For truly immersive surround sound, AV separates are still the way to go and introductions don't get any better than the Yamaha RXV381.
A step-up in sound Soundbars are great but there's nothing that can beat the sound of a separate AV system. By using a discrete amplifier with low jitter PLL (Phase-Locked Loop), distortion is exceptionally low and background noise very quiet. The amplifier also delivers a handy 70 watts per channel (6 ohms) for totally immersive sound. For an even punchier sound, try the 'Extra Bass' function. This gives a deeper, richer bass response and work really well with small speakers and at lower volume levels.
Powerful processing A further advantage of going the separates route is the inclusion of powerful surround sound processing. In addition to full HD audio decoding of both Dolby and DTS formats, the RXV381 features Yamaha's famous DSP Surround programs. With 17 modes from The Roxy Theatre to a concert Hall in Munich, the RX-V381 gives a variety of acoustic settings for a unique sound. Added to this, four SCENE selections ensure that you always have the best setting when watching films or listening to music.
Now with full HDCP2.2 compatibility The latest RXV381 now has HDCP2.2 compatibility through all of its four HDMI inputs. Along with support for HDR and BT.2020, this means the RXV381 is fully equipped for handling the latest UHD Blu-ray players and HDR-equipped 4K TVs.
Stream your music with Bluetooth connectivity Pair up your smartphone or tablet and you can wirelessly stream music. Playback music stored on your device or stream music services such as Spotify. Thanks to the Compressed Music Enhancer, the sound quality is also enhanced, giving a more spacious and natural sound.
Connect it all - including your USB memory device With no fewer than four HDMI inputs, the RXV381 is flexible enough for the most complex AV systems. There are also a wide range of other inputs for older sources you may have, like DVD players. Around the front there's a USB interface that's ideal for plugging in a memory stick and playing back your stored music.
Easy to use with automatic speaker set-up With YPAO sound optimisation and colour onscreen display, the Yamaha RXV381 isn't the daunting prospect to operate that you might expect. YPAO uses the supplied microphone to measure your room's acoustics and then sets the various parameters to suit. All this is done within just a few minutes and gives professional results at the touch of a button.
Take home entertainment to the next level and get a big sound to match your big TV, with the Yamaha RXV381.
20 comments
Danze1984
27 Sep 17#1
Pair with some of these richersounds.com/q-a…tml and you have a decent setup for under £250. Absolute bargain.
johnwillowlfc
27 Sep 17#2
Same price at amazon sold by richer sounds if you prefer to buy through them amazon.co.uk/dp/…2EA
morrig
27 Sep 17#3
Never new Richer sold on Amazon.
rev6 to morrig
27 Sep 17#4
Brand new.
Foxy to rev6
27 Sep 17#5
I think Morrig was trying to say that he never "K"new that Richer sold their products on Amazon!!!
Goose74
27 Sep 17#6
No DTS?
BUCKUM2 to Goose74
27 Sep 17#9
It does have DTS it has DTS NEO6 decoder for cinema and a DTS NEO6 decoder for music look at page 35 in the manual cdn.billiger.com/dyn…pdf
Goose74 to BUCKUM2
27 Sep 17#12
smashing thank - I just saw the specifications on the RS website which said no. That is good news - very tempted by this. I am sure there will be a new HDR standard coming which this wont be capable of but then that's the pace of technology I guess.
BUCKUM2 to Goose74
27 Sep 17#13
I Know what you mean i currently have the predecessor of this the RXV371 had it 6 years now and it doesn't support any HDR so i will be upgrading in the future not just yet mind as it is still going strong also got the predecessor speakers NSP20 got to say brilliant set up can recommend
I'm tempted by this. I have an old Yamaha with no HDMI inputs which I just don't use anymore due to it. Would be used with my Nvidia Shield for Plex playback with two floor standing Eltax and an active sub. Anyone have any thoughts for me adding this into my setup?
babyboya187
27 Sep 17#10
I have this and i think its a good piece of kit the Bluetooth is very good
BUCKUM2
27 Sep 17#11
You could pair it up with these yamaha NSP40 5.1 speaker kit for £116.95 for a full surround set up for £285.95 link amazon.co.uk/Yam…ers
garryallen
27 Sep 17#14
No Spotify Connect is a disappointment. Looking to update my RX475.
mikefrom82
27 Sep 17#15
Sold out at amazon at this price :disappointed:
andybarnes
2 Oct 17#16
Absolute steal. And it looks exactly like my current one, so the boss wouldn't even know.
totalrecall1
4 Oct 17#17
Not many left as all sold out. Supposed to be the best of basic receivers. Prestwich store has a few left.
