Yamaha RX-V4A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | TLPCHC TLPWLG

[@dartfrogger]

I'm enjoying my unit. It's a big upgrade from my 16 year old Sony receiver. Sound is noticeably better, and the extra HDMI ports and 3D pass through have saved me from the rat's nest of optical cables and HDMI switchers that were required with my old setup. Get one, you won't regret it.

[@TLPCHC]

Superb

[@whole_caveman_or_lions_den]

I have a oldish Sony STR-DH550, but I'm bummed it doesn't even passthrough HDR, and it doesn't support eARC, i'd like to upgrade it some day and think this might be the receiver I'm going for, do you think it'll sound much better?

[@Auagri]

Was anyone else waiting for the receiver to get thrown? 😂😂😂

[@TLPCHC]

I think people do. HaHa

[@xuanmai7133]

@@TLPCHC why didn't you satisfy them?

[@Horatiuhh]

yes

[@Lowkey_nxthxn]

Yeah the way he throws stuff is funny as heck 😂😂😂

[@kalanajasenthuliyana]

🤣🤣🤣

[@rockymaivia787]

Would this easily fire up a pair of Emotiva T1? just looking for a 3.1 setup.

[@TLPCHC]

Th slightly better RX-A2A woudl be a better match

[@rockymaivia787]

@@TLPCHC oh the aventage?

[@MC-dh3ku]

Hi, a question about the younger brother RXV4A, is it possible to connect speakers from other brands via Bluetooth/WiFi?

[@TLPCHC]

You can connect "off brand" BlueTooth speakers for music playback (it uses the same connection for BlueTooth Headphones etc too). HOwever, you can not use off brand speakers for rears (they must be MusicCast rears).

[@chrissyman77]

Love the way you kept throwing everything away, made me laugh 😁

[@TLPCHC]

Thank you Chris

[@ashwinikumar8388]

Only the remote was spared 😁

[@gregnewberry1147]

ME TOO

[@SMADARETEP]

I was expecting to see a little old lady to be scurrying about picking up the garbage and cursing under her breath. Lol.

[@kristhompson8112]

Just picked up a heavily discounted unit from Harvey Normans, Auckland, NZ Interested to know can I run a wireless (Bluetooth) Sub at the rear as it's going to be a major to run a cable under the floor.

[@TLPCHC]

It does not support a bluetooth subwoofer. It will support a MusicCast subwoofer link this: listeningpost.co.nz/shop/yamaha-musiccast-sub-100-subwoofer/ or there are subs that you can add a wireless adaptor listeningpost.co.nz/shop/paradigm-defiance-v12-subwoofer/

[@Rambonz2]

Purchased one from you guys about a year ago. Currently trying to arrange with yamaha for the board replacement for the hdmi 2.1 120hz 40gbps issue, Wondering if its better to coordinate through you guys or yamaha. Progess is literally months apart with their board replacement program/emails.

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - You should have contacted us first

[@georgedomse]

Can you remove the pegs from the speaker output posts? I suppose, this amplifier is banana plug compatible - am I wrong?

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - Banana plugs can be used. Tghis is how to remove the caps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXLcfpajZcmob5Y

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

Can the remote work with this if the unit is in a cabinet behind wood doors, no glass? Thx

[@TLPCHC]

A remote requires line of site, so will not work behind a solid door. The App is WiFi though, so that might suite

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

@@TLPCHC I think I need a repeater device.

[@LeWpD]

This range is priced so well for what you get!

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - It is

[@0AndrewBolt0]

Thx for the run-down. I've been looking for an entry-level 5.1 amp to replace my cheapo (but adequate ) 5.1 Panasonic DVD player amp which has gone ni-nis'. I think this should work fine with the Panasonic columns that originally came with the kit so long as I don't push them too hard I guess?

[@TLPCHC]

The amplifier will be fine, Your speakers will never sound better

[@0AndrewBolt0]

@@TLPCHC ... just a further question if it's okay.... is the Sub-Out ports only for powered speakers or can I connect the unpowered sub?

