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The Yamaha RX-Z7 is a high-end 7.1 channel a/v receiver released in October 2008 joining the Z series of receivers. It was released with an MSRP of $2699.95 along with the RX-V3900 ($1900) and RX-V1900 ($1400), and fits in below the previously released top-of-the-line Yamaha RX-Z11 ($5500) and the, now discontinued, Yamaha RX-Z9. It features 140 Watts / channel of power and it is powered by a Anchor Bay ABT 2010 video chip that can upscale analog video sources to 1080p. It features high-definition audio decoding of Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA, and has a built-in Ethernet port for streaming audio over your network and from the Internet. Many of its features and specifications are shared with the step-down RX-V3900; the RX-Z7, however, has more power, four zones, five HDMI inputs, 38 surround programs (vs. 22), and component video on zone 2. All of it's analog connectors are gold-plated; a feature only found in the Z series. The ABT 2010 chipset includes VRS technology that will do Progressive ReProcessing (PReP) to help optimize video for large displays.
MSRP $2,699.95
Release date October, 2008
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Features
- 7.1 channels, 140 W / channel
- Decodes Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
- HDMI: 5 x HDMI 1.3a + 2 x HDMI outputs 1.3a with deep color support and audio
- Inputs: 3 x component, 6 x S-Video/Composite (1 front), 5 x digital optical (1 front), 3 x digital co-axial
- Gold plated RCA inputs and speaker terminals
- SRS Circle Surround II
- Anchor Bay VRS Technology + PReP
- 7.1 multi-channel analog inputs + anlog pre outs
- Upscales to 480p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p over HDMI
- Upscales to component video
- Anchor Bay Technologies ABT 2010 video scaler
- optional iPod dock
- optional Bluetooth A2DP with YBA-10 wireless adapter
- Sirius radio, HD Radio
- network connectivity + Web browser control
- 38 built-in surround programs
- DLNA certification
- hidden front inputs + controls
- USB port
- YPAO 8-point Auto Setup with Quick Start
- Zone 2: video and audio (HDMI + OSD + Component), Zone 3/4: audio-only, speaker outputs
- Price: $2699.95
- Release Date: October 2008
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Yamaha RX-Z7BL
• Yamaha RX-Z7BL 7.1-Channel High-End Network Home Theater Receiver (Black)
• RX-Z7BL Receiver
UPC: 027108932156
EAN: 027108932156
MPN: RX-Z7BL
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MSRP $2,299.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- 1080p video uscaling using Silicon Optix HQV Reon-VX
- Burr-Brown DACs
- Good price when compared to other brands with similar specs and featureset
Cons
- No iTunes support on the network or did I miss something!
- Firmware not publicly upgradeable
- No HDMI upscaling
Yamaha RX-Z7
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Onkyo TX-NR906
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MSRP $2,499.00
Released July, 2007
Pros
- Includes built-in WiFi
- Internet and network streaming of digital audio (mp3), Internet radio
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs, 2 x HDMI 1.3a outputs
Cons
- Cost
- Mediocre 1080i Deinterlacing
- Problems
Yamaha RX-Z7
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Denon AVR-4308CI
MSRP $2,499.99
Released September, 2009
Pros
- THX Ultra2 Plus certified
- up to 3 zones - utilize separate sources in all
- 9.2 channel with fully balanced line level outputs
- includes quality backlit remote
- dual HDMI outputs
Cons
- complicated configuration for the non-experienced audiophile / technophile
Yamaha RX-Z7
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Onkyo TX-NR5007
MSRP $2,600.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- Class D amplification - light, energy efficient and cool compared to other forms
- available in black or silver
- good value for the high end audiophile setup
Cons
- very expensive for the majority of consumers
- aesthetically busy faceplate
- Blue LED power indicator
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Reviews
June 21, 2009
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Pros
- 8-point automatic calibration
- Internet + network connectivity with Web browser control
- Anchor Bay VRS Technology + PReP video processing for large displays
- 5 x HDMI inputs + 2 HDMI outputs
- Fully functioning second zone of audio and video with OSD and component output
- DLNA support
- SRS Circle Surround II audio decoding
- Gold-plated analog I/O + speaker terminals
- 4 zones; 2 with audio only
- Component video over 2nd zone
- The new firmware update available includes the Album Art Feature which is found on V3900.
- Internet Radio is very impressive. Hundred of channels to choose from. You can even search for your stations on http://yradio.vtuner.com/setupapp/yamaha/asp/AuthLogin/SignIn.asp
Cons
- The GUI which appears on TV can be improved. The back speaker terminals dont take 10AWG wire hence bannana pugs/ connectors are required.
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October 1, 2008
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Pros
- 8-point automatic calibration
- Internet + network connectivity with Web browser control
- Anchor Bay VRS Technology + PReP video processing for large displays
- 5 x HDMI inputs + 2 HDMI outputs
- Fully functioning second zone of audio and video with OSD and component output
- DLNA support
- SRS Circle Surround II audio decoding
- Gold-plated analog I/O + speaker terminals
- 4 zones; 2 with audio only
- Component video over 2nd zone
Cons
- Not many additional features for the price
- No album art; a feature found on the RX-V3900
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October 18, 2008
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Pros
- 8-point automatic calibration
- Internet + network connectivity with Web browser control
- Anchor Bay VRS Technology + PReP video processing for large displays
- 5 x HDMI inputs + 2 HDMI outputs
- Fully functioning second zone of audio and video with OSD and component output
- DLNA support
- SRS Circle Surround II audio decoding
- Gold-plated analog I/O + speaker terminals
Cons
- Not many additional features for the price
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January 8, 2009
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Pros
- 8-point automatic calibration
- Internet + network connectivity with Web browser control
- Anchor Bay VRS Technology + PReP video processing for large displays
- 5 x HDMI inputs + 2 HDMI outputs
- Fully functioning second zone of audio and video with OSD and component output
- DLNA support
- 4 zones; 2 with audio only
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November 9, 2009
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- The GUI which appears on TV can be improved. The back speaker terminals dont take 10AWG wire hence bannana pugs/ connectors are required.
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