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The Yamaha R-N1000A is a two-channel network stereo receiver rated at 240 watts per channel into 8 ohms, built for serious music listening rather than surround sound. It combines a high-current analog amplifier with high-resolution streaming through MusicCast, AirPlay 2, Spotify and Amazon Music HD, plus HDMI ARC so it can take over TV sound. YPAO room correction is unusual in a stereo receiver and helps tame boomy rooms. Against cheaper network receivers it adds HDMI, YPAO and a heavier chassis; against premium integrated amps it gives up some refinement but offers far more connectivity.
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Owners of Yamaha's network stereo receivers generally praise the clean, powerful sound and the wide streaming support. Common complaints center on the MusicCast app and on setup fiddliness rather than sound quality.
It is built for Hi-Fi listening and works with high-resolution music streaming.
It uses Yamaha's MusicCast network system, which works with streaming services such as Amazon Music HD and Spotify. Apple Music can be streamed with AirPlay 2. Several MusicCast devices can be linked and controlled from one app on a smart device, so music can play in different rooms of the home.
YPAO adjusts the sound to suit the acoustics of the room.
