Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A2070 9.2-channel home theater receiver

The Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A2070 is a powerhouse 9.2-channel network AV receiver that sits near the top of the ES (Elevated Standard) lineup. Released in 2017, it was built to handle high-end home theater configurations like 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos setups.

What's In The Box:

Remote Control

Condition:

Refurbished

1. Audio Power & Quality

• Channels: 9.2-channel surround sound (expandable to 11.2 with an external amp).
  
  

• Power Output: 140 Watts per channel (8 ohms, 20Hz–20kHz, 0.06% THD, 2-ch driven).
  
  

• DACs: Dual ESS SABRE Premier ES9006A 192kHz/24-bit DACs for high-resolution audio processing across all channels.
  
  

• Symmetrical Amp Layout: Designed with a symmetrical power amplifier layout to isolate the left and right channels, improving the signal-to-noise ratio and widening the soundstage.
  
  

• A.R.T. Wedge: Features a signature fifth foot in the center of the unit to dampen vibrations from the power transformer and other components.
  
  

2. Advanced Audio Formats

• Surround Sound: Full support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
  
  

• Cinema DSP HD3: Yamaha's proprietary processing that adds vertical dimension to the sound field. It can simulate an 11.1-channel environment even with a standard 7.1-channel speaker layout using "Virtual Presence Speakers."
  
  

• YPAO R.S.C. (64-bit): The "Gold" version of Yamaha's room calibration, which uses multi-point measurement and "Reflected Sound Control" to correct for acoustic issues caused by furniture or room shape.
  
  

3. Video & Connectivity

• HDMI: 8 Inputs / 2 Outputs (including one front-panel input).
  
  

• 4K Support: Full 4K/60p (4:4:4) pass-through, HDCP 2.2, and HDR (including HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Hybrid Log-Gamma).
  
  

• Upscaling: Can upscale analog and lower-resolution HDMI signals to 4K.
  
  

• Phono Input: Dedicated input for connecting a turntable without needing an external preamp.
  
  

4. Networking & Multi-Room

• MusicCast: Yamaha’s ecosystem for wireless multi-room audio, allowing you to stream music to other MusicCast speakers throughout your home.
  
  

• Streaming: Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay. Supports Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Deezer, Pandora, and Napster.
  
  

• Zone Control: Advanced HDMI Zone Switching allows you to watch two different 4K video sources in two different rooms simultaneously.
  
  

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 17-1/8” W x 7-1/2” H x 18-5/8” D (9-3/4" H with Wi-Fi antenna up).
  
  

• Weight: 37.5 lbs (17 kg).
  
  

• Build: Rigid H-shaped cross frame and an aluminum front panel with a "flip-down" door to hide the front inputs.
  
  

Comparison Note: Compared to its smaller brother (the RX-A1070), the 2070 adds two more channels of amplification (9 vs 7) and the upgraded dual ESS DAC system, making it much better suited for those running dedicated ceiling or "height" speakers for a true Atmos experience.