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Yamaha RX-797 Audio/Video Receiver | 
 enlarge | Brand: Yamaha
Category: CE
List Price: $549.95
Buy New: $499.95
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Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 12290
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 25.6
Dimensions (in): 15.4 x 17.1 x 5.9
MPN: RX-797
Model: RX-797
UPC: 027108923833
EAN: 0027108923833
ASIN: B000FHC0Y2
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| Features:
| • | 100W x 2 with .019%THD | | • | Multi-Zone Control Capability with Dedicated Zone Remote Unit | | • | XM Satellite Radio Ready | | • | Super Audio CD and DVD-Audio Ready with Extended Frequency Response | | • | Remote Controllable Motor-Driven Volume Control |
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Product Description
With Yamaha's RX-797 Natural Sound AM/FM Stereo Receiver you've got the right combination of flexible output and versatile sound control. Enjoy cutting-edge features like the ToP-ART design, CD direct amplification, linear damping, XM support and multi-zone controls to get more out your audio than you ever imagined. Super Audio CD and DVD-Audio Ready with extended frequency response Continuously variable loudness controls XM Satellite Ready Subwoofer out Custom installation - multiple zone output lets you enjoy perfect audio in multiple zones throughout your home RoHS compliant Includes two remotes - Preset and Zone Remote units THD - 8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20KHz, 0.03% Frequency Response - 10 Hz - 100 KHz +/- 1dB Dimensions(WxHxD) - 17-1/8 x 5-15/16 x 15-3/8 Weight - 21.6 lbs.
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 Building a System Around the Yamaha RX-797 March 16, 2008
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
This is an excellent 2-channel Stereo Receiver, for several reasons. Let me explain why I chose this brand/model over others and how I came to it. If you are in the market for Stereo Receiver, it may be useful for you.
A few months ago, I was listening to a jazz CD on my cheap ($200) Sony Home-Theater-In-A-Box and noticed that the sound was noticeably tighter than when I listened to it on my much more expensive, but significantly older stereo system. My old stereo system was purchased as separate components in 1993. It consisted of Sony STR-D990 Receiver ($400), single-disc Sony CDP-211 CD player ($100) and pair of Advent Baby II speakers ($250). Mind you, each of these components work and sound as good today as they did 15 years ago at the time of purchase (kudos to Sony for that), but I suppose I'm getting a little pickier now that I'm in my 30s. Music plays a MUCH larger role in my life than movies or television does (hence the cheap Home Theater set-up), so I decided I needed to upgrade.
PRIORITIES: 1) SPEAKERS--> 2) RECEIVER--> 3) CABLING/INTERCONNECTS--> 4) CD PLAYER
I decided that speakers were most important and thus the place to begin. After reading several reviews, I decided that Polk Audio Rti6s might be a good choice. I went to a retail store to listen to them and they sounded really good, but then the sales associate let me listen to the Polk Audio Lsi9s. Whew! They just blew me away. I had never heard anything like them. While the Rti6s run for $270, the Lsi9s are $900, but well worth it for that price, as a long-term investment (Polks come with a 5-year warranty). But I noticed that these run at 4 ohms and need a low-impedance amplifier/receiver, that is, one equipped with so-called "high current amplification," to drive them. Well, my old Sony did not have this function (it could take only 8-0hm current speakers). So, I looked all around for a receiver that could fit the bill and the Yamaha RX line became the obvious choice, after reading positive review after positive review. Since the Lsi9s can handle 200 watts per channel, I chose the RX-797 because while it has a power rating of 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms, it allows one to use two 4-ohm speakers and when doing so there is a power boost. Customer representatives from various retailers couldn't give me an exact watt rating (because Yamaha does not conduct tests at with 4-ohm speakers), but the general concensus was that it would increase to about 140 watts per channel with 4-ohm speakers. (I just didn't want to shortchange my speakers). I also chose this receiver because of the extremely low Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) rating of .019% as well as the Pure Direct and CD Direct modes for the lowest possible distortion. (Compare these features to say Onxyo and Harmon Kardon A/V receivers in this range and you'll see that the advantage lay with Yamaha).
