Yamaha has announced two new AV receiver models designed to deliver immersive home‑theater sound and the latest video and streaming capabilities. Featuring an all‑new cosmetic design, the RX300A and RX500A deliver Dolby Atmos sound, support for 4K/120Hz and 8K video, and enhanced wireless streaming.
The RX300A, a 5.2-channel Dolby Atmos AV receiver, serves as a direct successor to the entry-tier Yamaha RX-V385, while the RX500A, a 7.2-channel Dolby Atmos AV receiver, introduces a new price and performance tier to the Yamaha AV receiver lineup.
On the inside, both receivers are designed with careful attention to circuit layout, signal paths, and vibration control to preserve clarity, dynamics, and spatial accuracy. Dolby Atmos and DTS enable precise placement of sound effects and dialogue within a three-dimensional sound field.
Both models inherit an Anti‑Resonance Technology (A.R.T.) Wedge—a center-mounted “fifth foot” —from Yamaha flagship AVENTAGE models. This helps reduce vibration and improve stability, supporting cleaner, more accurate sound reproduction.
An included setup microphone enables automatic room correction by measuring room acoustics and speaker behavior, allowing the receiver to optimize sound performance for the listening environment. An on-screen setup guide further simplifies installation by walking users through connections and configuration step by step.
A direct successor to the Yamaha RX‑V385, the RX300A is designed to meet the needs of entry‑level home theater users at an accessible price point, while adding meaningful upgrades for today’s content and systems.
New enhancements compared with the RX-V385 include support for Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X, compatibility with 4K/120Hz and 8K/60Hz video, gaming features such as ALLM and VRR, dual subwoofer outputs, Bluetooth Multipoint, enhanced build quality, and an updated on-screen setup guide with streamlined menus.
The RX300A supports Dolby Atmos in flexible speaker configurations, including 3.2.2-channel with up-firing or in-ceiling height speakers, as well as 5.2-channel with virtual height processing.
Bluetooth Multipoint allows two devices to remain paired simultaneously, making it easy to switch between sources without reconnecting.
Pricing & Availability
RX300A 5.2-Channel Home Theater AV Receiver
MSRP: $399.95. Available June 2026
RX500A 7.2-Channel Home Theater AV Receiver
MSRP: $599.95. Available September 2026
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