Jai Parr Posted September 11, 2020 Share Posted September 11, 2020 Anyone recommend an 8k HDMI splitter? Haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betty boop Posted September 11, 2020 Share Posted September 11, 2020 hehe if need dual outs honestly just get the avr with dual outs. splitters and such only introduce more points of grief... and with hdmi last thing need is more grief this is for current hdmi let alone hdmi 2.1 which is still not even on its way to sorting its self out 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted October 1, 2020 Share Posted October 1, 2020 (edited) Clef HiFi are discounting both the RX-V6A ($200 off to $1,099.00), and RX-V4A ($100 off to $799.00). RX-V6A: https://clefhifi.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21&products_id=4742 RX-V4A: https://clefhifi.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21&products_id=4741 VideoPro say they have the RX-V6A in stock at their Helensvale store. See: https://www.videopro.com.au/p-13798-yamaha-rxv6a-72ch-av-receiver.aspx Radio Parts say they have 22 RX-V6A in stock. Did have 34 yesterday morning. See: https://www.radioparts.com.au/product/01618580/rxv6-yamaha-home-theatre-receiver#.X3Pnr1lS_E4 Just received this email CHT Solutions confirming they also have stock (3 after filling all pre-orders) of the RX-V6A. Quote The Yamaha RX-V6A Has Finally Arrived! Hi Mark, We're glad to announce we've finally received some stock of the highly anticipated Yamaha RX-V6A AV Receiver. Looking for an affordable 7.2ch 8K AV Receiver with Dolby Atmos, then this is for you. Stock is very limited with only 3 left in stock after our pre-orders were filled. We're offering the pre-order deal on these last remaining units to our tribe which was $200 off RRP. Coupon Code: RX-V6A-Deal Simply enter at checkout which brings the price down to $1099 delivered. https://www.customht.com.au/products/yamaha-rx-v6a-av-receiver They only have 1 left in stock now. Edited October 1, 2020 by bizzibee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Parr Posted October 2, 2020 Share Posted October 2, 2020 Clef are great to shop with btw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Parr Posted October 4, 2020 Share Posted October 4, 2020 I'm gonna wait for the higher end models though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johndal Posted October 20, 2020 Share Posted October 20, 2020 I have to replace my Yamaha A2000 under insurance, new for old. It would be nice if the new RX-A6 was available but now. Enquiries around town tell me that the new series will not be available until May. In the meantime Yamaha is making some more of the old series. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Parr Posted October 21, 2020 Share Posted October 21, 2020 May? Dang it, that's a fair wait. At least they can iron out some HDMI 2.1 bugs that the RX series will no doubt have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopefullguy Posted October 21, 2020 Share Posted October 21, 2020 well then you need to wait until May, no good getting the inferior V model.. vs previous yammy range when the V and A were the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johndal Posted October 22, 2020 Share Posted October 22, 2020 Waiting is possible, but in the meantime the sound levels will be very quiet! I hope that the repairs at home will be done by the end of the month and we can move back in. It would be a long wait and after a brief and confusing look I do not see another brand in the similar price bracket that is much better than the RX-A2080 which is the direct insurance replacement. Any ideas?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 (edited) I'm posting this info regarding how to get the new Yamaha HDMI 2.1 AVR's to display the exact digital audio stream it is receiving from a source. A new owner asked how to do this in a thread on the new Yamaha HDMI 2.1 over on Whirlpool here: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/thread/35q8l8n3?p=27#r533 I thought I would post the solution here in the hope it might help other new owners. While on the source, if you click in and spin the small knob on the right of the front panel clockwise, you can show the audio decoder display underneath the source name and see what the AVR is getting from the source. See: RX-V6A Manual: Selecting the input information displayed on the front display: https://manual.yamaha.com/av/20/rxv6a/en-US/316307979.html RX-A2A Manual: Selecting the input information displayed on the front display https://manual.yamaha.com/av/20/rxa2a/en-US/316307979.html How to setup this as a function on the YELLOW/BLUE keys on the remote control If you go into the Menu: 'Setup > Function > User Interface > Remote Colour Key', then use the left or right keys to change the 'Key Assign' to "<Display Control>", you will find the yellow and blue buttons will do