Author Topic: Yamaha Receivers (Read 400848 times)

dagul27 · « **Reply #2580 on:** Sep 18, 2006 at 01:32 AM »

pics posted in HT Gallery

dagul27 · « **Reply #2581 on:** Sep 18, 2006 at 02:49 PM »

Here's my short review on the Yamaha RX-V659 and Rotel RB-985 combo w/Monitor Audio B6 as fronts,Monitor Audio Bronze Center as center channel,old Bose bookshelf as surround and an Old Onkyo subs from my HTIB.

SACD/DVD-A/CD player - Pioneer 588A(also recommended

)
DVD -Oppo upconverting dvd player-(good upconverter if you have an HDTV,will sell this when HD-DVD drive for the 360 comes out

)

Test CDs and DVDs

Norah Jones(SACD)without the amp - a little harsh at around -34Db,my old Onkyo did a better job at high volumes.
With the Rotel RB-985 amp - totally different story.I am a believer now that you can actually feel that the singer is infront of you.no harshness at -30Db,it's like the singer is reaching out.No bull****.Then i said to myself,sulit ang binayad ko sa amp.2 channel stereo mode and multi channel were both amazing.Sound was very clean and clear.Galing!

Narada Smooth Jazz-almost the same with or without the amp.

Marta Gomez - CANTOS DE AGUA DULCE - seperation was more defined.played with volume at
-24Db,medyo mahina for me around -30Db but with the amplifier,playing at higher volumes was not a problem.

Eagles-hell freezes over DTS-

,hotel california was the best with acoustic guitars.

Godsmack-The Other Side(Hybrid SACD)-only 7 songs but worth it.vocal and instrument separation was way better.2 channel and multi channel sounded excellent.

MOVIES

Saving Private Ryan,beach landing-only at -34Db,bass was more powerful and buong buo.

Moulin Rouge-great movie,liked it because of nicole kidman,hehehe.Without the amp i had to raise the volume to -20Db but the yammy was able to take it.good receiver,best with external amp.

I'm really impressed with the Rotel RB-985's power and the Yamaha RX-V659's processing capabilities.For me,this is a perfect match.Power and grace,parang BMW,hehehe.Anyway,i'm very happy with my setup right now.Just wanted to share with you guys my experience with these gears.

Two thumbs up for both music and HT.

MAtZTER · « **Reply #2582 on:** Sep 18, 2006 at 03:24 PM »

Sounds excellent. I planned to downgrade from my HK630 before to do this Yamaha 659/ Rotel 985 combination. Hmmm....

bumblebee · « **Reply #2583 on:** Sep 22, 2006 at 12:42 PM »

Downgrade na.

http://www.audioholics.com/productreviews/avhardware/YamahaRX-V659p1.php

MAtZTER · « **Reply #2584 on:** Sep 22, 2006 at 03:32 PM »

Thanks sir bumblebee! I am still thinking about it.

That 659 review is very revealing.

Note the type of speakers used. http://www.audioholics.com/productreviews/loudspeakers/5.1SpeakerSystemShootout2.php

The type of speakers used just affirms my conclusion in other threads regarding what type of speakers are best for these series.

And measurements are in 2 channel only. I still keep that PM you sent me regarding power ratings (last year pa yun). Its been very helpful.

arthurallanj · « **Reply #2585 on:** Sep 23, 2006 at 11:32 AM »

Hey mga bros,

I knida need a Yamaha RX-V795, you know anybody who still sells 'em? Help please? Thanks.

Arthur Allan
09202405720

hattori_hanzo · « **Reply #2586 on:** Sep 23, 2006 at 12:12 PM »

Quote from: arthurallanj on Sep 23, 2006 at 11:32 AM

Hey mga bros,

I knida need a Yamaha RX-V795, you know anybody who still sells 'em? Help please? Thanks.

Arthur Allan
09202405720

if you want meron ako RX-V995...

kojie · « **Reply #2587 on:** Sep 23, 2006 at 08:03 PM »

managed to pick up my yammy 659 today .

next in line will be the speakers.

dagul27 · « **Reply #2588 on:** Sep 23, 2006 at 09:16 PM »

Congrats sir and enjoy!

arthurallanj · « **Reply #2589 on:** Sep 25, 2006 at 09:35 AM »

Quote from: hattori_hanzo on Sep 23, 2006 at 12:12 PM

if you want meron ako RX-V995...

