Yamaha RX-V373 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver

The Yamaha RX-V373 is a 5.1-channel AV receiver released in 2012. It served as the entry-level model in Yamaha's lineup for that year, introducing high-end features like 4K pass-through to a more affordable price point.

1. Audio Performance & Processing

• Channels: 5.1-channel surround sound.

• Power Output: 85 Watts per channel (8 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 2-ch driven).

• DACs: Uses 192 kHz/24-bit Burr-Brown DACs for all channels to ensure high-quality digital-to-analog conversion.

• HD Audio Decoding: Supports lossless formats including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.

• YPAO Sound Optimization: Includes Yamaha’s proprietary room calibration system that uses a microphone to automatically set speaker levels and distances.

2. Video Features

• 4K Ultra HD Pass-through: Capable of passing 4K video signals from a source to a compatible display.

• HDMI with 3D & ARC: Supports 3D video signals and features Audio Return Channel (ARC), allowing your TV to send audio back to the receiver through the same HDMI cable.

• Deep Color & x.v.Color: Supports 30/36-bit color depth and a wider color gamut for more vivid images.

3. Connectivity (I/O)

• HDMI: 4 Inputs / 1 Output.

• Front Panel USB: A digital connection for iPod/iPhone or USB thumb drives, which bypasses the device's internal DAC for better sound quality.

• Digital Audio: 2 Optical and 2 Coaxial inputs.

• Analog Video: 2 Component Video inputs and 1 output; 4 Composite Video inputs and 1 output.

Front Mini-Jack: For connecting portable audio players (like an MP3 player or phone) via a 3.5mm cable.