Before passing a yea or nay vote on either the Yamaha RX-V473 or RX-V573, let's address a few big issues that might put either of these receivers out of the running for you. If you're looking for all the latest streaming audio features like Pandora and ...
Published: 2012-11-26, Author: Matthew , review by: cnet.com
The Yamaha RX-V473 has built-in networking functionality, including AirPlay and Internet radio. Its sound quality is solid with both music and movies, and it can be controlled with a smartphone app that's available for iOS and Android
Nearly every competing receiver offers more HDMI inputs at this price level. The included remote is difficult to use, and the UI looks painfully dated
The Yamaha RX-V473 is a serviceable 5.1 AV receiver, but given that it has only four HDMI inputs, competing models offer a better value.
Powerful amplifiers. Robust selection of DSP modes. Supports AirPlay and iPod integration. Wi-Fi-based iPhone and iPad app looks great and is easy to use.
Dated menu graphics. Networking via wired Ethernet only. Amplifier sound slightly trails the competition. No native Pandora or SiriusXM support
The Yamaha RX-V473 holds up the company's tradition of solid-performing home theater receivers, but its iPod and AirPlay connectivity still needs work....
Published: 2012-11-27, Author: Matthew , review by: cnet.com.au
The Yamaha RX-V473 has built-in networking functionality, including AirPlay and Internet radio. Its sound quality is solid with both music and movies, and it can be controlled with a smartphone app that's available for iOS and Android
Nearly every competing receiver offers more HDMI inputs at this price level. The included remote is difficult to use, and the UI looks painfully dated
The Yamaha RX-V473 is a serviceable 5.1 AV receiver, but given that it has only four HDMI inputs, competing models offer a better value....
Detailed sound with decent grunt, AirPlay and internet radio, Sleek black design
Basic looking menu system, Couldn't stream from Windows Media Player, Cluttered remote
The jury's still out on the RX-V473 until we hear how it compares with the Onkyo TX-NR515 (review coming soon) and this year's midrange Denons. But on its own merits the RX-V473 delivers a smooth, exciting and articulate performance that didn't blow us aw...
Abstract: Wenn Sie sich jetzt ein Heimkino einrichten wollen oder Ihre in die Jahre gekommene AV-Anlage auf den neuesten Stand bringen möchten, könnten die nachfolgend getesteten, brandneuen AV-Receiver von Pioneer und Yamaha ein guter und günstiger Grundstein sein...
Mit dem RX-V473 gelingt der Heimkino-Einstieg perfekt. Der Receiver bietet tollen Klang, topmoderne Ausstattung und ist auch für die 4k- Zukunft bestens vorbereitet...
Abstract: Der Yamaha RX-V473 ist in Silber und Schwarz für 399 EUR UVP erhältlich. Es handelt sich um einen 5-Kanal Receiver mit 115 Watt/Kanal an 6 Ohm. Der diskrete Verstärker-Aufbau, Burr Brown 192kHz/24-bit D/A-Wandler und eine Low Jitter PLL-Schaltung sorge...
