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Yamaha

RX-A6A BL

Name: RX-A6A BL
Brand: Yamaha

around $2399

All prices are estimates and may vary from actual prices.

176 Pros

77%
17 reviews (2h 55m)

54 Cons

The Yamaha RX-A6A BL is a powerhouse AV receiver delivering a premium home theater experience without the flagship price tag. Boasting 9 channels of amplification and processing for up to 11.2, this receiver effortlessly handles immersive audio formats like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro 3D. Experience breathtaking sound quality thanks to its ESS S...

Summary of pros and cons from human reviewers, put together by AI

80%

40 vs 10

Features

89%

31 vs 4

Connectivity

73%

27 vs 10

Sound Quality

56%

20 vs 16

Ease of Use

86%

12 vs 2

Value for Money

Reviewer verdict

Across 17 YouTube reviews, the Yamaha RX-A6A BL earns an Index score of 4.1/5, ranking #51 among AV Receivers. Reviewers most often praise its features, connectivity, sound quality, while the most common criticisms concern ease of use, sound quality.

The Yamaha RX-A6A BL is widely praised for its extensive feature set and modern format support, with reviewers (40 mentions) repeatedly highlighting MusicCast multi-room audio, Dolby Atmos/DTS:X/Auro 3D and advanced video passthrough (4K/8K, HDR10+). Many reviewers (31 mentions) also emphasize rich connectivity including multiple HDMI 2.1 inputs/outputs, Wi‑Fi, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, phono input and multi‑zone capabilities. Sound quality and performance earn consistent commendation (27 + 26 mentions) for neutral, clean presentation, tight bass, strong power delivery (around 150W/channel), low distortion and capable multi‑channel processing. Ease of setup and a refined, minimalist design are noted by several reviewers (20 + 10 mentions) who find YPAO calibration, a clear GUI and a tasteful front panel make the receiver approachable despite its capabilities.

Criticisms focus mostly on usability and firmware/updates (16 mentions) with reviewers reporting a learning curve for some UI functions, confusing default speaker settings, and unreliable OTA update behavior that can be time consuming. Some reviewers (10 mentions) felt the RX-A6A’s tonal balance is slightly lean compared with prior models or competitors, noting less mid‑bass weight and a thinner presentation in pure/direct modes. A smaller group raised feature gaps or unfinished features (10 mentions), calling out missing/disabled gaming VRR/QMS/QFD features and some DRC/DAC behavior, and a few noted limitations in zone HDMI/options (4 mentions). A couple of reviewers disliked the small front display and questioned value at this tier (2–1 mentions each).

Analysis based on 17 YouTube reviews (2h 55m of video) with 176 pros and 54 cons extracted.

Pros (176)

Features (40)

