YamahaCX-A5100newCX-A5100 by Crutchfield'sDave Bar Read bio Home theater for audiophiles We're big fans of Yamaha's AVENTAGE audio/video gear. And judging by the many glowing reviews on Crutchfield's website, ou...1088.00

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CX-A5100



Home theater for audiophiles

We're big fans of Yamaha's AVENTAGE audio/video gear. And judging by the many glowing reviews on Crutchfield's website, our customers are just as impressed with the sound quality and construction as we are. These components are built strong, with a level of craftsmanship that will impress even the most demanding home theater enthusiasts. And nowhere is that more evident than with the CX-A5100 home theater preamp/processor. As the flagship of the AVENTAGE line, this sophisticated AV hub combines cutting-edge audio and video processing with all the latest convenience and entertainment features.


High-res audio

On the video side, 4K upscaling and pass-through with HDCP 2.2 support on all rear-panel HDMI connections means the CX-A5100 is ready for the latest Ultra HD TVs, and will bring a new level of realism to your older DVDs and Blu-rays. And when it comes to music, support for high-resolution audio files, plus a Compressed Music Enhancer for MP3s and Bluetooth streams guarantees crystal-clear sound from a huge range of music sources. And you can enjoy it in up to three separate zones throughout your home. Easy setup, a simple user interface, and a comprehensive, customizable control app make the 'A5100 a joy to operate.

Take your home theater above and beyond with Dolby Atmos

A technology that just recently made its debut in home theater receivers, Dolby Atmos creates the most lifelike, captivating surround sound of any audio format we've heard to date. If you're watching a plane take off onscreen, your ears will follow it down the runway along with your eyes, and as it roars directly overhead you might swear your hair is blowing back. If you're ready to explore this new dimension in home theater sound, pair the CX-A5100 with a high-performance multichannel power amp such as Yamaha's MX-A5000, then add one or two pairs of in-ceiling speakersto your five- or seven-channel system, or pick up some Atmos enabled upward-firing speakers to project sound off your ceiling and create the height effects that make an Atmos system so riveting.

Here's a breakdown of all the Dolby Atmos speaker configurations this receiver supports:

  • 7.1.4 - seven conventional surround speakers, one powered subwoofer, and four overhead or height speakers
  • 7.1.2 - seven conventional surround speakers, one powered subwoofer, and two overhead or height speakers
  • 5.1.4 - five conventional surround speakers, one powered subwoofer, and four overhead or height speakers
  • 5.1.2 - five conventional surround speakers, one powered subwoofer, and two overhead or height speakers

You can use one or two subwoofers with any of these configurations.

With a firmware update, this pre/pro also supports DTS:X surround sound, a new format which uses object-based processing similar to Dolby Atmos and overhead speakers for immersive home theater.

Yamaha CX-A5100 preamp/processor

With loads of connections, including balanced XLR inputs and outputs, the CX-A5100 can handle almost any digital or analog source component.

Making the most of analog and digital sources

When you see those 3-pin balanced XLR connectors lined up across the CX-A5100's back panel, you know you're getting a preamp designed for top audio performance. With XLR inputs and outputs, this preamp can maintain a balanced signal path from your high-end stereo source component all the way through to your power amp. This reduces the noise in the transmission, letting your music's detail and dynamics shine through. Digital audio signals from Blu-ray and CD players are handled by ESS SABRE32 Ultra digital-to-analog converters on all channels, for audiophile-grade performance in stereo or surround sound.

Great sound is in the details

Yamaha builds their AVENTAGE series components with high-quality, custom-designed parts that use anti-resonance technology to reduce distortion caused by vibration. The CX-A5100's rigid three-ply chassis structure incorporates an independent top cover, aluminum side panels and an H-shaped cross frame for added stability. Shielded power supplies and a large toroidal power transformer restrict radiated noise for quieter operation. A specially designed fifth foot at the center of the pre/pro's base helps dampen internal and external vibrations, while the aluminum front panel further shields sensitive circuitry from external electronic interference for optimal sound quality. All of Yamaha's attention to detail in the CX-A5100's construction results in accurate playback, precise imaging, and a wide, natural soundstage.

Built-in wireless convenience

The CX-A5100's built-in Wi-Fi® gives you quick access to all of your favorite songs plus plenty of ways to discover new music. Access content from your personal digital music library, or explore different Internet radio services. Pandora® lets you enjoy all the custom radio stations you listen to on the go in the comfort of your living room, and vTuner lets you listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world. With a premium Spotify® subscription, you can stream your favorite albums and playlists wirelessly to the receiver via your Internet router, controlling playback from your mobile device. Built-in Bluetooth lets you stream any music you listen to on your phone, tablet or computer, and Apple AirPlay® lets you send music wirelessly from a compatible Apple device or from any computer with iTunes®.

Yamaha remote app

Take control of your system with a flexible remote app

Our customers love Yamaha's AV Controller app. This number-one-rated control app turns your mobile device into a Wi-Fi remote so you can control and customize playback options on the CX-A5100. Switch sources, tweak settings, control multi-zone playback, and select Internet radio stations with effortlessly intuitive touchscreen operation. You can even hide unused icons and rename functions to personalize your remote to your system. Thanks to Yamaha's Wireless Direct technology, you can also control the 'A5100 and stream music from your device without a network connection.

