Yamaha RX-A8A vs Yamaha RX-V6A

      Yamaha RX-A8A

      Yamaha RX-V6A
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      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A8A
      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-V6A
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Yamaha RX-A8A to Yamaha RX-V6A to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Yamaha RX-A8A has 11 channel and the Yamaha RX-V6A has 7 channel amplifiers with Yamaha RX-A8A's being more powerful.


      Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A

      Yamaha RX-A8A was introduced in 2021 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

      Yamaha RX-V6A was introduced in 2020. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A and gave them scores of 94 and 89 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Yamaha RX-A8A

      Yamaha RX-V6A

      Amplifier
      96
      Amplifier
      88
      Audio Features
      92
      Audio Features
      86
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      99
      Connectivity
      91
      Connectivity
      86
      Zones
      95
      Zones
      79
      Radio
      88
      Radio
      97
      OVERALL
      94
      OVERALL
      89

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A.

      PROS

      Yamaha RX-A8A

      Yamaha RX-V6A

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   XLR Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   XLR Pre-outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   4 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Yamaha RX-A8A

      Yamaha RX-V6A

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Digital Radio


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Yamaha RX-A8A

      Yamaha RX-V6A

      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A8A

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A8A over Yamaha RX-V6A.

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      Yamaha RX-A8A vs Yamaha RX-V6A
      More Channels 11.2 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Surround:AI™ vs
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 7.1
      DTS Express vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 384 kHz/32 Bit vs up to 192 kHz/32 Bit
      High-resolution Music Enhancer vs
      CINEMA DSP HD3 vs
      DSP Programs 24 vs 17
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite vs
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4) vs 1
      More Optical Inputs 3 vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 5 vs 3
      XLR Line Inputs 1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 2.2
      XLR Pre-outs Front L/R vs
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 1 vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 4 vs 2
      More Powered Zones Zone 2 / 3 vs Zone 2
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, RCA Preout vs RCA Preout
      Zone B Video Output HDMI vs
      Zone GUI vs
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs 1
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 1 vs 0 / 0
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ vs
      A.R.T. Wedge vs
      More Speaker Terminals 13 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 13 vs 9
      Bigger Power Supply 600 W vs 360 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 150 W (0.06% THD) vs 100 W (0.06% THD)
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) 165 W (0.9% THD) vs 105 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) 185 W (0.9% THD) vs 125 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA) 220 W (10% THD) vs 150 W (10% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 250 W (10% THD) vs 160 W (10% THD)
      Higher Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) 230 W (0.9% THD, Front) vs 150 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher Damping Factor 140 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) vs 100 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
      Better Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE) 75 dB/61 dB vs 70 dB/50 dB
      Better Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (PHONO) 75 dB/60 dB vs 60 dB/55 dB
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years
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      Yamaha RX-A6A
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      9.2 channel

      150 W

      Yamaha RX-A4A
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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Yamaha RX-A6A
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      9.2 channel

      150 W

      Yamaha RX-A4A
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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Onkyo TX-RZ70
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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      11.4 channel

      140 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

      Yamaha RX-V4A
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      5.2 channel

      80 W

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      11.4 channel

      150 W

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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      11.4 channel

      140 W

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      11.4 channel

      150 W

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-V6A

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-V6A over Yamaha RX-A8A.

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      Yamaha RX-A8A vs Yamaha RX-V6A
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Pandora vs
      SiriusXM vs
      Lower THD 0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 75 W, 8 Ω) vs 0.04% (AUDIO 3 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 50 W, 8 Ω)
      Lower THD (Phono) 0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V) vs 0.02% (Phono to PRE OUT, Pure Direct, 1 kHz, 1 V)
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      Yamaha RX-A2A
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      7.2 channel

      100 W

      Yamaha RX-A4A
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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Yamaha RX-V4A
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      5.2 channel

      80 W

      Yamaha RX-A6A
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      9.2 channel

      150 W

      Yamaha RX-A2A
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      7.2 channel

      100 W

      Yamaha RX-V4A
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      5.2 channel

      80 W

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      7.2 channel

      95 W

      Yamaha RX-A4A
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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Onkyo TX-NR6100
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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      80 W

      Yamaha RX-A6A
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      9.2 channel

      150 W

      Denon AVR-X1700H
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      7.2 channel

      80 W

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C.)
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        QFT
        8K Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Many HDMI Inputs77
        Many 8K Inputs77
        USB InputUSB memory, Portable Audio PlayerUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.2
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No IMAX Enhanced

      6. Amplifier

      Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A

      11 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A8A features 11 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-V6A features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Channels11.27.2
        Power Output150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Yamaha RX-A8A's and Yamaha RX-V6A's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Yamaha RX-A8A: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-V6A: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Yamaha RX-A8A: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-V6A: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Yamaha RX-A8A: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-V6A: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A support Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
        • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Both models support Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

        DTS:X

        Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A support DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

        Auro-3D

        Yamaha RX-A8A supports Auro-3D.

        • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.
        AUDIO DECODING Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI 2.1

        Yamaha RX-A8A comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2/4.