features Music cast for multi-room audio ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:14
One of my highlight features is Yamaha's own Music Cast system. This system has the option of ultimately outputting all signals to external speakers via WiFi and of course this goes from the source here, so I am talking about the source whether it is a network radio or whether there are devices connected to the home cinema receiver directly to the speaker and this also signal sources ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 6:07
even if we don't have a player or CD player connected here, for example, even that would work using the CD player with Musicast to send the sound to other rooms via WiFi the WiFi ultimately and also receive it there via the external speakers ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 6:51
ESS saber es 9026 Pro Ultra D ensures High Performance Audio conversion ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:19
new EQ preset that's this low frequency preset which I think sounds really really good for music ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 14:14
This powerhouse naturally supports all current new audio and video formats, including Dolby Atmus and DTSX. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 3:56
Yamaha is of course not just a great home cinema extender, but in addition to being a home cinema, it is also simply a network player. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 5:32
I can set up entire multi-room systems with the Yamaha system using the Musicast system ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 6:44
the Yamaha has 4k Ultra HD technology all connected devices and that means both the input and output are supported by the RXA8A so there is no deterioration in picture quality ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 7:21
support for immersive formats includes Dolby Atmos ddsx and Aura 3D and up mixing technology such as Dolby Surround and DDS neural X ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 8:56
boasts Dolby Atmos and DTS X for immersive audio ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:17
Alm and VR enhanced gaming and media performance ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:38
HDR and hdr10 plus support it delivers stunning visual quality ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:34
advanced features ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 3:00
pure direct path which has incredibly good um results ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 7:16
6 and a quarter headphone output which also includes this silent cinema headphone sort of um effect to give you the illusion of having um surround sound and headphones ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 7:04
Includes Yamaha's MusicCast multi-room system, which is considered one of the best available. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 2:56
scales the analog video up to hdmi 4k standard outputs and it's wonderful to see that so that some of these legacy things that we always enjoy revisiting can be plugged in and out to a modern television ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 13:50
Surround AI and AURO 3D create immersive three-dimensional audio. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 2:35
Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro 3D formats. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 1:17
Compatible with voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant for hands-free control. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 3:01
9.2 channel av receiver ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 1:10
pure direct bypasses the DAC and DSP ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 16:20
there are options for those who don't have the speakers for a complete surround system including Dolby Atmos height virtualizer virtual presence speaker and virtual surround back speaker ▶ Best AV Receivers (2023) - Top 10 Excellent Home Cinema Ampl @ 4:15
Supports stunning resolutions like 4K at 60 and 120 Hz as well as 8K at 60 Hz, with an impressive 40 Gbits per second bandwidth that delivers vibrant HDR10 plus details. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 1:38
pleasantly rewarded with dolby atmos for games with no noticeable lag ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 4:27
support for immersive formats includes Dolby Atmos dtsx and oro3d and up mixing Technologies such as Dolby Surround and DTS neural X ▶ Best AV Receivers (2023) - Top 10 Excellent Home Cinema Ampl @ 4:05
come but more ▶ YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A || 9.2 Channel 8K Amplifier || Unboxi @ 3:19
Supports Dolby Atmos and DTS X for cutting-edge sound technology. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 2:52
yamaha has kept their word and delivered most of the promised functionalities so far ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 6:46
all the bells and whistles ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 1:28
Supports a wide array of streaming services like Spotify and Tidal. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 3:22
Seamless integration with smart home systems. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 3:39
dolby vision gaming is also supported ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 7:08
compatible with mi4i 8k resolution ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 3:20
LX A6 A can also be used as a high-class preamplifier ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 2:35
a large resource of dsp programs from which you will certainly find something for yourself ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 3:49
the door opens before us to countless amounts of music built-in support for Tidal internet radio music services Spotify Connect connectivity and two-way Bluetooth ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 5:29
Support for such colleagues improving sound and image quality as hdr10 plus Dolby Atmos dtsx and Cinema dsp 3D ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 3:29
great power, the latest technology and an accessible interface ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 0:32

Connectivity (31)