the same as turning the small knob left or right and you can cycle through the display options for Decoder/Channel Output, etc. This will save you from having do this with the knob on the front of the receiver as detailed above. RX-V6A Manual "RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys on the remote control": https://manual.yamaha.com/av/20/rxv6a/en-US/318773515.html RX-A2A Manual "RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE keys on the remote control": https://manual.yamaha.com/av/20/rxa2a/en-US/318773515.html On the previous non HDMI 2.1 Yamaha models the receiver wouldn't display the exact digital audio stream it is receiving from a source, but only show "SUR.DECODER"..... no "DOLBY ATMOS OR DTS X or other content. See this thread on Whirlpool for the solution. See: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/thread/9j0llzq9?p=30#r587 Edited January 23, 2021 by bizzibee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwt Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 On 04/10/2020 at 5:51 PM, Mullins! said: I'm gonna wait for the higher end models though If thats the case Mullins ; Ide consider the new Pioneers or even Onkyos' . Apart from the superior dirac live over YPAO or MCACC they will be using a competitor chipset to the panasonic chipset the yammies need to have fixed for 120hz game playback .. Depends on how easy you want setup to be though ; there will be easy and then better with a calibrated mike . Of course things are moving slower now with covid and chipset factory fires like AKM just experienced Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 Here is a good review of the RX-V6A by Audioholics with extensive review of the Web Setup interface. Here's the proposed Firmware update schedule from Yamaha for their 2020/2021 AVR's: 4K120A – Firmware update April-June 2021 VRR(Variable Refresh Rate) – Firmware update March 2021 ALLM(Auto Low Latency Mode) – Firmware update April 2021 QMS(Quick Media Switching) – Firmware update April 2021 HDR10+(Dynamic HDR) – Firmware update April 2021 QFT(Quick Frame Transport) – Firmware update April 2021 8K60B & 4K120B – Firmware update September 2021 Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization – Firmware update April 2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 (edited) The first of the new Aventage Series, the RX-A2A is now available in Australia at retailers. The RX-A2A is now on the Australian Yamaha Site. See: https://au.yamaha.com/en/products/audio_visual/av_receivers_amps/rx-a2a/index.html But still says that it is coming, which it already has as some people have already purchased the RX-A2A here in Australia. A google search will show retailers who have it in stock or are getting stock. Here is a features comparison between the RX-A2A & RX-V6A. See: https://www.zkelectronics.com/compare/yamaha-rx-a2a/australia/yamaha-rx-v6a/australia/ Differences: RX-A2A has flat front fascia, detachable power cord, A.R.T. Wedge and 4 years warranty, while the RX-V6A has rounded front fascia, 2 years warranty. RX-A2A is 10.2 kg, while the RX-V6A is 9.8 kg. The external casing of the RX-A2A is thicker than the RX-V6A. A comparison of the back panel shows that the side and top casings of the RX-A2A is much thicker and deeper than the RX-V6A. The feet of the RX-A2A are different and features dampening materials. The filter capacitors in RX-A2A are rated at 10,000uF while RX-V6A are rated at 8,200uF. So the RX-A2A will have extra punch and power at higher volume due to the larger capacitor. RXA2A has IR in / out (3.5mm) Remote control on the RX-A2A is different to the remote of the RX-V6A & RX-V4A. Here is a Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A2 review showing the RX-A2A side by side with the RX-V6A. They remove the side and top cases. Edited January 23, 2021 by bizzibee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 (edited) Excel HiFi have added a number of Refurb units of the new HDMI 2.1 AVR's to their Web site as follows: Yamaha RX-A2 *Refurbished* $999.00 (-38% off RRP) Yamaha RX-V4A *Refurbished* $599.00 (-33% off RRP) – Now Out of Stock See: https://www.excelhifi.com.au/audio-visual-receivers/ The rest of the new Aventage HDMI 2.1 Series is rumoured to be in store by May 2021. Edited February 4, 2021 by bizzibee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 11 hours ago, bizzibee said: Excel HiFi have added a number of Refurb units of the new HDMI 2.1 AVR's to their Web site as follows: Yamaha RX-A2 *Refurbished* $999.00 (-38% off RRP) Yamaha RX-V4A *Refurbished* $599.00 (-33% off RRP) – Now Out of Stock See: https://www.excelhifi.com.au/audio-visual-receivers/ Yamaha RX-A2 *Refurbished* $999.00 (-38% off RRP) - Now Out of Stock as well Yamaha RX-V4A *Refurbished* $599.00 (-33% off RRP) – Now Out of Stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted February 6, 2021 Share Posted