Yamaha R-N800A
Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·David
I spent months doing research to find the perfect foundation for my primary music setup - I considered integrated amps, separate preamps and power amps, and stereo receivers. This unit has everything I was looking for: vintage-inspired appearance, no unnecessary digital inputs (I'm not using this for home theater), reasonable size and weight, excellent price, and adaptability for all of my uses with a variety of built-in functions. I have a turntable connected to the phono input, and also use the built-in FM tuner and internet radio (controlled via the user-friendly MusicCast mobile app). This receiver has a preamp output, so I've actually bypassed the built-in amplifier and connected to a separate power amp for my speaker connections - I don't know that this feature is available on too many other receivers so it was a selling point for me. I know audiophiles hate tone controls, but I like the bass, treble, and balance control knobs on this unit - and they can be bypassed at the touch of the "Pure Direct" button. The remote control is fine but has a lot of controls that I'll mostly never use. The price is amazing in my opinion for what you get, and this is half the weight and has a much smaller footprint than Yamaha's top-end units, so it actually fits on my shelf. This really is perfect for a straightforward, all-in-one music solution.
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Reviewed on www.bhphotovideo.com·Richard
Bought R-N800a to replace a 1993 Marantz SR63, which I loved. The upgrade to WiFi and Bluetooth is a plus. This unit has more than enough power to drive my old Polk Audio 8 ohm tower speakers in A, and in B channel, a Bose Acoustimass system that requires an amp to power it. That was specifically bought to improve TV sound. Most reviews about this unit are pretty accurate. \nThe bass without a sub woofer is on the light side, but the high end is brilliant. The sub of the Bose system really helps. And the knobs are chintzy. But I barely touch them. Between the remote and MusicCast on my phone there is no need.\nOverall, I like it and if you can get it in the $900 range, I recommend.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Paul
Amazing detail with clear sound; a dramatic difference from the Onkyo TX-8160 receiver which the Yamaha R-N800A replaced. Sounds awesome with my Polk Audio TSx-330T floor-standing speakers and Martin Logan Dynamo 400 Sub-woofer (previously purchased from Crutchfield). My cd's and vinyl records sound great. FM radio reception is strong. WiFi, Airplay and Bluetooth connections are solid. Thus far I have been able to stream SiriusXM Internet Radio without buffering or signal drops. This was a constant problem with the Onkyo receiver. I also love the vintage Yamaha look. Highly recommended. Thanks to Roger for all his advice and thanks to Crutchfield.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Patrick
It was time to upgrade to Wi-Fi receiver. I have the Hi-Res streaming subscriptions - time received direct. When the Crutchfield rep recommended the Yamaha - it was good. I have always gone Yamaha - this I was looking at other brands. My set up simple this receive and for now a pair of 20 year Klipsch bookshelf speakers - and the sound is great. My room is approx. 16 x 16 with 18' ceiling - I turn up a little and I can hear all the nuisances of each whatever I'm listing to - be it Armin Van Buuren or Bach. I got great advice and a great receiver at my price point. Getting very anxious for new speakers.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Wesley
Bought this receiver to replace a r-n803d which had an unfortunate accident. The 800 has all of the features that I loved about the 803, and has the updated screen. One thing that I found interesting was the way that the YPAO adjusted the sound from my Klipsch R 820 F speakers. The detail is actually better than with the 803d. I am very impressed! I have been a fan of Yamaha receivers since I first had a CR 820 back in 1978. Love this receiver!! As an aside, Kevin at Crutchfield was awesome in helping me decide what to replace the 803d with. Kudos to Crutchfield!
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Jim
First let me say I rarely if ever do reviews. That said, the Yamaha R-N800A has excided all my expectation. I am using it to drive a pair of KEF 104/2 speaker that I have rebuilt. The clarity of the Yamaha is amazing. I have used 3 different receivers in the past for the KEF's; a Pioneer Receiver SX 950, a Luxman Preamp TP-114/Luxman Amp M-113, and a Sony Receiver STR DE-975 however, the sound coming from the Yamaha is truly the best. Having the new functionality (Net Radio and streaming music aps I also a major plus. I am TRILLED'.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·James
Fantastic, especially for the dough. Generally flat sound, which is what we wanted. The "pure direct" stays on, no need to use YPAO or touch the tone controls, pure direct works perfectly and lets the speakers and source craft the sound. Put this in the basement and now I find myself spending more time down there, it is just a very clean and enjoyable sound.If you want a solid 2.1 reciever, this one is perfect. My only gripes are small things like the remote design, speaker terminals, and including YPAO.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Steven A.
