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2024-03-04T19:00:00
The only reason I don't give this 5 stars is that I've noticed something strange when I'm streaming to it through a Google Chromecast device. And, really, I've only noticed it with Disney+. What happens is that it seems to switch between stereo and 5-channel on its own, which means the sound cuts out for about a second every 5-to-30 seconds. It's annoying but it only seems to happen with Disney. Overall, I'm pleased with the sound quality and features.
Robert
2024-03-01T19:00:00
volume is digital not a pot. radio worked ok on initial turn on. all other inputs were dead, no volume at all. spent an entire day troubleshooting until i discovered you have to increase volume on each input from zero. radio worked fine, that's what threw me for a loop! all other inputs, no volume. please note this.
mike
2024-02-27T19:00:00
This was the perfect replacement AVR for my 10 year old budget HK 1700 AVR that recently went out on me, with 100% matching connections but is actually more compact, with updated technology & jam packed with even more features, with a Speaker setup system (YPAO) that finally works! Set-up was a snap, with all of my old HK's connections & mounted speakers ready to go, & the 5:1 sound is just right for my one bedroom apartment's living room corner pro music studio production & entertainment needs, just enough to not blow myself away in such a tight space, or disturb my neighbors. Change can happen when you least expect it, but I'm happy that the RX-V2385 AVR made the upgrade a smooth one for me, with additional bang for the buck!
DK
2024-02-24T19:00:00
Easy to use well made sounds great.
Frank
2024-02-16T19:00:00
If you can get through the set up, the unit works nicely. I know what you're thinking, "the set up, how hard can it be to set up a receiver". I struggled deeply with the HDCP settings on this. Basically, this is a new anti-piracy software/setting/IDK for HDMI cables. There isn't clear instructions on the manual but it is defiantly not plug and play. After hours of internet research, I found out that you can change these settings manually in the receiver it's self. If you do not put it on the right frequency, you will get no video. Very frustrating. After two weekends of set up, everything works great.
Ant
2024-02-13T19:00:00
Great clean sound! The on screen setup and controls are very intuitive. I love the fact that each channel can be EQ'd individually. The setup mic makes balancing the room acoustics simple.
Kevin
2024-02-12T19:00:00
Great sound for my TV, and DVDs. The FM stereo receiver is so much better than my sony receiver in reception.
Mike
2024-02-12T19:00:00
Replaced this unit from my old RX V371 jn which I had for over 10 years but died. Purchased RX V385 and after major troubleshooting the ARC port was faulty and had to return it for a replacement. The replacement works but I'm not impressed with how the ARC port identifies other HDMI inputs. In my case my projector is connected to the ARC Port fir video display and I have Cable Box ( HDMI 1) Fire Cube (HDMI 2). It struggles MIGHTILY each time I toggle to different HDMI selections. It can take 30 to 60 seconds before recognizing it. This happens on my Optoma and Epson projectors. I have one that works fluent on my TV though. I DEFINITELY do NOT recommend this reciever when hooking up to a projector. ALSO this unit clicks very hard and loud when switching HDMI Ports. I'm concerned with the longevity of this unit. ESPECIALLY since I've had to return one already.
KW
2024-02-08T19:00:00
Still working on the final product but it is progressing very well. The home theater experience has improved our overall viewing experience. Sound quality is very impressive. I can easily give this a five star review. Highly recommended to all.
DonW
2024-01-31T19:00:00
Works as expected.
Nail
2024-01-15T19:00:00
Flawless, Great Price, Terrific Quality!
Ted
2024-01-11T19:00:00
Extremely versatile, when it comes to managing inputs. Each input having its own gain and tone control, makes it even better. I am definitely not disappointed!
Johanne
2024-01-03T19:00:00
Receiver worked fine for about 6 months and then started to power off intermittently. Under warranty but local repair shops are few and repair backlog is 3 months plus.
Skip
2023-12-10T19:00:00
Great entry level 5.1 surround sound system. Easy to install and configure. Multiple platform to select from. With good speakers, the sound is pleasing. Very happy with this amplifier.