February 6, 2021 Excel HiFi have added a number of Refurb units of the new HDMI 2.1 AVR's to their Web site as follows: Yamaha RX-V6A *Refurbished* $899.00 (-31%) Yamaha RX-V4A *Refurbished* $599.00 (-31%) https://www.excelhifi.com.au/audio-visual-receivers/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chigurh Posted April 30, 2021 Share Posted April 30, 2021 Has anyone bought an RX-V6A and can comment on how it sounds? I'm thinking of replacing a Denon AVR-1910 which still sounds absolutely fine but doesn't have 4k pass-through or any streaming services. It would just be for a 3.1 setup in my living room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted May 2, 2021 Share Posted May 2, 2021 (edited) On 30/04/2021 at 2:45 PM, Chigurh said: Has anyone bought an RX-V6A and can comment on how it sounds? I'm thinking of replacing a Denon AVR-1910 which still sounds absolutely fine but doesn't have 4k pass-through or any streaming services. It would just be for a 3.1 setup in my living room. Perhaps post this question over on Whirlpool in the 2020 Yamaha AVRs with HDMI 2.1 thread here: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/thread/35q8l8n3?p=41 There are a number of new owners of RX-A2A, RX-V6A & RX-V4A who have posted in this thread and I'm sure that will respond to your question. Edited May 2, 2021 by bizzibee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 (edited) Yamaha Japan announcement of the new generation of AVENTAGE's high-end models "RX-A8A", "RX-A6A", and "RX-A4A" https://www.yamaha.com/ja/news_release/2021/21051301/ Yamaha AV receiver "RX-A8A" https://jp.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/av_receivers_amps/rx-a8a/index.html Yamaha AV receiver "RX-A6A" https://jp.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/av_receivers_amps/rx-a6a/index.html Yamaha AV receiver "RX-A4A" https://jp.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/av_receivers_amps/rx-a4a/index.html Here's the translation: New generation AVENTAGE's high-end models "RX-A8A", "RX-A6A", and "RX-A4A" https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yamaha.com%2Fja%2Fnews_release%2F2021%2F21051301%2F RX-A8A: Available August 31 https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fjp.yamaha.com%2Fproducts%2Faudio_visual%2Fav_receivers_amps%2Frx-a8a%2Findex.html RX-A6A: Available August 31 https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fjp.yamaha.com%2Fproducts%2Faudio_visual%2Fav_receivers_amps%2Frx-a6a%2Findex.html RX-A4A: Available July 30 https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fjp.yamaha.com%2Fproducts%2Faudio_visual%2Fav_receivers_amps%2Frx-a4a%2Findex.html Edited May 16, 2021 by bizzibee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwt Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 Interesting path bizzibee ; they seem happy with 7.1.4 still with there dsp modes stacked on top of the standard atmos or dts-x .. Have certainly seen how popular auro 3d is as an upmixer but does it have a separate voice of god channel ? only up to 11.1 it looks like .. Good to see they have sorted out the 4k120hz snafu for the top of the line ; as firmware upgrades are listed for hdmi2.1 and auro3d incorporation as well Better than a trip back to the factory . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betty boop Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 what i wonder is when the flagship av processor will come... perhaps once they have made they way through hdmi 2.1 mess it will come am sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 As reported by zzzyz36 over on WP regarding how Yamaha plans to address the 4K/120Hz (4K120AB) or 8K/60Hz (8K60B) transmission to the RX-V6A and RX-V4A & RX-A2A be extension. https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/thread/35q8l8n3?p=44#r876 Quote zzzyz36 writes... Got this from Yamaha, confirms V6A will never support the full HDMI specification without a hardware update. I will see what they announce in the next month or so then decide how to proceed to get an AVR that actually supports HDMI 2.1 in full. We appreciate your concern regarding the HDMI 2.1 compatibility of the RX-V6A and apologise for any inconvenience. I can assure you that a solution for our customers affected by the specific combination of the Xbox Series X and NVIDIA RTX30 with the RX-V6A is a high priority and as such, please see the latest update below relating to this issue. From the time we launched several AV receivers in 2020, we stated that we would support emerging HDMI 2.1 capabilities – including pass-through of 4K/120Hz (4K120AB) or 8K/60Hz (8K60B) signals via future updates. A future hardware update is required on the RX-V6A only if you plan to connect Xbox Series X and NVIDIA RTX30 at 4K/120Hz (4K120AB) or 8K/60Hz (8K60B) transmission to the RX-V6A. • For most source devices outputting a 4k/120AB