When the RX-797 arrived, it not only lived up to but exceeded my expectations. Paired with the Lsi9s, I can hear a much, much crisper separation of instruments, and this is especially nice for my digitally remastered jazz CDs. I live in an apartment complex now and never have the need to turn the volume beyond the 9 o'clock position. I have gone up to 11 o'clock for testing (when I knew my neighbors weren't in!) and, as expected with these ratings, I couldn't hear any distortion whatsoever. (I can't wait until I move into a house for a larger sound stage). Other pluses: The knobs and controls have a nice solid feel and look great. It picks up many more FM radio stations than my old receiver, and the reception is noticeably cleaner. The remote is simple and sensible (just how a remote should be). My only gripe is that one cannot program CD players made by other manufacturers with this remote, but perhaps thats standard practice. This has other nice features such as being XM Satellite Radio Ready and dual room/dual source for those who are interested, but the main selling points for me were the 4-ohm capability, the wattage rating and the extremely low distortion. The fine looks and sensible controls/display and remote are icing on the cake.
I found one from an authorized dealer by a fluke for $350, but certainly would have been willing to pay the full $499. If you see one for less than $450, be sure to first confirm with the seller (or better yet Yamaha) that they are indeed an authorized dealer; otherwise your two-year warranty won't be honored if you run into problems (not that I'm expecting to).
In sum, if you are looking for a receiver with ample, clean power, extremely low distortion, the abilitiy to drive 4-, 6- or 8-ohm loads, excellent FM reception, and easy to use and well laid-out functions for 2 channel (as opposed to Home Theater) listening, I don't believe you can do better for under $600 than Yamaha's RX-797 receiver.
Amazing deal March 12, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Assuming you want a stereo system, and not a surround sound, and assuming you live on some type of budget, this is an amzing deal at whatever price you find it at. It ranges from $350 to 550, but its worth the 550.
It has two features that I dont use, the XM capability and the 2 zone control, so I have nothing to say about these features.
The sound on this unit is exellent. It has a very low level of distortion at very high volumes.
The loudness control is great. It allows you to add a much fuller sound when listening at lower volumes.
It does what it is supposed to do, and what I bought it for.
It replaces my old Yamaha reciever that was almost the same except put out only 75W per channel. The sound is about the same, but this is louder (yay).
I have it pushing two JBL floorspeakers with 10 inch woofers. They are supposed to be able to handle 175 watts each, but this reciever does a great job of pushing them.
Buy it.
High Quality sound!!!!! January 22, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought this to replace a 20 year old JVC receiver. This has unbelievable high quality low distortion sound. Highly recommended!!!
Fantastic stereo receiver July 13, 2007
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
From a long line of great Yamaha stereo receivers comes this wonderful model. This unit is rated at 100W/channel, but delivers much more like 150W/channel. Plus, it delivers these watts with exceptionally low distortion, comparing favorably to a $1200 Carver amp separate that I own. People obsess so much over their electronics that they forget the cardinal tenet of hi-fi: speakers are what make the real difference. Teamed with my Klipsch speakers and powered sub on low-pass filtering, this amp delivered extremely crisp sound, though it does lack the warmth of my pricier gear. Unless you're ready to drop some serious money on separate pre-amp and amp, it's tough to beat this little two-channel powerhouse.
Yamaha RX-797 Stereo receiver June 25, 2007
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Yamaha RX-797 - AV receiver
Lots of power and very clean sound.
This is 2 ch so dont compare this to HTR models
I'm running Bose 301s and I cant ask for any more good clean sound, with lot of bass.
THD is very low... this is important
2 zone remote
Basic control that you dont need schooling for.
price is right.......I paid $425.00
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