x 377 x 245 mm) and weighing19.4 lbs (8.8 kg), slightly larger than the RX-V485 it is supposed to replace.

By lowering the antennas to a horizontal position, the height can be reduced to just 6-3/4″ (171 mm), giving you more breathing room according to our Yamaha RX-V4A review.

Pure 5.1

As you may have guessed, the receiver is a pure 5.1 receiver. For Dolby Atmos or DTS: X, as well as rear surround speakers, there are no height channels. Yamaha caters to clients who merely want the most basic features but still believe stereo sound is important.

HDMI 2.1

The number of HDMI inputs is limited, but four should suffice for the great majority of users. Especially because the HDMI output enables extended audio return (eARC), which allows for high-resolution audio to be returned from the TV.

This simplifies the process of connecting all sources to the TV and then returning the audio to the receiver through a single HDMI wire.

The HDMI circuits are type 2.1 and support 4K/120 Hz and 8K/60 Hz resolutions as well as all HDR formats, which means you may play the latest game consoles with the highest screen frequency while simultaneously watching movies in 8K when the time comes.

The signals travel through the receiver freely and without issue according to our Yamaha RX-V4A review.

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Conclusion: Yamaha RX-V4A [2023 Review]

This receiver provides outstanding sound quality at a low cost. It has a modern, youthful appearance, yet certain elements appear to be a little cheap. If you want a more powerful bass, go for the Yamaha RX-V6A, the RX-biggerV4A’s brother.

The RX-V4A adjusts the sound to the exact dimensions of the room. The Music Cast program allows you to eliminate any cabling issues as well as the clutter that comes with it according to our Yamaha RX-V4Areview.

The lack of Dolby Atmos compatibility is a drawback, but at this price, it still makes sense. There are still a lot of other features. We hope you liked our Yamaha RX-V4A review and it was helpful.