What sortnof speakers should I buy? The Mrs is happy for me to spend a tad bit more if needed.
BUCKUM2 to totalrecall1
4 Oct 17#18
I have the older model RXV371 and i use these amazon.co.uk/Yam…ers they were £116.95 when i posted this deal gone up now try shopping around for better price very good speekers for the price Superfi have them on offer for £116.95 superfi.co.uk/p-1…wcB
BUCKUM2 to BUCKUM2
4 Oct 17#19
I also used these brackets to wall mount amazon.co.uk/gp/…c=1 and this speaker cable because the supplied cable with the speakers were long enough and this is better quality amazon.co.uk/Spe…8JK
ws007
4 Oct 17#20
Just got this as a stop gap for a year or two as my house gets gutted and rebuild, nice sound, first receiver I've had with HDMI's and a microphone set up, no faffing about putting in speaker distances etc quite impressive, last receiver was a yamaha nice sound same as this, only problem can't get the Bluetooth to work, any suggestions?
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Opening post
For truly immersive surround sound, AV separates are still the way to go and introductions don't get any better than the Yamaha RXV381.
A step-up in sound
Soundbars are great but there's nothing that can beat the sound of a separate AV system. By using a discrete amplifier with low jitter PLL (Phase-Locked Loop), distortion is exceptionally low and background noise very quiet. The amplifier also delivers a handy 70 watts per channel (6 ohms) for totally immersive sound. For an even punchier sound, try the 'Extra Bass' function. This gives a deeper, richer bass response and work really well with small speakers and at lower volume levels.
Powerful processing
A further advantage of going the separates route is the inclusion of powerful surround sound processing. In addition to full HD audio decoding of both Dolby and DTS formats, the RXV381 features Yamaha's famous DSP Surround programs. With 17 modes from The Roxy Theatre to a concert Hall in Munich, the RX-V381 gives a variety of acoustic settings for a unique sound. Added to this, four SCENE selections ensure that you always have the best setting when watching films or listening to music.
Now with full HDCP2.2 compatibility
The latest RXV381 now has HDCP2.2 compatibility through all of its four HDMI inputs. Along with support for HDR and BT.2020, this means the RXV381 is fully equipped for handling the latest UHD Blu-ray players and HDR-equipped 4K TVs.
Stream your music with Bluetooth connectivity
Pair up your smartphone or tablet and you can wirelessly stream music. Playback music stored on your device or stream music services such as Spotify. Thanks to the Compressed Music Enhancer, the sound quality is also enhanced, giving a more spacious and natural sound.
Connect it all - including your USB memory device
With no fewer than four HDMI inputs, the RXV381 is flexible enough for the most complex AV systems. There are also a wide range of other inputs for older sources you may have, like DVD players. Around the front there's a USB interface that's ideal for plugging in a memory stick and playing back your stored music.
Easy to use with automatic speaker set-up
With YPAO sound optimisation and colour onscreen display, the Yamaha RXV381 isn't the daunting prospect to operate that you might expect. YPAO uses the supplied microphone to measure your room's acoustics and then sets the various parameters to suit. All this is done within just a few minutes and gives professional results at the touch of a button.
Take home entertainment to the next level and get a big sound to match your big TV, with the Yamaha RXV381.
20 comments
What sortnof speakers should I buy? The Mrs is happy for me to spend a tad bit more if needed.
Superfi have them on offer for £116.95 superfi.co.uk/p-1…wcB
and this speaker cable because the supplied cable with the speakers were long enough and this is better quality amazon.co.uk/Spe…8JK