Yves
2023-12-08T19:00:00
Great design great sound?just great in all the aspects.
The T.
2023-11-18T19:00:00
I really like this receiver. My only issue is that I have to change over the HDMI input before I change the input to the next attached device. I wish it would allow pass through for all attached devices while it in standbye mode.
Vendmech
2023-11-12T19:00:00
I purchased this unit about 3 months ago. My hearing has diminished from my working days, so I needed something to place speakers closer to me. I really like the option to play MP3 music via a USB flash stick. The price was very reasonable, for my budget.
jrahockey
2023-11-10T19:00:00
This is an amazing product for the price. I bought a Sony center speaker for quality sound. No subwoofer. Using existing ceiling speakers for surround sound. One complaint: when a very loud sound hits, like a gunshot, the receiver cuts off. One minor request to the firmware development team: display more info on the TV when using the radio, etc.
RonB
2023-11-05T19:00:00
This is part of our home entertainment system. Until we got used to it, controls were cumbersome at best. But using it is much better now, and the sound is great. Subwoofer is weak, even with all bass settings set to max, at low volumes. Increasing volume past 50% helps with amplified bass output, but can sometimes be too loud.
pcgod
2023-10-16T20:00:00
I like the easy setup and the preformance of the reciever. I even get AM radio now. Love the remote because I can switch from TV to stereo FM without getting up and adjust the sound level. It's like I won a "sweepstakes".
Danster
2023-09-22T20:00:00
After going through an Onkyo and a Sony AV receiver, I wanted to get something that not only sounded good, but had a reputation for being durable. I stepped up to the Yamaha and have been very pleased. The set-up was easy and it sounds great. Not as loud as the previous two boxes but pristine sound coming out of my Paradigm speakers. I like all the options for various sound treatments that can be used on any input. While I don't expect to ever use the "cavern" for serious listening, a lot of the other modes are helpful in getting the best sound from various sources. Nice feature to offer (and it can be ignored if you don't want any coloration). I used the "auto calibration" to set up the system then had fun "tweaking" everything to get it the way I wanted it to sound. Using the EARC simplifies everything and reduces the number of cables. Can't think of anything that could be added to improve this great receiver!
Doug M.
2023-09-03T20:00:00
Amazing wattage per channel, plenty of features to tailor your audio experience, and a very beautiful addition to our audio rack. We use ours as an amplifier for a turntable (external preamp required), as well as occasional movie experience. This machine beautifully amplifies sound to our speakers in ways that make even budget speakers punch well up into the ranges of top competitors. Easy to use, takes a little time to perfectly tune to your liking, but the automatic tuning program gets you as close to perfect as possible. 5.1 AVRs of any other brand should beware of the awesome power of this amplifier.
Ty
2023-07-17T20:00:00
Yamaha never disappoints with there receivers.
Howie
2023-06-18T20:00:00
For Audio video VCR, DVR, CD, TV, 5.1 stereo with Subwoofer.
YahooYamaha
2023-06-11T20:00:00
Hubs main living room Home Theatre (under construction)
Papa
2023-05-11T20:00:00
I use the amp for lots of difference music and home theater.
On R.
2023-05-01T20:00:00
using it in my living room to watch TV, music
Tomas
2023-03-26T20:00:00
The price is reasonable and the sound is good.
Steven N.
2023-03-21T20:00:00
I like this receiver because it handles my Smart TV, Bose Surround System, Game System, DVD Player.
Pirate D.
2023-03-07T19:00:00
I use my receiver for every day living such as watching TV or listening to music. Seeing the quality of a movie and hearing it in 5:1sound is the highlight of the evening. I can balance the speakers with their size and listening distance to the receiver for the ultimate sound.