[@milindasenarath]

@@0AndrewBolt0 u cant connect a passive sub for sub pre out ports. only an active sub

[@dreadroberts7523]

thank you for the great video. It was of great help to me. Thank you. I needed to know if cal mic was included and now i know. thank you. I really love the throwing stuff to the side

[@TLPCHC]

Thanks Dread

[@basically_unboxed]

Would it make any significant sound difference upgrading from the RX-V381 70 W to the RX-V6A 100W? I'm running them with the BOSE Acoustimass 6 system. Thanks

[@TLPCHC]

I would focus any upgrade budget on your speakers

[@sydhiknazeer96]

Polk tl 1600 can use with this receiver?? Pls suggest speaker package

[@TLPCHC]

Yes. The amp is well suite to these 5.1 speaker packages

[@prezeljboriss]

Hi, would this be good combo with yamaha ns 777 and 333 speakers?

[@TLPCHC]

The RX-V4a is a small amp, best suited to driver small speakers. In-Ceilings, in-walls, classic sat / sub packages. not floor standing speakers. Consider the RX-V6a or RX-A2a as an option better suited

[@subhodaluvguru]

I ordered this amp also ns333 for both fronts and sorround and nsc444 as center. Just a small setup. Excited!! 😊

[@bryank427]

Great overview, this looks like a really nice upgrade from my rx-v383. Really just need something that can do eARC well with my 5.1 setup eventually, and this looks like the perfect fit.

[@TLPCHC]

It is superb, but consider an amp with a little more power (unless you have small speakers)

[@bryank427]

@@TLPCHC ok interesting, so you think it would be worth upgrading to the v6a instead? There’s a handful of sites that have it for $600. My setup has some fairly large speakers.

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

@@bryank427 what is eARC. Is it similar to ARC? Thx

[@jhonjairolopezcastro5633]

Hola amigo este sistema se le puede poner 2 subwoofer Yamaha activos?? Y tengo los parlantes Bosé 161 serán compatibles con este sistema

[@TLPCHC]

Before considering changing or adding subwoofers - Improve your speakers. Your ears deserve better than Bose

[@kr19569]

Had a query which has been bothering me for sometime: was deciding between Denon S650h and Yamaha RX-V4A and found that power consumption of S650h was 340W and of RX-V4A was 260 and wanted to know the reason for such difference? Both AVRs are 5.1 with no dedicated passive subwoofer out to explain the power difference. Also the rated power of both are almost same; 75-80W per channel. Does it mean the Denon outputs more power per speaker or is something else the case?

[@TLPCHC]

Input power does not equate in any way to output power. I think you have highlighted that the Yamaha is more electrically efficent and it will run cooler than the Denon. You will also see that the Denon has less real world wattage than the Yamaha.

[@kr19569]

@@TLPCHC thank you for your wonderful insight and suggestion. Much apprrciated.

[@Jonfrix]

I see you have a Q Acoustics. Does it go well with 3020i and 3090ci for 3.1 set up? I`m trying to upgrade little by little.

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - These speakers seem to work well with the Yamaha. Don't go much bigger though, this is a light weight amp.

[@Jonfrix]

@@TLPCHC appreciate it! For now ill try it out for 3.1 then slowly upgrade for 5.1. just need to do more research for a small surround speakers that can paired with 3020i front speakers... Cheers!!

[@tonatiuhleon2548]

Tengo que las bocinas de un logitech z906 que se descompuso,¿ las bocinas y el subwoofer funcionarían con este equipo si solo las conecto?

[@TLPCHC]

Hola Tone: Su sistema de fallas no es compatible, pero puede hacer que funcione. PERO - Te recomiendo encarecidamente que busques nuevos oradores.

[@VynZography]

I feel like that lovely glossy plastic front will scratch really easily?

[@TLPCHC]

After living with this for a while, it does not seem to be easy to scratch

[@horacegrimsby2870]

@@TLPCHC oh cool. Thanks.

[@visvalaspenikas8698]

Hello, what tipe of subwoofer i should buy for this amplifier?

[@TLPCHC]

As always - the biggest, baddest sub you can afford! (Maybe SVS or a Big Yamaha)

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

@@TLPCHC would a Velodine Sub work too? Thx

[@brettc9647]

Does zone B have the ability to play a different source while playing something else in the main room?

[@TLPCHC]

I don't think so.

[@sergiuflorea3136]

Would anyone please be able to advise on how to connect a microphone and play some karaoke 🎤 with this Yamaha. I have been struggling as I can't have both microphone and music at the same time

[@TLPCHC]

You need an external mixer. Plug the music source into the mixer AND the mix into the mixer. www.musicplanet.co.nz/studiomaster-club-xs6-mixer-with-2-mic-preamps.html

[@sbbinahee]

Does it support dts?

