Home Theater Receiver Yamaha RX-A3030 black

Overview

9.2 AVENTAGE network amplifier delivering superior audio quality and offering numerous features, including: HDMI Zone switching, Anti-Resonance Technology, ESS converters, high-quality video signal processing, and Zone 2/3/4 support

What the press says

The Yamaha RX-A3030 continues the tradition of excellence established over the past two years by the Aventage series (apart from the legendary Z series), [...] The Japanese manufacturer has once again surprised us, managing to position the RX-A3030 as an essential amplifier. A superb achievement.

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Le Yamaha RX-A3030 perpétue la tradition d'excellence initiée depuis deux ans par la série Aventage (mythique série Z à part), […] C'est donc une belle surprise que nous réserve le constructeur japonais, qui parvient une fois encore à imposer le RX-A3030 comme un ampli incontournable. Une superbe réalisation.

Audio

9-channel surround sound
- 230 W per channel (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 1 channel)
- 150 W per channel (8 Ω, 20 Hz- 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2 channels)
- 230 W per channel (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel, JEITA)
HD Audio format decoding:
- Dolby TrueHD
- DTS-HD Master Audio
- Dolby Digital Plus
- DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
Rigid chassis and rigid lower frame/double-bottom construction
Symmetrical power amplifier layout
Heat sink with anti-vibration and anti-thermal properties
High-performance ES9006 192 kHz/32-bit DACs for the 7 main channels
High-quality ES9006 DACs for the Presence channels
On-chip digital-to-analog converter (Pure Ground)
Power amplifier with thermal management
Low Jitter Circuitry for optimized audio spatialization
Additional 5th foot with Anti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T. Wedge)
Enhanced musicality thanks to High Resolution Music Enhancer technology
Assignable amplification channels for Surround Back
Phono input for turntable
FLAC or WAV 192 kHz/24-bit audio playback
Gold-plated speaker terminals

Video

Ultra HD (4K) “pass-through” for even greater image quality
Ultra HD (4K) upscaling
Ultra HD (4K)/Full HD 1080p video upscaling
HDMI: 8 inputs (1 on the front) and 2 outputs (assignable for zone 2/4)
Analog video conversion and upscaling circuit
Exclusive video processing for unique optimization according to signal type
Motion compensation and edge management for moving objects
Multi-cadence detection (including 3-2 pull-down)
Automatic resolution enhancement (detail and edges)
Video signal control (contrast, brightness, saturation)

Network Functions

AirPlay for music streaming from Mac, PC, iPod, iPhone, and iPad
AV Controller app for control with iPod, iPhone, iPad, or Android device
Internet radio (vTuner): MP3, WMA
Music file playback from PC/NAS: WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC
DLNA 1.5 certified

Surround Realism

Vertical sound field expansion with CINEMA DSP HD3 mode for an even more realistic surround experience
HD Audio decoding with CINEMA DSP 3D (23 programs)
Compressed Music Enhancer with CINEMA DSP
Dialogue Lift function to center dialogue sound
Virtual Dialogue Lift (without presence speakers)
Dialogue Level Adjustment to bring out the sound of voices, dialogues, and vocals
Channel expansion with external amplifier (11 channels, bi-amplification)
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) and adaptive DSP

Connectivity

Inputs

8x HDMI (front HDMI: MHL compatible)
4x Digital optical (assignable, except Video AUX)
3x Digital coaxial (assignable)
5/5x AV analog/Audio (with Phono)
4x Component video (assignable)
5/4x Composite / S-Video
1x Network port
1x USB port
1/1x Radio antenna (FM/AM)

Outputs

2x HDMI (Zone assignable)
1x Digital optical
1x Analog audio
Pre Out 11.2
1x Component video monitor
1/1x Composite / S-Video monitor
1/1x AV (Composite / S-Video)
2x Subwoofer (stereo, front/rear, 2 mono)
1x DC (For optional accessories)
1x Headphone jack

Other

1x Zone 2 output, tone and volume controls
1x Zone 3 output, tone and volume controls
2/2x Remote input / output
2x +12V/100 mA output
1x RS-2323C
1x Connector for removable power supply

Versatile Zone Control

HDMI Zone 2 with audio-video source identical to or different from the main room (HDMI Zone 1)
Zone user interface (song/station selection, album covers, Zone tone/balance settings, text message)
On/off for Zone 2/3/4, front panel control
Zone 2/3 video assignment (component, S-video, composite)
Amplifier settings backup/restore function
Zone mono, Zone volume, Zone max volume, etc.