Yamaha RX-V863 Stereo Review

Some of the pros and cons about the Yamaha RX-V863 include:
(this information is consolidated from multiple stereo reviews from across the internet.)

Pros : Numerous surround sound options. Great natural sound.

Cons : Maybe the only con is this may not be worth the upgrade from the V-563 or V-663 as the limited new features may not make up for high price. This has hurt its overall rating.

This unit is made for HD radio, and made for iPod. An optional dock for an iPod is an option.

It also offers a SCENE function, which is similar to macros on universal remotes. By pressing the SCENE button on the Yamaha’s remote, the HD Radio receiver will automatically configure itself to a specific scenario. for example, DVD viewing.

The Yamaha RX-V863 is a very high end receiver and it supports up to 7.1 channels of rich and clear surround sound from your HD radio components. It comes with adequate HDMI connectors and 4 SCENE buttons to ensure that your media comes out with stunning digital quality. Its multizone ability enables you to listen to high-quality audio in a second room independent of your home theater, and when a review was done on this stereo, the sound quality is very high quality, better than comparable units.

-7.2-Channel Multi-zone Home Theater A/V Receiver
-7ch x 105W
-HDMI 1080p upconversion
-THX, SRS Circle surround, Neural surround, dts-HD Master Audio, Dilby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD
-Multi-zone capable
-Five digital audio inputs (three optical, two coaxial)
-Optional iPod connectivity on the Yamaha
-Bluetooth (A2DP) compatibility
-HD Digital radio, XM/Sirius Satellite Ready
-40-station preset tuning
-The Yamaha RX-V863 comes with Dolby TRUE HD music.

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