you now have your your XLR connections ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 6:09
This means I can operate two displays at the same time, or for example one display, i.e. an OLED TV and a projector at the same time without having to worry about changing the playback devices. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 8:04
different more inputs ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 6:09
supports 8K HDMI ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:12
we start with the HDMI inputs we have over 7 HDMI inputs alone to which I can connect a total of seven different input sources in addition to these seven inputs I have two outputs ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 7:45
Equipped with two WiFi antennas, the device is extremely suitable and can ultimately integrate all network functions or into all network functions. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 5:42
supports voice control with Alexa, Google assistant and Siri ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:55
All of the a6a7 inputs and three output ports are 40 gigabits per second HDMI 2.1 capable of handling uncompressed 4K 120hz and 8K 60hz signals and HDR 10 plus. ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 9:07
For streaming options there's the Yamaha Music cast app AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth 4.2 on board as well as Google assistant and Alexa compatibility for voice control and a DB plus and FM AM tuner for good measure. ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 9:26
fixed output option for Zone 2 and 3 (no volume control) ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 3:16
Zone 4 dedicated HDMI output ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 1:40
bluetooth is on best ▶ YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A || 9.2 Channel 8K Amplifier || Unboxi @ 6:01
multiple zones (zone 2, zone 3, zone 4) ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 0:39
apple airplay ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 1:47
connecting a classic record player and listening to old records ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 13:27
Has built-in Alexa, Google Assistant, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 2:44
traditional phono preamp and by the way it's bloody good ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 13:21
HDMI technology, with the latest advancements, particularly HDPE 2.3 and the enhanced audio return channel, futureproofs audio and video quality with seven inputs and three outputs for seamless transitions. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 0:34
this amplifier can do up to four zones although the fourth zone is hdmi matrix distribution only just off to a tv it will actively switch and and allow you to distribute that to perhaps a television and speakers in a room ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 5:04
Has HDMI 2.1 inputs and outputs, good for next-gen gaming at high frame rates and 8K passthrough (if you have an 8K display and source). ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 2:09
different options/inputs for each zone (e.g., Zone 2 has more options than Zone 3) ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 1:31
spotify connect ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 1:45
seven hdmi inputs all clearly labeled and all of them are rated to the high frame rate 40 and 8k specification ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 10:49
Wireless connectivity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, and Spotify Connect allows effortless streaming from various devices. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 2:06
advanced hdmi 2.1 functionality ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 6:43
Includes a phono input for vinyl records. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 3:47
1.65 gives you 8k 60 4k 120 and hdr 10 plus support ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 1:47
Seven sources of two TVs or projectors and HDMI outputs for the second zone ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 2:28
The rear wall impresses with its richness of connectors ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 2:13
communication with the network can take place via wires which Thanks to WiFi support in the two and four tenths or 5gf band ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 4:52
supports the turntable is mm type inserts ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 2:50

Sound Quality (27)

incredible sound ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 6:40
Phantom speakers...you'd swear there's more speakers in the room ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 4:16
enhanced Imaging and just this wide Sound Stage with this oral 3D codec which is definitely an upgrade ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 4:49
With its advanced construction, the Yamaha RXA8A impresses with its excellent sound quality and the short signal paths in the device, this ensures an impressive home cinema experience. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 2:53
the a6a now allows you...to run four Atmos speakers ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 5:24
the a6a has the oral 3D codec which creates a deeper Imaging and a wider Sound Stage ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 4:08
incorporates surround AI technology for real-time optimization of sound effects creating a captivating experience ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:26
most noticeable improvements... is with the calibration of the center channel ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 3:07
creates a smoother cleaner dialogue sound from the center channel ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 3:23
the device is also excellent at that if you really want audiophile sound and don't want to listen to home cinema then it's really easy ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 13:05
Yamaha AVRs tend to be quite musical, likely due to Yamaha also making musical instruments. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 1:27
it's pretty darn good ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 7:38
like a lot of yamaha's more recent crop of amplifiers and receivers the 2008 does not impart a lot of flavor if any into the mix ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 9:14
there's plenty of grip and control ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 2:01
i think it sounds very good i'm very happy with the receiver ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 9:27
it's more or less neutral ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 7:38
analog preamp section is topnotch, plenty of Drive voltage, four volts RMS out of the unbalanced outputs, eight volts RMS out of the XLR front Channel outputs, distortions really low, frequency response is awesome, everything is linear, good sounding analog preamp ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 15:12
the Yamaha epitomizes neutrality ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 9:12
bass is super fast and super tight ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 1:59
no further issues with sound popping or stopping altogether ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 4:33
the system overall sounds cleaner ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 3:01
the sound quality Edge does go to the a6a ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 2:49
the a6a sounds a little more Dynamic and it has better Equalization ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 2:55
the a6a is improved over the 2080 ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 2:53
the sound is evenly saturated in every band and very natural ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 6:56
Yamaha has been offering for a few years, not rather bilinear, neutral sound ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 6:43
this makes the rx-a 6A very universal in its sound ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 7:02