MusicCast puts whole home audio at your fingertips

Yamaha's new MusicCast feature makes it easy to build a whole home wireless audio system starting with the CX-A5100. Use your existing Wi-Fi network to stream music to compatible Yamaha wireless speakers and sound bars in different rooms. Each room's speakers can be controlled independently with the free MusicCast app. The app lets you control playback, browse music sources, and select which rooms you want to use. Listen to the same music throughout your home, or play something different in each room. Access your personal digital music library, Internet radio, and popular streaming services. You can also play Bluetooth sources, sound from your TV, and even CDs and vinyl. MusicCast also supports high-resolution audio formats.

Entertainment in up to four rooms

The CX-A5100 gives you the flexibility to extend playback of different sources to four different rooms. You can play music in up to two additional rooms while enjoying five- or seven-channel surround sound in your living room. A second HDMI output lets you select an independent video source for playback on a TV in a fourth room, so it's easy to put on a movie for the kids to watch in the rec room while you catch up on your TV shows in the living room. Since HDMI carries both video and audio signals, a single-cable connection is all that's required.

Simplified setup solutions for optimal performance

Yamaha has seen to it that you won't need to sweat setting up your system. A free AV Setup Guide app for iOS and Android™ tablets takes you through it step-by-step, with illustrations, through the process of connecting your amp and sources. Once you've gotten everything connected, just plug the included setup mic into the CX-A5100's front panel and the YPAO calibration system will analyze your speakers and your room's acoustics for optimal performance. YPAO is simple and automatic and sets the best sound for any room, no matter where your speakers are placed.


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Product highlights:

Processing:
  • Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Atmos processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping surround sound; compatible with 7-, 9-, or 11-channel setups
  • next-generation DTS:X surround sound available via firmware update
  • video upconversion (up to 1080p and 4K) for analog and HDMI sources
  • Yamaha's advanced video processing with edge and motion adaptive deinterlacing for sharp images and smooth motion
  • YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) automatic speaker calibration with advanced 64-bit EQ calculation, Reflected Sound Control, 3D, multipoint, and angle measurement to deliver more accurate surround sound across different listening positions (microphone included)
  • Cinema DSP HD3 creates increased realism for movie soundtracks with front and rear presence speakers in an 11.2-channel home theater
  • 33 Cinema and HiFi DSP modes add richness and depth to music and movie soundtracks (DSP modes can work in conjunction with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround processing)
Digital and Streaming Music Options:
  • built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free Internet radio, and music services
    • Wireless Direct lets you stream music and control playback from a smartphone or tablet without a wireless home network
    • includes support for Pandora®, Rhapsody®, SiriusXM Internet Radio, and vTuner (subscription required for some services)
    • Spotify Connect lets you play Spotify's streaming music library through the receiver via your smartphone or tablet (requires Spotify app and a premium subscription)
  • built-in Bluetooth for wireless music streaming and transmission
  • Apple AirPlay for streaming music from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or computer running iTunes
  • MusicCast wirelessly connects compatible Yamaha components for whole home audio
  • front-panel USB input for connecting an iPod®, iPhone, or thumb drive
  • plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution; DSD up to 5.6 MHz .dsf files)
  • DLNA certified for streaming music with compatible devices and computers
Multi-room Audio/Video:
  • analog stereo outputs for second and third zones
  • HDMI dual-zone switching in Zone 2 for watching HD content from different sources in two zones simultaneously
  • output any source to 2nd room via Zone 2 HDMI output
  • 2nd HDMI output assignable to Zone 4 (HDMI sources only)
Audio Performance Features:
  • 32-bit/192kHz ESS Sabre ES9016S Ultra digital-to-analog converters on all channels
  • Compressed Music Enhancer improves sound quality of MP3s and upconverts CDs and FLAC files to 24-bit/96kHz resolution
  • high-rigidity, three-ply chassis structure with independent top cover, aluminum side and front panels, and H-shaped cross frame to minimize vibration for clearer sound
  • shielded toroidal power transformer for stable, low-noise operation
  • detachable power cable
Connections:
  • HDMI 2.0 audio/video switching: 8 in, 2 out (including 1 front-panel input)
    • HDCP 2.2 technology ensures compatibility with 4K Ultra HD sources and TVs (HDMI inputs 1-7 only and both HDMI outputs)
  • component video switching: 3 in, 1 out
  • composite video switching: 5 in (includes 1 front-panel input), 1 assignable out
  • digital audio inputs: 3 optical and 3 coaxial
  • 8 analog stereo audio inputs (includes 1 front-panel input)
  • balanced XLR stereo inputs
  • 7.1-channel unbalanced RCA preamp inputs
  • 11.2-channel unbalanced RCA preamp outputs include outputs for 2 powered subwoofers
  • 11.2-channel balanced XLR preamp outputs include XLR outputs for 2 powered subwoofers
  • phono input for use with a turntable
  • full-size (1/4") headphone output jack
  • Ethernet port for network connection
  • front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives, hard disk drives, and portable music players
  • RS-232C input, 1 remote input/output (IR) and 2 12 volt-trigger outputs for use with external controllers
General Features:
  • 4K video pass-through and upscaling
  • free Yamaha A/V Controller app lets you use your Apple or Android device as a Wi-Fi® remote
  • full-color on-screen display
  • HDMI standby pass-through allows HDMI switching without powering up preamp
  • AM/FM tuner
  • learning remote control with LED display
  • 17-1/8"W x 7-9/16"H x 19-3/8"D
  • weight: 29.8 lbs

Questions for the seller
hello I am very interested, would you be willing to ship the item..I would gladly pay for shipping
Hello there sorry I didn’t respond I have been out of town. Of course I can ship. It should say that on there, I believe. It can go out as early as today if you would like.

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