Yamaha RX500A 7.2 AV Receiver

Yamaha RX500A 7.2 AV Receiver

Yamaha's RX500A AV Receiver is packed with the latest true Dolby Atmos technology to provide a seamless experience with their all-in-one adaptable approach to the capabilities of a high fidelity receiver; providing a quality performance for home theatres, gaming or music setups. Designed for a stress free set-up, with the convenience of wireless technology unlocking various methods of operating the receiver. 

Key Features:

• 7.2-ch surround sound with 5.1.2-Ch flexibility
• 70W (8ohm, 20Hz – 20kHZ, 0.09 THD, 2-Ch)
• True Dolby Atmos and DTS:X®️ immersive audio
• DTS decoding
• Network Audio with Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Airplay, Qobuz Connect and Google Cast 
• 4 x HDMI In (4K120/8K60) / HDMI eARC
• Network Audio —Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz Connect—plus Bluetooth®️ Multipoint.
• Advanced HDR support, including Dolby Vision®️ and HDR10+
• Room Correction
• Scene Control buttons for instant access to your favorite listening modes.
• Warranty 2 Year Replacement

User Manual

Where Real Home Theatre Begins

From blockbuster movies and binge-worthy shows to action-packed gaming, the best entertainment immerses you. The RX500A offers all the essentials to get you started with a true cinema experience at home.

Step Into Lifelike Sonic Worlds

With 7.2-channel surround and Dolby Atmos, deeply dimensional, lifelike sound draws you into every moment of your favorite entertainment.

Stunning Visual Realism

With support for ultra-high definition 4K/120 and 8K/60 video, advanced Dolby Vision and HDR10+ dynamic range technologies, and next-gen gaming features like ALLM and VRR, the RX500A delivers extraordinary realism.

Get Lost In Your Entertainment, Not The Tech

From initial setup to everyday use, the RX500A is designed to feel intuitive and stress-free. The result is a system that fits naturally into your home and fades away once the entertainment begins.

High-Performance Streaming

Stream your favorite music, podcasts and audiobooks via Wi-Fi with Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect or Qobuz Connect. Plus, built-in Bluetooth Multipoint lets you pair two devices and instantly switch between them.

Room correction—Perfect Sound In Any Room

An included setup microphone measures your room’s acoustics and speaker characteristics, allowing the receiver to automatically optimize sound performance—so premium audio quality can be enjoyed at its best, regardless of room conditions or environment.

Easy Setup

An intuitive guide makes it easy to walk through every step of the setup process—from connecting speakers, your TV and external devices to selecting inputs. The on-screen Settings menu allows easy configuration of sound settings so you can get up and running with ease.

Flexible Dolby Atmos Speaker Layouts

Experience Dolby Atmos sound designed for flexible home theatre setups. This AV receiver supports multiple speaker layouts—from traditional surround sound enhanced with virtual height effects to layouts with either in-ceiling or up-firing height speakers—so you can tailor immersive audio to your space. 

5.2.2-channel with in-celing speakers

5.2.2-channel with up-firing speakers

7.2-channel with virtual height effects

Built On A Legacy Of Home Theatre Innovation 

Since the debut of the DSP-1 in 1986, Yamaha has spent nearly 40 years refining the home theatre experience. The RX500A reflects this evolution, shaped by AV receiver innovation, instrument-making craftsmanship, and acoustic expertise from concert halls and professional PA systems. Together, this experience brings added depth, realism and nuance to every sound you hear.

Engineered For Stable, Reliable Performance

Reliability is essential in an AV receiver, especially when switching high-bandwidth HDMI signals. Yamaha quality standards and robust circuit engineering help ensure stable performance under demanding conditions. For example, the large heat sink above the HDMI circuitry efficiently controls heat, protecting sensitive DSP and HDMI components. This focused design supports long-term reliability and consistent sound and picture quality, so your entertainment performs exactly as it should.

Great Sound, By Design

Great sound is crafted in the details you never see. The RX500A reflects a sound-first approach where component layout and signal paths are thoughtfully arranged. Because even subtle changes can reshape what you hear, the design includes layers of refinement—right down to physical layout and wiring routes—supported by listening based evaluation. So, what reaches you is simply beautiful sound, which makes you stop thinking about sound quality altogether and start feeling the moment it creates.

Vibration Suppression For Sound Accuracy

A signature feature adopted from Yamaha high-end AV receivers, the Anti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T.) Wedge is a center-mounted fifth foot that works with the four outer feet to disperse vibrations and deliver stable, focused and accurate sound.

Other Features

High-Performance HDMI Switching

Connect multiple HDMI devices—such as streaming players, game consoles, and Blu-ray Disc™ players—and switch between them seamlessly. Also, HDMI eARC delivers high-quality audio from your TV to the AV receiver over a single cable.

Sound To Match The Moment

Select from a range of Sound Modes designed for different content, listening situations and personal preferences. Pure Direct and Stereo modes are ideal for music purists, Movie mode delivers cinematic impact, and Night mode keeps sound balanced and unobtrusive after hours.

Instantly Set The Scene

Create up to four custom presets using the Scene buttons. Each Scene can be tailored to a specific input with the sound settings you desire, then recalled instantly from the front panel or remote to play your content exactly as you’ve set it.

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