Power/Performance (26)

very clean power ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 6:05
plenty of power 150 watts per Channel ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 5:54
the a6a is more like the previous 3080 opposed to the 2080 because it has the 11 Channel processing ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 6:16
Powerhouse in the world of Home, 150w per Channel equipped with Cutting Edge technology ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:09
The a6a builds processing for 11 channels and amplification for 9. ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 8:40
much lower Distortion differences with digital input between straight vs pure direct than it was with the analog ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 10:28
9 channel amplifier about 150 watts when it's driving two heaps of power across all of those nine channels ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 0:26
oversized power supply remember that this is delivering nine tails of amplification so if you've got a a weak power supply you're not going to be able to deliver the rated wattage this one does and it does it in spades the combination of this power transformer and the capacitors allowing it to drive that power through the amplification means we've got an effortlessness to its approach and it's never going to run out of power in any domestic environment ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 8:53
Pure direct gets 111 DB, pretty much state-of-the-art ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 12:04
six or 7 DB noise Advantage by switching to Pure direct ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 12:34
It has nine built-in channels to run a 5.1.4 immersive audio system without additional components, and can process up to 11.2 channels for 7.2.4 or 5.2.6 systems with added amplification. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 0:47
excellent results overall ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 10:44
150 watts per channel with 2 channels driven at 8 ohms ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 1:14
frequency response is identical very similar almost no difference at all ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 9:53
Yamaha AVRs are known for being powerful, and the RX-A6A is no exception. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 1:36
it has more than enough to power three speakers to cinematic levels and sound fantastic ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 9:37
pure direct has lower noise floor for analog inputs ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 9:35
The a6a boasts processing for 11 channels and amplification for 9 ▶ Best AV Receivers (2023) - Top 10 Excellent Home Cinema Ampl @ 3:50
Energy-efficient design, operating on less than 0.44 watts in standby mode, reduces energy consumption and carbon footprint. ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCas @ 1:14
incredible measurements, analog input in pure direct mode, ruler flat out to 80 ktz, flat down to 10 Hertz, starts rolling off just about a DB at below five Hertz ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 2:45
get a clean four volts RMS out of the preamp outputs out of the unbalanced outputs, get eight volts RMS out of the XLR outputs, which is fantastic ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 6:02
Distortion is unbelievably good at 0.001% THD plus n, 100 DB sign ad on the analog inputs, a really good measurement, a very quiet analog input ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 3:15
Distortion was lower in pure direct especially above 500 htz ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 4:53
killer preamp, definitely very transparent very flat frequency response ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 3:51
The power that the Yamaha rx-a 6a has is a round 150 watts per channel at 8 ohms ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 4:20
thd distortion factor is at the level of 600 percent ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 4:25

Ease of Use (20)

they give you essentially separate profiles ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 14:40
they took all the functions that was available from the front door...and they put it in the gooey of the setup menu ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 12:54
When we talk about a new feature or another Yamaha feature, we're talking about simplicity. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 4:30
YP RC for room Acoustics optimization ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:53
customizable room photos and names for each zone ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 0:53
test it up against studio grade microphones and use dsp in the mic setup process to give it a flat response despite the fact it's a relatively cheap mic that's awesome to see ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 3:38
when you plug the microphone in it goes straight to that setup it's awesome so easy ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 4:13
yamaha and this aventa rx868 is a very good job in natural or flat of setting up the speakers pretty well ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 8:29
if you like the way your fronts sound if they're a different speaker than the rest of your speakers you'll play around with this figure out personally what works best for you ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 8:00
this is where i do most of my adjustments and again this is just kind of a quick overview i've played around this thing a lot this is really what what sounds best to me ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 8:37
making the most of that is actually really easy like surprisingly easy you get into its setup and you tell it kind of how you want to configure it and the graphical user interface full color shows you how to map things and plug things in it's a really excellent way of ensuring we can get the most out of this today and tomorrow ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 12:04
in my experience i think this actually works best if you take it in one position in the middle of the room i think you get a better eq on all the speakers ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 2:08
yamaha's y power mic setup that's part of its calibration again absolutely perfect at its price point ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 2:28
Relatively straightforward setup. Yamaha's interface has improved and YPAO is easy to use with the included microphone. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 4:28
i just think this is a little bit easier when i'm going through this ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 3:47
Includes Yamaha's YPAO room correction system, good for balancing bass, especially with the option of running two subwoofers. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 2:31
the applications are of course available in Polish ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 5:15
you do not have to know anything about electronics to be able to enjoy the great sound quality ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 0:35
you can adjust the sound to the conditions in your room thanks to the e-power SC system ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 3:56
the configuration is also very easy ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 5:17

