Published: 2010-10-01, Author: Matthew , review by: asia.cnet.com
Excellent sound quality; six HDMI inputs; best-in-class graphical user interface; analog video upconversion; audio return channel supported; standby pass-through; 7.1-channel analog inputs; 3D compatible; second-zone functionality.
Requires optional dock for iPod/iPhone connectivity; no minijack input.
Published: 2010-09-29, Author: Matthew , review by: cnet.com
Excellent sound quality; six HDMI inputs; best-in-class graphical user interface; analog video upconversion; audio return channel supported; standby pass-through; 7.1 multichannel analog inputs; 3D compatible; second-zone functionality
Requires $100 dock for iPod/iPhone connectivity, no minijack input, more expensive than some competitors
Yamaha's RX-V667 is one of the best midrange AV receivers of 2010, with excellent sound quality, a best-in-class user interface, and more connectivity than its competitors, but it may be more AV receiver than you need.
Abstract: The Yamaha RX-V667 7.2 Channel Home Theater Receiver has power, up-to-date features, and an abundance of connectivity options. This receiver is rated to deliver 90wpc, and features Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio decoding. On the video ...
Good sound performance when auto calibratedUpgradeable for power thanks to 7.1 outLove that GUI-over-videoNo USBCan't force speaker size and crossover on auto calibrationNo progressive scan conversion for 1080iSPECSQuoted power: 7 x 90W into 8 ohms @ 0.08...