Sir, Please PM me price mo. Thanks.

kojie · « **Reply #2590 on:** Sep 27, 2006 at 06:41 PM »

what would be a good power amp to be paired w/ the yammy 659. preferrably lower than 50k where can I audition them ?

thanks.

av_phile1 · « **Reply #2591 on:** Sep 27, 2006 at 07:42 PM »

I think there's a great Bryston power amp being offered at the Martketplace. Just 28k.

kojie · « **Reply #2592 on:** Sep 27, 2006 at 07:49 PM »

yep saw the post i would prefer a 220v model but i might test it out .. btw sir ygpm

arthurallanj · « **Reply #2593 on:** Oct 03, 2006 at 09:21 AM »

Quote from: hattori_hanzo on Sep 23, 2006 at 12:12 PM

if you want meron ako RX-V995...

Sir Hanns? Still waiting for your reply. Thanks.

MeowPao · « **Reply #2594 on:** Oct 03, 2006 at 12:52 PM »

Anyone notice that there is a 'battery' inside the yamaha receivers? hehe

MAtZTER · « **Reply #2595 on:** Oct 03, 2006 at 01:13 PM »

there is a Yamaha RXV 2200 for sale at the B/S section. For those wanting to buy or upgrade to a more powerful receiver, this is your chance!

think of it, if you will be buying a new entry level Yamaha AVR (i.e., a 659) , konting dagdag na lang you get this more powerful top mid end AVR. Specially if you are using floorstanders.

ricky · « **Reply #2596 on:** Oct 03, 2006 at 01:57 PM »

I agree with matt,plus the seller OZZZY is a really nice person to deal with,super bait

acostaml · « **Reply #2597 on:** Oct 05, 2006 at 11:50 AM »

guys,

Parang i feel nalugi sa A/V system na binili ko. I bought a 557, Wharfedale 9.4, Wharfedale 9cm, WH2 for rear and wharfedale SW120. Is this a good setup? kasi pag nakikita ko yung mga post dito parang mali ata yung nabili ko:(

meltrob1 · « **Reply #2598 on:** Oct 05, 2006 at 01:14 PM »

Planning to go with separate audio set-up (as per advise here- arthurallanj) any here used or auditon the Yamaha integrated amp model AX-596 or AX-496.

MAtZTER · « **Reply #2599 on:** Oct 05, 2006 at 06:18 PM »

Quote from: kojie on Sep 27, 2006 at 06:41 PM

what would be a good power amp to be paired w/ the yammy 659. preferrably lower than 50k where can I audition them ?

Rotel RB1070 130w x 2. P35+k

Quote from: acostaml on Oct 05, 2006 at 11:50 AM

Parang i feel nalugi sa A/V system na binili ko. I bought a 557, Wharfedale 9.4, Wharfedale 9cm, WH2 for rear and wharfedale SW120. Is this a good setup? kasi pag nakikita ko yung mga post dito parang mali ata yung nabili ko:(

Not really, if you are not very particular or picky with your HT or music experience, "pwede na" is the right word. As a newbie, I myself began with a floorstander/ entry level receiver (also had a spare bookshelf then). It was "pwede na" for me but after some time in this hobby, I got a higher model receiver and heard what more power can do to a FS setup

.

Even entry level receivers can power harder to drive speakers (FS) but whether it performs only 10% or 99% of its max capability is the important question. But again this is only a concern if you are, as mentioned above, picky on your experience. But then again, kung tunog HTiB lang sya, sayang naman nag separate setup ka pa. $:-\$

We all have different budgets and that is understandable. So the best option for your system to sound its best is always good system matching. In my own experience with BS (bkshelves) and FS (flrstanders), I would recommend, for best results, BS or smaller 5.1 speaker systems for entry level receivers and FS for mid level receivers, since FS have multiple drivers, bigger cabinet volume and take a lot more power to drive (makes sense, di ba?)

Pwede mo ipag "pilit" ang floorstanders, but make sure your receiver has "pre-outs" so you can add a power amp in the future when funds allow.

Read the PRE-OUT thread here (click)

Just my friendly 2 cents

maserati · « **Reply #2600 on:** Oct 06, 2006 at 04:22 AM »

ok ba yung yamaha 457? btw, univarsal po ba remotes nila? can it control other components? thanks po!