Value for Money (12)

because Yamaha uses such high-quality components, Yamaha, together with the official dealer in the mandrops brand store, can offer a 5-year guarantee and the devices usually last for many, many years beyond that. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 5:05
My experience over the last 30 years has shown that Yamaha never had any sound formats or video formats that couldn't be played. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 4:07
That's what sets Yamaha technology apart. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 4:24
Consider the RX a6a the best value AVR in its current lineup as it builds in near identical feature set to the flagship rx8a ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 8:28
shares the best 11 channel processor from the flagship single box the rx a8 so it means it's got pre-outs you can you can expand it you can do whatever you need for tomorrow but have a relatively affordable box today ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 0:36
There's also support for gaming features Alm and vrr while qms and qfd are to be added via a firmware upgrade at some point in the future ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 9:18
The a6a is one of the most responsive clean and dynamic sounding avrs we've heard at this price ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 9:43
The Yamaha RX-A6A is £2,300, a mid-range model and sweet spot in Yamaha's range with most features of the flagship A8A but without the premium price. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 0:34
Yamaha considers the rxa6a the best value AVR in its current lineup as it boasts a near identical feature set to the flagship and much more expensive rxa8a ▶ Best AV Receivers (2023) - Top 10 Excellent Home Cinema Ampl @ 3:34
Overall a classy piece of kit that sounds fantastic, is powerful, and has all the features one could want. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 3:14
Yamaha rx-a 6a belongs to the Avengers line, i.e. a home cinema receiver for people who do not like compromises ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 0:27
an excellent choice in the context of current and future gaming consoles as well as dynamically developing technology in TVs ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 3:39

Design/Aesthetics (10)

looks better ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 10:35
simplistic look ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 12:47
cleaner front end ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 10:35
The Yamaha Aventage impresses with its minimalist design, its tidiness and its simple but very clear display. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 2:43
elegant design ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 3:00
I have such a big receiver ▶ YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A || 9.2 Channel 8K Amplifier || Unboxi @ 2:12
black ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 5:29
Simplified and less intimidating front layout with a clean fascia, small display, and large volume control. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 1:49
absolutely gorgeous ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 4:51
minimalist and high-gloss finished front makes a very good impression ▶ YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i @ 2:04

Build Quality (5)

Yamaha works with very, very good, simple but excellent components and that the internal workmanship always results in Short signal paths from the input to the output and of course also within the device. There are hardly any cables. Everything is direct, unfortunately wee or unfortunately yes, unfortunately, unfortunately, paths on the circuit boards without detours. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 4:40
heavy, solid, built well ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 10:56
I do like the weight and feel of this ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 10:51
anti-resonance technology wedge and a newly designed mechanical structure minimizing vibrations for precise sound reproduction ▶ 5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) @ 2:43
dual chassis it has a hardened plastic top over a steel chassis underneath it allows for huge ventilation throughout the amplifier ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 8:23

Remote Control (4)

the way Yamaha ultimately designed the remote control, it's a great thing. You can carry out all the functions, all the settings, all the adjustments on the remote control. ▶ Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops @ 10:10
remote control they've got a great look and feel a great weight to it from a quality of build perspective it's very very easy to utilize the product setup is easy navigation is easy ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 4:25
eight scenes on the remote and again hang around for some photographs i'll show you some close-ups the eight scenes are a global preset across every element every user preset that you can change you can set up as a scene ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | @ 4:39
very very nice weighted, large, soft touch remote ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing @ 2:43

Video Capabilities (1)

HDMI mode 3 is actually the best, a little bit less ringing the bandwidth goes up a little bit higher, Distortion is just a little bit lower ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 13:04

