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The Yamaha RX-V663 (aka Yamaha HTR-6160) is a 7.2 channel a/v receiver supporting video upconversion and HD audio decoding. The ".2" portion of the surround sound designation refers to the two subwoofer channels as opposed to the more traditional single subwoofer; there are two mono bass outputs, one for the left speakers, and one for the right.  Priced at $550, the RX-V663 is the cheapest model in the RX-V or HTR series of Yamaha receivers to support both video upconversion to HDMI and HD audio decoding of Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA. The RX-V663 can deliver 95 Watts of to each of its 7 channels, and features a second zone of audio. As for video inputs/outputs, it has 2 x HDMI 1.3a ins (1 out), 3 x component video (1 out), and 5 x S-Video/RCA input. It also features 3 x digital optical S/PDIF and 2 x digital optical audio inputs. The step-up RX-V863 model adds, most notably, video upscaling to 1080p and costs $450 more.

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Pros:
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Video transcoding/upconversion to HDMI and component
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High-definition audio decoding/processing: TrueHD, HD-MA, raw LPCM
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Excellent price - look for it for less than $500
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7.2 analog pre-outs
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5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
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+12V trigger
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Two switched AC outlets
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Bi-ampable front stereo channels
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Can be found for less than $400.00
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Cons:
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Only 2 HDMI inputs - competition has 4
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Annoying model # convention (RX-V663 = HTR-6160)
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Does not pass BTB or WTW. However this is the case w/ all Yammie receivers currently out & hoped to be fixed w/ a firmware update.
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No phono input
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Features

  • 7.2 channel surround receiver (two mono sub-woofer outputs)
  • Video upconversion to HDMI and component video
  • High-definition audio decoding (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA and LPCM raw audio)
  • Inputs: 2 x HDMI, 3 x component video, 3 x digital optical S/PDIF, 2 x digital optical, 5 x RCA/S-Video
  • 7.2 pre-outs, analog multi-channel inputs
  • 95 Watts / channel
  • 5-way binding posts for all speaker terminals
  • Bi-ampable front L/R speakers
  • 2nd zone of stereo audio (A, B, A+B)
  • release date: February 2008
  • price: $550

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3 comments about Yamaha RX V 663

1.  avatar Erik  Apr 16, 2008 2:13pm

Amazon's got this receiver on sale for $400. That's a pretty darn good price for a quality receiver that can do both video transcoding and HD-audio decoding.

I'm not convinced about this ".2" stuff however. Bass, isn't perceived as directional at all, so the effect of separating bass in to left/right channels is ridiculous. I think they're trying to cash in on THX's 10.2 "twice as good as 5.1" mantra.
2.  avatar robotec  Jun 16, 2008 1:39pm

I purchased this unit from 6ave.com for 349.00 shipped. As far as the .2, I have 2 subs hooked up to this unit and the bass sounds more smooth, even and less localized with the 2. As far as rating the Pioneer over this unit. I find that pretty amazing, since the Pioneer isn't even out yet. I'm assuming you guys are just going off of specs and numbers.
3.  avatar Erik  Jun 16, 2008 5:11pm

@robotec. You're right, I'm basing my pick for the Pioneer based on my "on paper" research. I realize that the RX-V663 is a pretty darn good receiver with a great feature-set for the money, and that the VSX-1018 not (quite) yet available. For me, my "tentative" choice for the Pioneer is based on the 3 x HDMI inputs, and the promise of potentially better audio circuitry. I was planning on revisiting my vote once more info became available.
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Key Features:

Manufacturer Yamaha
Price $550.00
Product Line Yamaha RX-V
Release Date Feb. 16, 2008

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Created: 04/14/2008 - 14:54
Modified: 07/16/2008 - 9:45
Model # variations:

RX, V, 663, RXV, V663, RXV663