I just set this receiver up, but it's every bit as good as I expected from Yamaha. This Yamaha R-N800A sounds fantastic, and it is replacing a beautiful vintage Yamaha CR-820 (that I'm keeping anyway). Big thanks to Crutchfield for the fast shipping - how refreshing to buy from a company that actually delivers on its shipping policy!
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Thomas
I bought this based on a mention in a Reddit post and then based on reviews. I had it setup and playing music in about 15 minutes. Used Tidal Connect to play a couple favorite albums and absolutely loved it. I totally forgot how much I used to love laying on the floor in front of a stereo system enjoying music, back in the 80s.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·John
Outstanding receiver. Bluetooth works perfectly. (SiriusXM from my phone app) Yamaha CD player via tributaries coax to ESS DAC produces serious sound quality. In short, I hear detail in CDs I've listened to numerous times that I never noticed before. It's that good. Would buy this same receiver again, no doubt in my mind.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Guest
Absolutely fabulous, everything I wanted from stereo receiver/amp, great dac, digital inputs, plenty of power, fantastic network streaming module, crisp and clean sound with a lot of depth. Beautifull old school Yamaha design. This is what I was waiting, worth of penny. Definitive best buy for the money.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·David
Works and sounds good so far! I did have an issue with using the mic to calibrate speakers to room etc. no matter what I tried from manual and internet it keeps coming up with E-21 code and won't work. Other than that I really am enjoying so far.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Frank
I purchased this receiver to create separate 2 channel audio and home theater systems. Set up was easy and the room calibration worked well. I am very pleased with the sound quality and features.
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Reviewed on www.bhphotovideo.com·John
I've been streaming deezer and playing records and love the sound, especially paired with the subwoofer Yamaha NS-SW100 10. The musiccast app is easy to use, better than bluetooth streaming.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Clayton
I absolutely love this receiver. I replaced a Pioneer Elite SX-N30. I'm hearing clarity I never thought out of the Yamaha. The classic look has an elegance to it also.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Crutchfield customer
Wonderful clarity, easy connect to WiFi,Easy set-up Love it!Even at higher volume levels, clean undistorted sound!Excellent ??
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Bob
David or Gentleman from Croatiawhat amplifier do you recommend?This is a great receiver and I want to optimize receivers.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Park Ranger
Hidden gem!Should be more highly touted in the "integrated amplifier" category as it does what's needed, there. Love the look and the manual tone controls. Multiple digital/streaming and analogue options.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Alan
Brilliant sound clarity, separation. Easy to use.
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Reviewed on www.crutchfield.com·Jose
Great sound,and beautiful front.
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Reviewed on www.bhphotovideo.com·Basil
Excellent piece of equipment.
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Reviewed on www.bestbuy.com·Pablo
Pair this with my Q acoustics 5020 and it was truly a great match, i was so impressed wirh the room correction YPAO, i have used othet room correction features with other devices but this was the first time i actually felt a positive difference and improvement in the sound. I just wish it could process DSD from HDMI (it only has one arc and only reads DSD thru USB) so i could listen SACD directly from Sony players but no luck, it might be Sonys fault to be honest. The DAC is pretty good but the streaming directtly from musicast lacks dynamic range, feels less natural not bad just not great. But, because I own a Wiim Ultra (wich has also a great DAC) that its not a problem for me i fed the digital signal thru USB and it blew my mind. Old Arcam CD player to Wiim to Yamaha DAC using USB is so far the most amazing sound i experience. Totally recommend this amp specially if you can get on sale like i did
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Reviewed on www.bestbuy.com·HuyN
This is a first Yamaha amp. I have very nice and sound\nvery clear powerful amp. I will go for another Yamaha R-N2000 or A-S3200SL
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Reviewed on www.bestbuy.com·Coach
Bought for an upgrade from the Yamaha R-N303, used Spotify and the phono input and couldn't tell much of a difference. It has more of a flat sound than something where you can boost the treble and bass to give it more oomph. Bass is definitely lacking as mentioned in some other reviews. YPAO is kinda subjective with the results. I expected more than just an updated screen and additional functionality and connection options. Used a pair of ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 and an SB-1000 Pro thru the subwoofer out. I ended up returning this receiver.
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Reviewed on www.bestbuy.com·Dclee
Very good clean Network Receiver, but at this price range for current times it should include HDMI, which is available on the RN1000 but is audio only. It should be able to display the now playing on the TV via HDMI which is a very desired feature especially at the 1k+ price point. Big miss by Yamaha, but the overall build and SQ is very nice. YPAO needs to be adjustable via PEQ.\n\nMusicast needs some work - very laggy and not well laid out
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