[@TLPCHC]

Yes it does

[@sbbinahee]

@@TLPCHC thanks ! Looks like a great piece of kit for the price !

[@TLPCHC]

Just a reminder, the wattage is rated in the "chain store" rating, not the "real" wattage we see in the HiFi industry. Be careful matching speakers

[@sbbinahee]

@@TLPCHC .im not great on technical end and not sure what you mean but I have good 'Mission' floor standing speakers centre channel and surrounds. 5.1 . Will it drive them?

[@sbbinahee]

@@TLPCHC recommended amlifier 25 to 100 watts it says on main L and R speakers

[@slowridefpv9668]

I picked this receiver up a week ago. Pleased so far except... blue tooth streaming from my phone sucks. Every time I adjust the volume from the remote, dial or phone the music skips erratically until you stop adjusting the volume. It will pause the music for a moment then pick back up. The remote swapped the volume to the with the input. If you swap the input by accident and go back to Bluetooth I have to reconnect the phone to the receiver. Other than that pretty solid for the price? But the volume adjustment problem is driving me nuts. It may get sent back to Crutchfield if I can’t find a solution.

[@TLPCHC]

I think you should be using the MusicCast App - not just bluetooth. And also check your phones Media settings re volume

[@slowridefpv9668]

Thanks for the reply! Tried a couple more devices to interface with it (iPad and Samsung phone)They worked quite a bit better Than my older phone. Now i’m Falling back in luv with it.

[@andrewgreig1197]

Unfortunately, I have not had a great introduction to this machine, working as a stereo receiver and with only Cable TV and a BlueRay Disc player connections are minimal. I ran the Firmware upgrade before entering set up. Worked through the set up and then expected it to work. Nup. Went to the online users manual, unfortunate document. Can't find a trouble shooting section, man, that's confidence. I am getting ready to take it back to the store as this product has a distinctly citrus tang to it. I finally got a picture and sound but not in that order. The picture lagged by minutes and often would not appear at all. Now, I can't get the Setup button to respond. 5 hours of frustration just to replace a receiver. Maybe something screwed the Firmware upgrade, I only proceeded to Setup once the screen on the receiver said that it was finished. I can take it back to the dealer tomorrow, but I know that I purchased the last one they had.

[@TLPCHC]

Why on earth would you buy an entry level AVR receiver (4k / 8k HDMI etc etc) and use it as a stereo receiver? Focus your budget and buy a way better sounding stereo receiver!

[@BugHuntersPC]

Love these speakers!! which brand model etc?

[@TLPCHC]

The speakers in the background are Q-Acoustics Q3050i floor standing speakers, check them out here: www.listeningpost.co.nz/products/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/acoustics-3050i-floorstanding-speakers-q3000i-series-__I.227890__C.27282__N.27756

[@roussellfuentes8055]

Yamaha rx-v4a puedo utilizarlo con 2 altavoces ns-777 torres y ns-c444 central

[@TLPCHC]

The RX-V4a is a small amplifier, better suited to smaller speakers. Please consider the RX-V6a or bigger

[@robertomanodepiedranomas4283]

Hi, the speakers yamaha NS-F350 and NS F330 are they good compatible for this AV4A ??

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - But the AV-4A has small amplification, so I woudl suggest you look at the 6A

[@brightside85]

I was hoping he would throw the remote and receiver as well

[@TLPCHC]

Maybe next time

[@oliveranoba2850]

please throw also the AV after you reviewed 😆😆😆

[@KubotaManDan]

I need a tutorial on programming the remote for my added components. Best buy set it up with just the speakers, TV & Bluray and since than I managed to screw that up by following the Yamaha user guide, it appears to be written by a tech for a tech & not a regular customer. Nobody on youtube has a tutorial video for this remote & AVR and it's 2/14/2022. Seems like the'd sell more if they could simplify programing

[@TLPCHC]

I suggest you pay a local Tech to set it up and do all this for you.

[@giancofett]

No Dolby Atmos support??? :(

[@TLPCHC]

This is an amazing sounding, rock solid, brillently built 5 channel, budget priced amplifier with streaming on board - What were you expecting for the money?

