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Customer Reviews for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Model: RX-A1010BL
SKU: 2877665
UPC: 027108939162
Learn more about Magnolia Premium Installation This 7.2-channel A/V receiver features 8 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs that allow you to connect a variety of A/V components. Analog and HDMI video upscaling ensure stunning high-definition images up to 1080p resolution. <!?Smart Audio --> Smart Audio Get a world of instant entertainment with this smart audio product. Connect to the Internet and stream music services. Learn more about smart products. Napster Pandora
Average Customer Rating:
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Customer Reviews for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Review 1 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Excellent amp. Only minor issues
Customer Rating
4.0
Value for Price
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Features
4.0
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What's great about it: 7-channel Stereo and HD Radio!
What's not so great: PC Streaming
Interface for PC streaming leaves much to be desired. It would be nice to be able to ADD songs to current playlist but this is not possible.
Also, after installing Jamcast on my PC so I could stream Spotify, I can no longer access music media through the Windows Media streaming interface, only through Jamcast. However, the Windows Media interface still works on XBOX 360 so this is has something to do with the RX-A1010.
Everything else is great. I really love that the amp does not clip at high volumes like the Yamaha DSP-A1 it replaced.
It also would be nice if I could stream videos as well as music.
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Interfaces well with TV, Easy to use controls, Good multi-zone capability
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
-1point
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Review 2 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Lots of Options
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: JohnnyQPublic
on 03/10/2012
Value for Price
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Multiple functions
What's not so great: Interface with DirecTV DVR
Hooked-up this unit to my Panasonic plasma TV, BR/DVD player, and Klipsch 5.1 speaker system. Very pleased with the performance thus far. Quality and functionality is great. Nice to finally enjoy HD radio as well. I plan to get a SiriusConnect tuner in the very near future (disappointed that Best Buy doesn't offer these).
My only complaints are: 1) The owner's manual is only available on CD, which makes it a bit cumbersome to use and does not provide a ready-reference. 2) The instructions do not cover how to connect or use a DirecTV DVR through the unit. I connected the DVR to the A1010 via HDMI cable and then ran HDMI cable from the A1010 to the TV. The A1010 remote, however, is of no use for controlling most of the functions of the DVR.
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Interfaces well with TV, Easy to use controls, Good multi-zone capability
About me... Audiophile
I would recommend this to a friend!
+4points
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Review 3 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Very Good Receiver
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: catball
from Independence, La.
on 03/08/2012
Value for Price
4.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Features
4.0
What's great about it: sound quality
What's not so great: Navigation, poor manual, and internet not wireless
Would be excellent except that on-screen menu not user friendly, inadequate owners's manual, and lack of wireless internet. excellent sound quality which is what it's all about.
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Interfaces well with TV, great sound
About me... Technically challenged
I would recommend this to a friend!
-1point
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Review 4 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Good Value
Customer Rating
4.0
Value for Price
4.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Ease of Use
3.0
Features
4.0
What's great about it: Pure Yamaha Sound and DTS
What's not so great: Could use a bit more power and a phono hookup
I was replacing a 10 year old Yamaha. One of the rear surround channels had died but I also wanted to upgrade to a receiver that would have HDMI support for both audio and video.
At first I chose the higher end Yamaha that offered 120 watts per channel. It was around $950. But later cancelled the order when I realized that unit was 2" deeper than all my other components and would have presented challenges with my media cabinet set up. So, I stepped down in price and power to this unit.
Overall, I am pleased with the features and functionality. I especially like controlling all components from the unit. I really like having internet connectivity. This was not a feature I had sought but it is great. I can access photos and music from my PC's and network hard drive. I also like the built in Pandora functionality.
The sound is fantastic in either true stereo or surround. The UI is okay. Some functions can't be controlled from the unit itself and you need to use the on screen capability but I really like that as it is very easy to use. My old receiver didn't have the advanced Video UI. I highly recommend the GUI interface of this unit vs. the simpler "on screen" UI's. (BTW, the Best Buy blue shirt didn't really explain or appear to know the difference.)
If there is one complaint it would be that I could possibly use a bit more power...but that's only because for action movies I feel I have to turn it up too far and I'm concerned about introducing distortion. My old unit seemed plenty loud at only a 10 o'clock setting whereas this unit appears to need to be turned up much higher. But...this unit used a DB volume indicator and it may be that I'm simply not comparing apples to apples as this unit is rated at 10w above my old unit.