signal, only a simple firmware upgrade will be required which is on track for release in the second half of 2021 • The RX-V6A currently supports HDMI pass-through of 4K/60Hz signals with HDR (HDR10 and Dolby Vision) and may be used with the latest gaming devices. • The RX-V6A also currently supports HDMI eARC, which allows 4K/120Hz sources to be connected directly to a compatible TV, with the audio fed to the AVR via eARC. We hope to have a further update in relation to this issue by the end of the month, which will be posted through the below link. This is where you will find the most reliable information in respect of this issue. https://au.yamaha.com/en/news_events/2020/2020_avr-hdmi-caution.html We really need to know what Yamaha's plan is regarding the existing RX-V4A, RX-V6A & RX-A2A. It is all a bit of conjecture at the moment. Yamaha may option to replacement the mainboard in the existiing RX-V4A, RX-V6A & RX-A2A already sold. I can't see them doing what Denon has done because the RX-V4A, RX-V6A & RX-A2A all suport more than one HDMI 2.1 inputs. Anyway time will reveal all I guess. Yamaha must have a workable chipset in the new RX-A4A, RX-A6A & RX-A8A that only require Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizzibee Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 (edited) People seem to continue to quote this: RX-A8 (11 channels) = successor of the RX-A3080 RX-A6 (9 channels) = successor of the RX-A2080 RX-A4 (7 channels) = successor of the RX-A1080 RX-A2 (7 channels) = successor of the RX-A880 RX-V6 (7 channels) = successor of the RX-V685 RX-V4 (5 channels) = successor of the RX-V485 Taken from: https://www.avsforum.com/threads/yamaha-aventage-rx-a8-rx-a6-rx-a4-rx-a2-new-2020-2021-models.3115936/post-60140354 But I believe this is closer to the truth. RX-A8 (11 Amplified Channels) = Completely new model 11 Amplified Channels RX-A6 (9 Amplified Channels) = successor of the RX-A3080 RX-A4 (7 Amplified channels) = successor of the RX-A1080 RX-A2 (7 Amplified Channels) = successor of the RX-A880 RX-V6 (7 Amplified Channels) = successor of the RX-V685 RX-V4 (5 Amplified Channels) = successor of the RX-V485 The RX-A6A has both XLR inputs & XLR outputs. There are no XLR inputs or XLR outputs on the RX-A2080, so I can't see how it could be the replacement of the RX-A6A. The RX-A3080 has both XLR inputs & XLR outputs. Also the RX-A3080 has both the ESS SABRE PRO ES9026PRO Ultra DAC and SABRE ES9007S DAC. The new RX-A6A also has that same ESS SABRE PRO ES9026PRO Ultra DAC and SABRE ES9007S DAC combo as the existing RX-A3080. The RX-A2080 only has ESS SABRE Premier DAC ES9007S x 2 . Same as the existing RX-A1080 and new RX-A4A. I think that the RX-A8A will be targeting the Denon AVR-X6700, but at a lower price point. The RX-A8A has the ESS 384 kHz / 32-bit SABRE PRO Premier DAC ES9026PRO x 2 (for all channels incl. presence speakers) same as the existing CX-A5200 Pre-Pro. So what will the new Yamaha Pre-Pro look like I wonder. Anyway, just my thoughts. Edited May 17, 2021 by bizzibee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwt Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 2 hours ago, bizzibee said: We really need to know what Yamaha's plan is regarding the existing RX-V4A, RX-V6A & RX-A2A. It is all a bit of conjecture at the moment. Yamaha may option to replacement the mainboard in the existiing RX-V4A, RX-V6A & RX-A2A already sold. I can't see them doing what Denon has done because the RX-V4A, RX-V6A & RX-A2A all suport more than one HDMI 2.1 inputs. Anyway time will reveal all I guess. Yamaha must have a workable chipset in the new RX-A4A, RX-A6A & RX-A8A that only require Its apparent that Yamaha has sourced a new non panasonic chipset for 8k and 120hz passthrough for the new advantages . This has parallels with the AKM fire and ce's switching dacs ; the delays with the Anthem av90 for example.. As theres 3x 8k hdmi's theres no way around a new hdmi pcb hardware fix for xbox and nvidea owners ; other 4k/120 and 8k sources will just need a new firmware as Yamaha answered to zzz36 above Yamaha will be hoping that people will just settle for the firmware download i suspect if they dont have an xbox or pc nvidea card ; otherwise they may have a onkyo recall cost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdh500 Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 I was hoping for a bit more in terms of build quality and features in a flagship AV Receiver that is going to retails for around $6000, ie. should have 13 channels at that price, if this is what the Yamaha RX-A8A is going to be the Anthem MRX-1040 or Marantz SR8015 after the new 8k boards are integrated into these units would be my pick if in the market for a flagship AVR. Lets see what is finally released and final retail. JDH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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