[@sbbinahee]

Is it a budget item because it is basic no frills as such and simply well priced because of that fact. I'm only interested in 5.1 sound but I can't find mid or high end 5.1. How does it actually sou d for movies and music sources? Thanks a mill.

[@annconlon4468]

Great review as always. I'll be looking out for this at my local retailer in Northern Ireland.

[@TLPCHC]

Thanks Ann C

[@kezdotanulo9160]

Review? Not even turned on. 5 min. Just to take it out of the box! Are you out of....

[@richardpells5974]

Really helpful. Thanks!

[@TLPCHC]

Thanks Richard

[@alexandreesquenet3736]

@4:18 I was scared he would throw the remote on his right side ^^

[@TLPCHC]

No, but maybe

[@stevekastner2825]

Looks like a goodwill find

[@TLPCHC]

It is certainly entry level. Still, better than a similar Onkyo etc

[@Simlife101]

still the same remote as always but for the price it is great. Not 5 years ago you would of paid a lot more for such features as this has

[@TLPCHC]

Thanks Brummie

[@camarosspr]

No ATMOS ??? No 5.2.4, no 7.2.4?? ATMOS will keep growing forward thru the years. already obsolete for movie watching. One can even add really cheap overhead speakers, and upgrade latter.

[@TLPCHC]

I think you are expecting a lot for the RRP of this amplifier. It is an entry level AVR and it is 8k.

[@tcreed1143]

What ever you do don’t unbox my Yamaha reciver 😬😬

[@povilaslondon]

can it be used with only 2 floorstand speakers? I'm torn between this and R-N602. Its mainly for music listening but with future upgrade in mind if I would want to use it with more speakers. So basically my question is if it can be used for only 2 speakers and how is R-N602 would be better if listening to music only?

[@TLPCHC]

If you are not doing surrpund sound, don't buy the RX-V4A (or any AV receiver). Consider the RN-602 or the way better RN-803

[@MunteanuLucian]

@@TLPCHC, i looking at it because rn's and a's from yamaha doesnt have all the functions i;m looking for, like: optical in, bluetooth, fm tunner, phono (i know this doesnt have either) audio ins, ability to be in bluetooth standby. you think this cant do the same quality amplifications of sound like an yamaha amp or stereo receiver does?

[@diegotoro922]

Not very clever to throw away the batteries, the cable, etc...you're gonna need them later, so you'll end up collecting them from the floor.

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - And I am the one that packs up all the rest of the stuff too.

[@GaneshSatputeAtPlus]

Stop throwing things around.

[@TLPCHC]

Thanks - But no, I love having fun with this kind of stuff

[@GaneshSatputeAtPlus]

@@TLPCHC Hahaha.

[@nathanclaspell6003]

The comment section here has soured me on any content that you may produce. Booooo!

[@TLPCHC]

Thank you for your feedback. I hope you are having a wonderful day

[@jemdfree12]

Me watching this is dreaming to have one like this. For me, i found it really rude may i say disturbing that you just throwing away all of those things. Not funny for me. I dont like the the way you review things. I found it so boastful. 👎

[@TLPCHC]

Thank you for your feedback. Have you seen how I treat Bluetooth turntables? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYm3ZYCCndCHeJo

[@SMADARETEP]

ROFLMFAO!@@TLPCHC

[@zoran7236]

No phono

[@TLPCHC]

Yes - This is a budget model

[@alexcristi878]

low power output junk ,80w per channel my ass when de total power consumption is 260w

[@TLPCHC]

It is an entry level unit, designed to go on the shelf beside Panasonic and Phillips AVR's that claim 280w and deliver 20, so yea, this RX-V4a is under powered, but it is CHEAP too.

[@williamsatish25]

Bad attitude, hence thumbs down for throwing stuff, where a human labour is involved in doing the same thing. Trashing your review like you throwing stuff around.

[@TLPCHC]

Thank you so much for your feedback

[@stevekastner2825]

Don’t buy this receiver. Peace of junk Just got it and it’s broken and the sound quality sucks. Chip shortage means companies are putting crappy hardware in these components. Have to return mine.if you have an older receiver hang on to it

[@TLPCHC]

This is an ENTRY LEVEL unit. The cheapest 8k HDMI AVR that can be built. What were you expecting? And what speakers were you asking it to drive?