DVD_Freak · « **Reply #2601 on:** Oct 06, 2006 at 08:20 AM »

Quote from: maserati on Oct 06, 2006 at 04:22 AM

ok ba yung yamaha 457? btw, univarsal po ba remotes nila? can it control other components? thanks po!

Depends on how much power you need and what speakers you intend to match them with. If you plan to buy floorstanders, get a higher model. But for me medyo bitin siya. Better for me at the very least get a 657.

The remote of my 657 is universal. Just haven't tried programming it yet with other gears. Si I believe the remote of the 457 is the same.

arthurallanj · « **Reply #2602 on:** Oct 06, 2006 at 09:18 AM »

Again, these are just PRESET universal remotes. These are not LEARNING remotes like some other models have. LEARNING remotes are, of course, better than PRESET ones, but Yamaha is well-reputed to have great remotes. At home, everybody is always careful with the Yamaha remotes, knowing these are great remotes capable of controlling other components at home so okay nang masira ang iba, wag lang ang Yamaha. And the funny thing at home is, the screams of the ladies of the house are louder pag nahuhulog ang Yamaha remotes, and not as loud if other remotes are dropped.

Oh and ahh, Sir Brian's (DVD_Freak) LEAERNING remote for the Yamaha 793 that he sold to me is just great. It even controls the electric fan at home.

maserati · « **Reply #2603 on:** Oct 06, 2006 at 03:11 PM »

Quote from: DVD_Freak on Oct 06, 2006 at 08:20 AM

Depends on how much power you need and what speakers you intend to match them with. If you plan to buy floorstanders, get a higher model. But for me medyo bitin siya. Better for me at the very least get a 657.

The remote of my 657 is universal. Just haven't tried programming it yet with other gears. Si I believe the remote of the 457 is the same.

will match them with wharfes. Bookshelfs lang po and pioneer dv696. I was hping to use just one remote for these gears sana.

MAtZTER · « **Reply #2604 on:** Oct 06, 2006 at 03:19 PM »

Quote from: DVD_Freak on Oct 06, 2006 at 08:20 AM

Depends on how much power you need and what speakers you intend to match them with. If you plan to buy floorstanders, get a higher model. But for me medyo bitin siya. Better for me at the very least get a 657.

The remote of my 657 is universal. Just haven't tried programming it yet with other gears. Si I believe the remote of the 457 is the same.

I had a 650 & 450 before. They have the same remotes and if you read the instruction manuals, it has programmable codes for the most common brands of appliances like pioneer, sony, hitachi, toshiba etc.

arthurallanj · « **Reply #2605 on:** Oct 07, 2006 at 09:09 AM »

Quote from: maserati on Oct 06, 2006 at 03:11 PM

will match them with wharfes. Bookshelfs lang po and pioneer dv696. I was hping to use just one remote for these gears sana.

I'm quite certain that your Yamaha remote can be programmed to control your DVD player, most controls only, of course, and not all. That's why it's still best to keep your original remote. But I'm sure it will be convenient enough to use for the most basic dvd functions. At home, whoever has the Yamaha remote is the most powerful, hehehe.

maserati · « **Reply #2606 on:** Oct 07, 2006 at 01:39 PM »

so ok pala.. i just need the basic fuctions ng dvd player. Btw, mas ok kaya yamaha 457 kaysa sa pioneer 815? Yun yung 2 na pag pilian ko eh...

nerveblocker · « **Reply #2607 on:** Oct 09, 2006 at 07:08 PM »

I installed my friends Yamaha rxv-357 with the packaged yamaha 5.1 satellite speakers. I am using a digital optical cable for the audio from DVD player to receiver and also analog L and R. DVD player has DD and DTS pass through. Everytime I play DD or DTS movies, it always says in the display of the receiver enhanced. I believe this is just one of the DSPs. Can anyone help how I can revert back to DD or DTS as what the DVD player feeds it without any DSPs? I just want the receiver to display DD or DTS when I play DVDs. I've also tried pushing the remote's DD/DTS button but the display shifts from Enhanced-Prologic 2-prologic.

I've tried everything and reading the manual.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

ricky · « **Reply #2608 on:** Oct 09, 2006 at 08:27 PM »

sir from the remote press effects off

nerveblocker · « **Reply #2609 on:** Oct 10, 2006 at 12:37 AM »

Ricky- Thanks for the input but the remote doesn't have effects off in it. I'm still experiementing on what buttons to push. Naka-auto naman lahat I just dunno why the damn DSPs are the ones activated when I play DVDs.