The Yamaha RX-A3070BL review will consider all the latest innovations in the field of multimedia entertainment that is collected in the top model from Yamaha.
Yamaha RX-A3070BL review
Features
Unlike most competitors in this class, the Yamaha RX-A3070 Aventage can not only switch the video signal received via HDMI but also scale the material Full HD or SD resolution to 4K parameters. A distinctive feature in the Yamaha RX-A3070BL specs is an amplifier with a power of 230 watts per channel with a resistance of 4 ohms, which can create the effect of an 11.1 system using only the configuration of 7.1 speakers. Soundtrack decoding and all digital sound processing are performed by two Cinema DSP processors. The digital streams are converted to analog signals using two Burr-Brown PCM 9210 chips and a pair of Burr-Brown PCM 510 chips. The HQV Vida VHD1900EVG processor works with the video material.
Design and build
The design is in the tradition of Yamaha - the front panel is cut horizontally into two halves. The upper one is a dark plastic overlay that hides a large information display. The lower part is finished with metal. There are only two large knobs at the edges, all other controls are hidden under the panel in the center. Inside, the central place is occupied by a large power transformer with a W-shaped core. Below him is the A.R.T. Wedge, designed to dampen vibrations from the power unit of the receiver. Power amplifiers are installed along the side walls. The output stages are performed on selected pairs of Sanken STD05N / STD05P transistors.
Connectivity
Yamaha RX-A3070 can play files in WAV and FLAC formats from both external USB drives and DLNA servers. Besides, there is also a broadcast of many Internet radio stations.
Setup
The YPAO R.S.C. system is used to calibrate the device in specific acoustic conditions.
Yamaha RX-A3070BL pros and cons
Pros
- Yamaha RX-A3070 Aventage demonstrated a very powerful and dynamic, but at the same time soft sound.
Cons
- The receiver does not support MHL protocol
- With such a power receiver, the cooling system cannot cope with the removal of heat from the components
- Amplifier power in excess. It would not be out of place to add support for the Third Zone
Common features
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
Amplifier
Channels
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
THD in stereo, %
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
Subwoofer output (LFE)
Headphone output
Optical digital input
Coaxial digital input
Composite input
Component input/output
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
Additional features
Voice control
App control
Display
Tuner
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
Other additional features
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
Zone audio output
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
RS-232
Remote control input/output (IR)
DC trigger output (12V)
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
Power
Operational power consumption, W
Standby consumption, W
Removable power cord
User manual
Manual
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Other
Release year
