Yamaha CX-A5000 Home Theater Processor With Balanced Audio and ESS DACs

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Very capable processor from Yamaha fitted with HDMI and XLR connections for the ultimate in connectivity.

This was their flagship offering several years back that carried an MSRP of $3000.

Tested in our lab for basic functionality and reset to default configuration to provide a fresh start.

Your purchase includes the processor, the original remote, and a power cord.

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Absolute Quality, Absolute Realism.11.2-channel AV Pre-Amplifier at the pinnacle of the AVENTAGE Series. Superb sound quality combined with fine craftsmanship ensures an unequalled listening experience. Latest technologies include high rigidity chassis, ESS DACs and reliable balanced connection.

AVENTAGE Concept 11.2-channel pre-amplifier
• XLR balanced connection (11-channel pre-out and 2-channel input)
• ESS 9016 DAC for all channels including front and rear presence channels
• Cinema DSP HD3 with 33 DSP programmes
• High density presence and richly detailed sound ensured by high sound quality parts and design
• Specially designed high rigidity chassis eliminates the effects of vibration for greater sound purity
• MHL supports full HD video and audio from mobile phones and portable devices
• Network functions such as AirPlay, Napster®* music streaming service (*Music service availability varies by region.)
• AV Controller app for operating various functions from a smartphone or tablet
• FLAC or WAV 192kHz / 24-bit audio playback
• 4K Ultra HD Pass-through and Upscaling
• Yamaha video processing optimises video content
• High-resolution Music Enhancer further heightens musicality from the original content
• Advanced HDMI Zone Switching allows unprecedented AV switching to multiple zones
• HDMI (8 in [1 on front] ) / 2 out) with 3D and Audio Return Channel
• YPAO R.S.C. (Reflected Sound Control) sound optimisation with multi-point / speaker angle measurement
• Full LED Backlight Learning and Preset Remote Unit
• Versatile Zone control up to four Zones including party mode
• Handy trigger control

AVENTAGE Concept 11.2-channel pre-amplifier - Owner's Manual