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5.1
100W (8 Ohms, 0.9% THD) (1kHz, 1ch driven)
70W (8 Ohms, 0.09% THD) (20Hz-20kHz, 2ch driven)
145W (6 Ohms, 10% THD) (1kHz, 1ch driven) (JEITA)
110 / 130 / 160 / 180W (Front L/R, 8/6/4/2 ohms)
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17
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MP3 / WMA / MPEG-4 AAC / WAV: up to 48 kHz / 16-bit
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3x Burr-Brown 384kHz / 32-bit DAC
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4 / 1 (HDCP 2.2, HDR10 / Dolby Vision / HLG and BT.2020 compatible)
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USB memory
USB / mini jack
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17.12 x 6.37 x 12.37" (43.48 x 16.18 x 31.42cm)
17 lbs (7.71kg)
Excellent AV Receiver
By JJ
I replaced my 17 year old Sony surround sound system with this. I was most impressed with the video improvement. My TV already accepts a 4K signal so the improvement was dramatic. The audio benefits from improved, more efficient speakers. An excellent unit!
Best AVR for the money
By Ty
Amazing wattage per channel, plenty of features to tailor your audio experience, and a very beautiful addition to our audio rack. We use ours as an amplifier for a turntable (external preamp required), as well as occasional movie experience. This machine beautifully amplifies sound to our speakers in ways that make even budget speakers punch well up into the ranges of top competitors. Easy to use, takes a little time to perfectly tune to your liking, but the automatic tuning program gets you ...
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Providing complete compatibility with the latest HDMI standards, this AV receiver delivers transmission of 4K video at 60 frames/second pass-through. It also supports HDR (high dynamic range) Video including Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma which provides incredible contrast, smooth tone and rich, bright colors—giving you full, high-definition enjoyment with an exceptionally realistic and natural picture quality.
Exclusive Yamaha CINEMA DSP technology supports playback of HD Audio (Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio™, etc.), providing natural and expansive sound imaging. CINEMA DSP transforms the dynamics of the listening environment, with acoustic reproduction of famous venues such as the Bottom Line, Roxy Theater, and European cathedrals—letting you experience their ambience right in your room.
YPAO (Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer) analyzes the room acoustics and your system, then precisely adjusts various audio parameters to provide the best sound for your room. By placing the supplied microphone at your listening position and switching YPAO on, the system is automatically tuned for optimum performance in your home.
The RX-V385 was designed with a strong focus on achieving exceptionally high-clarity sound. It employs a discrete amp configuration and a low-jitter PLL circuit, which contributes to its excellent audio performance.
The RX-V385 offers the ability to bi-amp compatible front speakers (L, R), which drives the high and low ranges with independent amplifiers. In addition to providing greater power, it also prevents interference between the high and low sounds, further improving the sound of the front speakers (trade with surround speakers).
This exclusive low-range enhancement technology delivers richer bass than you would expect from smaller sized speakers while maintaining good localization and sound balance even with compact front speakers. When a subwoofer is used, it improves the volume of the entire low range of the speaker system, not only the front speakers, but also enhancing the bass from the subwoofer. You'll enjoy video and music with sound that has exceptional power and presence.
Unlock the full potential of your 4K content. Enhanced Audio Return Channel (also known as eARC) is the next generation of ARC – available in the industry-leading AV receivers from Yamaha.
eARC delivers full-resolution, multichannel audio formats such as Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD® through your existing HDMI connection, giving you the most realistic surround sound experience for immersing yourself in your favorite movies and moments.
Even when it is impossible to install surround speakers behind the listening position, you can enjoy virtual 5-channel surround sound with all of the speakers placed in the front of the room.
Pressing a SCENE button powers on the AV receiver or remote selects the input source and DSP mode. You can re-set the buttons for different sources by selecting a source and DSP mode, then pressing a SCENE button for more than three seconds.
Use this special app and get expert assistance with cable connections between the AV receiver and source devices. It even guides you through various other settings such as speaker connections, TV and source device connections and power amplifier assignments.
When ECO mode is turned on it can reduce power consumption by about 20 percent*, thanks to an advanced energy saving design. *Compared to power consumption when ECO mode is off (Yamaha measurement).