        Yamaha RX-V6A comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 1 output.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI sources. Yamaha RX-A8A can also upscale from analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Yamaha RX-A8A supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
        • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on both models).
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Both receivers support HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A support Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


        Gaming Features

        Both receivers support Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.3
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Yamaha RX-A8A has 11.2 and Yamaha RX-V6A has 2.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest.
        • XLR Inputs and Outputs: There is one pair of XLR inputs on Yamaha RX-A8A. If your CD player, Blu-Ray player or other source have XLR outputs you can connect them to the receiver's XLR Inputs for higher quality balanced connection. Besides unbalanced RCA pre-outs Yamaha RX-A8A also has XLR outputs. In case your external power amplifier has XLR inputs you can use the balanced connection for higher audio quality.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A8A and 3 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-V6A for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 3 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A8A and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Yamaha RX-V6A for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Yamaha RX-A8A
          Inputs:           7   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)
          8K Inputs: 7.
        • Yamaha RX-V6A
          Inputs:           7   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 7.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Yamaha RX-A8A
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-V6A
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one.
        • Yamaha RX-A8A supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Yamaha RX-A8A
          Inputs:           1   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-V6A
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Yamaha RX-A8A: USB
        • Yamaha RX-V6A: USB

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        TERMINALS Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        HDMI Inputs77
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)1
        8K Inputs77
        USB InputUSB memory, Portable Audio PlayerUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs31
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs53
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs1
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.2
        XLR Pre-outsFront L/R
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Yamaha RX-A8A and Yamaha RX-V6A and gave them scores of 94 and 89 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Yamaha RX-A8A

        Yamaha RX-V6A

        OVERALL
        94
        OVERALL
        89

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   High Power Output - 150 W
        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 100 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        99
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        EXCELLENT
        99
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   7 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   XLR Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   XLR Pre-outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   7 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2

        Zones

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   4 Zones
        GOOD
        79
        •   2 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        97
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        BrandYamahaYamaha
        SeriesAventage
        ModelRX-A8ARX-V6A
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUK, Europe and RussiaCanada
        Release Year20212020
        PredecessorYamaha RX-A3080
        AMPLIFIER Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Channels11.27.2
        Power Output150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Surround:AI™
        DACESS Hyperstream DAC ES9026PRO x2Burr-Brown PCM5102A
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.27.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 384 kHz/32 Bit up to 192 kHz/32 Bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter ReductionUltra Low Jitter PLL
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Compressed Music Enhancer
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
        Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Straight Decoding Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        CINEMA DSP HD3
        DSP Programs2417
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
        Virtual Speakers including surround back including surround back
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C.)
        YPAO Volume
        PEQ for SUBDown to 15.6 Hz
        VIDEO FEATURES Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.3
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080i
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        MusicCast
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet) (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        HDMI Inputs77
        HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2/4)1
        8K Inputs77
        USB InputUSB memory, Portable Audio PlayerUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs31
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs21
        RCA Line Inputs53
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs1
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.2
        XLR Pre-outsFront L/R
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSBUSB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        dockport
        ZONES Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Number of Zones42
        Powered ZonesZone 2 / 3Zone 2
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA PreoutRCA Preout
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Preout
        Zone 4 OutsHDMI
        Zone B Video OutputHDMI
        Zone GUI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output21
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 10 / 0
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        On-Screen DisplayGraphical User InterfaceGraphical User Interface
        SCENESCENE (8 sets)SCENE (8 sets)
        Web Control
        PreAmp Mode
        DisplayHigh-resolution LCD display
        RADIO Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets4040
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
        Internet Radio
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        A.R.T. Wedge
        Speaker Terminals139
        Large Speaker Terminals139
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Power Consumption600 W360 W
        Standby Power0.4 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 192 mm x 477 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 271 mm x 477 mm)
        17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-3/4" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-5/8" x 18-3/4")        		435 mm x 171 mm x 377 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 245 mm x 377 mm)
        17-1/8" x 6-3/4" x 14-7/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 9-5/8" x 14-7/8")
        Weight21.4 kg (47.2 lbs)9.8 kg (21.6 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Yamaha RX-A8A Yamaha RX-V6A
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.06% THD)100 W (0.06% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)165 W (0.9% THD)105 W (0.9% THD)
        Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)185 W (0.9% THD)125 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)220 W (10% THD)150 W (10% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)200 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)250 W (10% THD)160 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)230 W (0.9% THD, Front)150 W (0.9% THD)
        THD0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 75 W, 8 Ω)0.04% (AUDIO 3 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 50 W, 8 Ω)
        THD (Phono)0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V)0.02% (Phono to PRE OUT, Pure Direct, 1 kHz, 1 V)
        Damping Factor140 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)100 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)250 mV/47 kΩ unbalanced
        260 mV/200 kΩ balanced (attenuator off)
        520 mV/200 kΩ balanced (attenuator on)        		200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)4.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) unbalanced
        2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) balanced (attenuator off)
        4.8 V balanced (attenuator on)        		2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/470 Ω unbalanced
        2.0 V/470 Ω balanced        		1.0 V/470Ω
        Maximum Preout Level and Impedance2.0 V unbalanced
        4.0 V balanced        		2.0 V
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)110 dB110 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)95 dB95 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz)±0.5 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+0/-3 dB (AUDIO 2 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)+0/-3 dB (AUDIO 3 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)
        Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)150 µV (Speaker Out)
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)75 dB/61 dB70 dB/50 dB
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)75 dB/60 dB60 dB/55 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency2.4 GHz, 5 GHz2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․24․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5 V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dBMono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        DAB Freq174.928 MHz - 239.200 MHz (Band III)
        DAB audio formatsMPEG 1 Layer II/MPEG-4 HE-AAC v2 (aacPlus v2)
        Warranty3 Years2 Years

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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