Cons (54)

Ease of Use (16)

the way they you copy the pattern from one to the next they kind of changed that which makes no sense why they even changed that ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 14:01
The back panel can be intimidating for first-time AVR users. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 4:13
Setting up a multi-channel system requires commitment in terms of room layout, cables, and speaker placement, which might not be ideal for everyone. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 5:03
YPAO, while good, is not the most sophisticated room correction system on the market. ▶ Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review @ 2:32
yamaha right out of the box they're gonna set everything to large and maybe it's because i have fairly large speakers the smallest woofer that i have it is six and a half in any given speaker center surrounds um but it sets it all to large and for the most part you're going to want to set these to small and you're going to want to set your crossovers to around 80 hertz ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 4:05
for whatever reason even though the distance to my surround left my surround right is the same to the microphone during calibration it sets the right one up as being further away now there's definitely some room effect here ▶ Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration @ 6:12
ota updates are still not working ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 1:31
wasted about 30 minutes trying to figure out why the avr wouldn't see the file ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 3:11
still wasn't getting the green check marks ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 5:41
clicking on network update brings up not available ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 1:19
not been getting any ota updates ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 0:46
update actually takes quite a bit of time i would say about 20 to 30 minutes ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 3:32
gets to the verifying stage and it finally ends in not found ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 2:44
first problem we should be seeing way more green check marks so that probably means there's a setting in the yamaha that needs to change ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 4:28
boring you guys with all this footage i have about an hour trying to get this stupid thing to work ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 5:26
why on earth did this take over an hour after the update like it should have just worked ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 6:46

Sound Quality (10)

2080 I think gave a little more mid-base boost on the center channel whereas the a6a kind of reels that mid-base in ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 3:16
it's not the last word in terms of Base weight ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 2:03
this amplifier in the flat or in the pure direct mode is a little bit um thin ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 1:40
in terms of the mid-range the Yamaha is neutral to maybe ever so slightly lean with respect to weight ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 1:47
saying that the Sound Stage is not claustrophobic but there are plenty of amplifiers out there at this price point that Infuse The Sound Stage with more air ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 2:28
if you're all about detail or you like a forward sound and you're all about Titan controlled bass then there are other options worth looking at ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 1:30
I found that as the music got a little bit more complex it's grip on detail lesson ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 3:35
this is no doubt a carry over from my findings with the bass where the Yamaha simply proved to be not quite as deep ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 1:53
but there is less of in this presentation is ER and space ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 2:20
a bit ringing in the post filter um output ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 9:59

Features (10)

while qms and qfd are to be added via a firmware upgrade at some point in the future ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 9:22
sound delay when using dolby atmos for games via erc ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 2:10
tv takes twice as long to switch between display modes such as loading into a hdr enabled game or movie or simply reducing the frame rate to 24 fps for movies ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 4:41
straight mode has definite rolloff below 10 Hertz and rollof below above about 40 KZ because the sampling rate is 96k ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 4:05
lost amd freesync premium ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 6:03
vrr is not supported ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 6:19
no vrr so it's off ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 7:17
non-existent vrr after waiting eight months and spending like three thousand dollars ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 7:42
feature can end up being half baked like this is ▶ Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6 @ 7:56
Dack setting doesn't show any difference. This controls the type of rolloff on the Dack ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 13:40

Power/Performance (9)

but with changes to its internal circuitry and two fewer channels of amplification ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 8:31
changes to its internal circuitry and two fewer channels of amplification ▶ Best AV Receivers (2023) - Top 10 Excellent Home Cinema Ampl @ 3:41
minor bug i consistently run into is no sound or sound pops ▶ Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1 @ 2:19
level drops a little bit in straight mode ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 4:37
Distortion jumps up in straight mode ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 5:06
noise floor goes up in straight mode, hissing, Yamaha uses really state-of-the-art Dax but their a TOD converters are not state-of-the-art ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 6:59
straight mode we measured 105 DB, not the quietest in an AVR ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 11:44
big difference in how the Distortion um versus the measured level goes with straight versus pure direct ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 6:02
signal drops a little bit when you use the DSP and the Distortion goes up ▶ Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In @ 8:55

