Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Neural Surround - PAL, NTSC - FM, AM, XM - MPN: RXV659 See Product Details
Description
7.1 Channel receiver designed for extremely high sound quality and featuring CINEMA DSP, XM Satellite Radio "Ready" with XM HD Surround, and iPod compatibility using the optional YDS-10.
Quick Glance
Interfaces: 2 x RCA Coaxial Digital Audio In - Rear, 3 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Rear, 1 x Digital/Optical Audio Line Out - Rear, 3 x RCA Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 2 x RCA Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA 7.1 Channel In - Rear, 4 x RCA Composite Audio/Video In - Rear, 2 x RCA Composite Audio/Video Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Video Out - Rear, 4 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Rear, 3 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video Out - Rear, 3 x RCA Component Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Component Video Out - Rear, 7 x RCA Pre-amplifier Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Subwoofer Out - Rear, 9 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear, 3 x Antenna In - Rear, 1 x Remote In - Rear, 1 x Remote Out - Rear, 2 x AC Out - Rear, 1 x Headphone - Front, 1 x RCA A/V In - Front, 1 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Front, 1 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Front, 1 x Microphone - Front, 2 x Spring Loaded Speaker Terminal - Rear, 1 x Docking - Rear
Sound Supported: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Neural Surround
Supported Channels: 7.1
THD: 0.06 %
Total Power: 700 W
Summary
Product Title: Yamaha RX-V659 A/V Receiver
Manufacturer: Yamaha
Power Score: 4.4 | 11 Reviews
Sound Processing
Sound Supported: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Neural Surround
Supported Audio Channels: 7.1
Audio DAC: 24 Bit
Amplification
THD at Rated RMS Power (Unbridged): 0.06 %
Total Power: 700 W
Connectivity
Interface Connection: 2 x RCA Coaxial Digital Audio In - Rear, 3 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Rear, 1 x Digital/Optical Audio Line Out - Rear, 3 x RCA Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 2 x RCA Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA 7.1 Channel In - Rear, 4 x RCA Composite Audio/Video In - Rear, 2 x RCA Composite Audio/Video Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Composite Video Out - Rear, 4 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Rear, 3 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video Out - Rear, 3 x RCA Component Video In - Rear, 1 x RCA Component Video Out - Rear, 7 x RCA Pre-amplifier Line Out - Rear, 1 x RCA Subwoofer Out - Rear, 9 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear, 3 x Antenna In - Rear, 1 x Remote In - Rear, 1 x Remote Out - Rear, 2 x AC Out - Rear, 1 x Headphone - Front, 1 x RCA A/V In - Front, 1 x 4-pin mini-DIN S-Video In - Front, 1 x Digital/Optical Audio Line In - Front, 1 x Microphone - Front, 2 x Spring Loaded Speaker Terminal - Rear, 1 x Docking - Rear
Dimensions
Dimensions: 6.70" Height x 17.10" Width x 16.60" Depth
Weight: 27 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 2 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Strengths: Understated watts per channel output, quality internal components, video up scaling via component, great great value, warm Yamaha sound quality.
Weakness: No HDMI (but if you know this going in it isn’t really a con, especially considering the price)
If you want to read a comprehensive review go to the audioholics website. They take a complete look at this receiver and show why it is one of the best values you will find in the market. Yamaha actually understated the power delivered per channel, normally you will see manufactures do the opposite and overstate the power delivered. It seemed that cnet was trying to compare this receiver to ones...
Strengths: A lot of Receiver and features for the money. Sounds great.
Weakness: Digital Surround sound selection is a little confusing.
Excellent receiver, easy to setup and great sound. More features than I'll every use. Automatic setup of the speakers with the included microphone was very easy. Included remote works well with my other components and is well laid out.
Strengths: multiple inputs and outputs great signal processing and 7.1 decoding 4 optical inputs including one on the front panel 2 digital coxial inputs pure direct sound processing great sounding receiver
Weakness: none so far, maybe the remote has a funny layout, but in terms of the sound quality. The receiver is top notch.
I was looking for a nice mid-priced receiver to finish my new HD system. This Yamaha listed for quite a bit more than I actually ended up spending. (List $500, Web $350) It's been great, offers all the surround sound modes and has multiple input and output functions that are assignable. It also comes with the mic to optimize your rooms sound but I have yet to use this feature. A great receiver...
Strengths: Sleek looking design; powerful audio output; plenty of inputs
Weakness: Bulky and heavy, but other than that, none!
This is my first Yamaha receiver and I love it. The inputs are clearly marked, the remote is easy to use, the display on the front is hi-tech without being annoying and over the top. Audio output to our 5:1 channel surround is top quality. We have it controlling music to another room (living room), as well as the family room TV/DVD/movie surround sound. Other than the unit being somewhat large...
Strengths: 7.1 channel capability, mic allows easily speaker optimization, iPod and XM connectivity, variety of input options
Weakness: larger and heavier than I expected, remote control (while better than previous models) still pales in comparison to Harmony models
This is my second mid-range Yamaha receiver (the other is an RX-V620), and I remain impressed. The features of the RXV-659 are a noticeable step up. I'm also excited to utilize the iPod dock capability. Finally, the prices available on the web are significantly lower than the full retail rate. I definitely recommend this receiver!
Strengths: A mid to high end receiver for the price of an entry level unit.
Weakness: No HDMI, but if you don't need it who cares. Discontinued unit 661 & more recently 663 replaced it.
I couldn't be happier with both the product and the buying experience. I knew ahead of time I was buying a discontinued unit but it was exactly what I wanted. Local stores had the same unit for $100 more.
Strengths: Easy set-up. Slick auto speaker set-up. Intuitive controls.
Weakness: Speaker binding posts.
Very easy set-up including the auto speaker set-up. Fairly clear controls. The buttons and knobs do what you expect them to do! Use banana plugs for the speaker connections. The binding posts are difficult to screw-down tight. There ARE banana plugs in the market for less than $1.00 each...yes gold plated ones.
Strengths: The Easy setup was so awsome. It has made a difference in audio and video.
Weakness: REMOTE
Everything about this receiver is great, except the remote. I did go buy a logitech learning remote and it works it fine. This receiver's audio and video are so good, my father bought one also. He is a receiver snob, he only buys the best. He couldn't say no to the price and the quality. I am glad I bought this one! My wife actually said the same thing, Hurrah for me.
A mid-range Yamaha A/V receiver loaded with features available in much higher end models. For around $400 (originally retailed for $549) you get a 100W, 7.1 channel surround receiver with component video switching, iPod/XM connectivity, and three zone audio capabilities. The RX-V659 is built with quality Burr-Brown DAC components, and can exceed its rating of 100W of surround power. The Yamaha...
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It has been awhile since I reviewed a moderately priced piece of home theater gear. Some of my staff often comment on my flare for reviewing only the upper echelon products. I am certainly not one to argue this point, but I figured I would upset the status quo by throwing in a mid-priced receiver into my review lineup to keep them guessing. With that in mind, I requested Yamaha's latest sub $550...
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Feature rich, but not very intuitive
Strengths: Optimizer jack/mic with auto setup; reassignable inputs/outputs; 7.1 channel audio; on screen display (OSD)
Weakness: Front panel display size could be larger; remote is cluttered; selection of signal processing is not intuitive
If you are looking for a reasonably priced, non-HDMI consumer receiver, this receiver is a great choice. These is a bit of a learning curve, however, to take full advantage of its features (and the manual, though very detailed, is not always helpful). Some examples where the operation is confusing: 1. It's not clear that the receiver auto-detects the native signal processing of the source, though...
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