I thought the automatic speaker setup using the microphone was weak. I ended up changing the settings on my own. For some reason it set my subwoofer to -10db and my center channel to -4DB. It also automatically set my tower left and right to small and they are low end audiophile speakers.
All said and done....I would recommend this unit as a good value for $500.
This product has... Interfaces well with TV, Easy to use controls
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
-7points
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Review 5 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Amazing Receiver!
Customer Rating
5.0
What's great about it: Great sound and features
What's not so great: Pretty bulky
Coming from a Pioneer receiver, I was amazed at the sound quality and features of this receiver! The HD Radio, iphone control app, internet radio, DLNA, 1080p upscaling, and the 9.2 channel sound are all awesome features as well. The receiver is huge compared to others I've owned so I'm going to have to get a bigger shelf to house it but I couldn't be happier with it. It puts out sound just like the movie theater.
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Interfaces well with TV, Easy to use controls, Good multi-zone capability
About me... Audiophile, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 6 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Great Home Theater Sound
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
4.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Features for the price
What's not so great: No hard copy manual
I've had this receiver for 3 months now. It does an excellent job and the features (like connecting to the net and satellite radio ready) really shows how Yamaha wants more than just an A/V receiver. Totally enjoy it and the sound is fantastic. Built sturdy with an extra foot in the middle. I can imagine that the whole unit reflects that kind of craftsmanship.
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Easy to use controls
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 7 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Awesome receiver and even more awesome app
Customer Rating
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: GUI is easy, and the app for iOS devices rocks!
What's not so great: would always love it cheaper, but otherwise can't think of any issues.
Had purchased 2 different Pioneer Elites before landing on this Yamaha. So the receiver sounds very good as you would expect, offers multi zone like most higher end receivers. But for me what really sets this apart is the app for iOS devices (iPhone). It ROCKS! I can turn my receiver on, change the input, switch to pandora, switch to streaming my .mp3 collection from my NAS, turn on zone 2, etc. all with the app on my phone. It is so easy. And it also shows me what is playing including cover flow like view. Incredibly easy to use and really adds a ton of functionality to the receiver that just doesn't come across. Also, the GUI is easy to use and overlays the picture on your TV. So when you turn up the volume you can see what number it is on (important for me because I have the unit in a cabinet). The last thing I will say is although it isn't Airplay compatible, with the app I can stream music from my iPad/iPhone to the receiver! So it really has the functionality anyway, just not using Apple's version of it...You can't go wrong with this receiver. Yamaha really nailed the GUI and the app functionality...
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Interfaces well with TV, Easy to use controls, Good multi-zone capability
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+6points
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Review 8 for Yamaha AVENTAGE Network AV Home Theater Receiver 770-Watt / 7.2 Channel / RX-A1010BL
Outstanding AV Receiver!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Tim727
from North Carolina
on 10/19/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Yamaha Quality, Sound Quality, Ease of setup
What's not so great: N/A
Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A1010 Review.
From the beginning I knew this AV Receiver would be nothing less than top of the line Yamaha quality. I have learned to expect this from Yamaha products. This receiver replaced my Yamaha RX-V463, which I have enjoyed for several years.
The RX-A1010 arrived in a beefy shipping box. Caution: this unit is not light weight. Upon opening the box, it was evident that the quality started with the packaging. Everything was wrapped and securely locked in place. The unit looks and feels fantastic.
Setting up the unit was as simple as reading the “Quick Start Guide” and applying what it said. The complete manual is on CD and contains an extremely detailed account of the vast capabilities this unit offers. I still refer to the CD frequently.
Once the unit was installed I connected the provided microphone which was placed on a tripod as suggested and calibrated the unit to my speakers and the surrounding environment. This makes the system setup so simple. Again, just follow the supplied instructions.
The supplied remote is very versatile. Again, I continue to read the manual. Although it provides many options, the layout is truly simple. Yamaha has an iPhone/Android App that allows control of this receiver from your Smart Phone.
I consider myself an audiophile. I have supported the music industry as an audio engineer for many years. The sound produced by this receiver through my surround speaker system is extremely clean. The sound definition is impeccable. Although there are many connection options, I recommend HDMI wherever allowed.
The Yamaha RX-A1010 is an amazing piece of hardware. It has so many features and is a blast to own.
Thank you Yamaha,
Tim
North Carolina
North Carolina
This product has... Plenty of power for all my needs, Interfaces well with TV, Easy to use controls, Good multi-zone capability
About me... Pro audio / DJ, Audiophile, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+42points
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