Connectivity (4)

limited options in Zone 3 compared to Zone 2 ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 1:28
no HDMI options for Zone 3 ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 3:00
Zone 4 limited to HDMI only ▶ MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A @ 1:41
users looking to put together a 7.2.4 system can add a steering amp using line level outputs for either the main Left Right pair or the rear height speakers ▶ Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! @ 8:44

Design/Aesthetics (2)

this little display is is pointless of even having it ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 11:32
what I don't like about the a6a is this little ass damn display ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 11:26

Value for Money (2)

I am I'm I'm a little disappointed because at this price range I kind of expected more ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 7:08
the price of these these sing speakers are way overpriced ▶ Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A @ 7:22

Remote Control (1)

mute button that doesn't actually mute that's still a thing ▶ NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! @ 0:54

Review sources

Upgrading from the Yamaha Aventage 2080 to the Aventage A6A by PolkFan — 23 pros, 6 cons
Yamaha "Pure Direct" Better Performance or Pure Nonsense In AVENTAGE Receivers? by Audioholics — 15 pros, 9 cons
YAMAHA RX-A6A – kino domowe dla wymagających | Prezentacja i recenzja Top Hi-Fi by Top Hi-Fi & Video Design — 22 pros, 0 cons
Yamaha RX-A8A AVENTAGE AV-Receivers | Mandrops AG #mandrops #yamaha by Mandrops AG — 19 pros, 0 cons
Yamaha A8A 4K 120Hz Update no VRR!?!?! Yamaha RX-A4A, RX-A6A, RX-A8A A/V Receiver Update by Techno Dad — 2 pros, 14 cons
Yamaha RX-A6A Entertainment Amplifier | The Listening Post | TLPCHC TLPWLG by The Listening Post Christchurch | TLPCHC — 15 pros, 0 cons
Sound Advice LIVE!: Yamaha RX A6A AV receiver review by Sound Advice — 12 pros, 3 cons
NEW Yamaha Amps No Longer Sound Like Yamaha Amps! by Scientific Audiophile — 5 pros, 9 cons
5 Best AV Receivers For [2024] (TOP 5 A/V Receivers Review!) by Az Superbox — 13 pros, 0 cons
Best AV Receiver in 2023 - Must Watch Before Buying! by Pick Adviser — 7 pros, 3 cons
Yamaha RX-A6A YPAO Calibration by John Ferraro — 8 pros, 2 cons
YAMAHA RX-A6A AVENTAGE 9.2-Channel AV Receiver with MusicCast - B08DXMTQ1N by DJ Equipment — 10 pros, 0 cons
Yamaha Aventage - Review 2.0 - GAMING UNLOCKED // Firmware 1.73 // RX-A6A by In Laymans Terms — 5 pros, 4 cons
MusicCast 5 Zones Room Setup RX A6A & RX-A8A & *RX-A4A by Thekdi68 — 5 pros, 3 cons
Yamaha RX-A6A Unboxing by Chrispy — 8 pros, 0 cons
Best AV Receivers (2023) - Top 10 Excellent Home Cinema Amplifiers For Every Budget - Buying Guide by Best For Home — 4 pros, 1 cons
YAMAHA AVENTAGE RX-A6A || 9.2 Channel 8K Amplifier || Unboxing || Bhubaneswar by Marik Music — 3 pros, 0 cons

Frequently asked questions

Is the Yamaha RX-A6A BL worth buying?

Based on 17 independent YouTube reviews, the Yamaha RX-A6A BL scores 4.1/5 with 176 positive and 54 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #51 in the AV Receivers category.

What do reviewers like most about the Yamaha RX-A6A BL?

The most praised aspects are features, connectivity, sound quality — Features (40 mentions), Connectivity (31 mentions), Sound Quality (27 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the Yamaha RX-A6A BL?

Reviewers most frequently criticize ease of use, sound quality — Ease of Use (16 mentions), Sound Quality (10 mentions).

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