{"product_id":"yamaha-rx500a-7-2-channel-8k-home-theater-av-receiver","title":"Yamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     Yamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “Yamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-section h2{margin-top:0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:0.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003e7.2-channel immersive surround sound receiver • Dolby Atmos® \u0026amp; DTS:X® with 5.2.2-ch flexibility • 8K\/60Hz \u0026amp; 4K\/120Hz HDMI 2.1 passthrough • dual active subwoofer pre-outs • Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Google Cast \u0026amp; Bluetooth® Multipoint\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers three-dimensional cinematic immersion and cutting-edge visual processing designed to anchor modern multi-channel entertainment spaces. Engineered with seven discrete amplifier channels, this high-performance receiver allows flexible system layouts ranging from standard 7.2-channel surround sound to 5.2.2-channel overhead setups powered by native Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® spatial decoding. Designed for high-frame-rate visual clarity, the \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e features high-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 connectivity supporting uncompressed 8K\/60Hz and 4K\/120Hz video passthrough, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, and advanced gaming technologies including VRR, ALLM, and QMS. Integrated automatic room correction analyzes listening area acoustic reflections via the included calibration microphone, optimizing channel levels and speaker equalization curves to ensure balanced tonal clarity. Alongside cinema-grade processing, the \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e provides comprehensive wireless streaming via dual-band Wi-Fi, Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Bluetooth® 5.3 Multipoint. Equipped with an Anti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T.) Wedge fifth foot to dissipate mechanical chassis vibrations, the \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e guarantees pristine signal purity and dynamic home theater playback.\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features-and-tech\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Innovations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDolby Atmos® \u0026amp; DTS:X® Immersive Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e decodes object-based surround soundtracks with flexible 5.2.2 overhead ceiling, up-firing, or virtual height speaker configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced 8K\/60Hz \u0026amp; 4K\/120Hz HDMI 2.1 Switching\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4-in\/1-out HDMI matrix supports high-bitrate video signals, eARC audio return, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, Hybrid Log-Gamma, and HDCP 2.3 copy protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Next-Gen Gaming Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — features Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Quick Media Switching (QMS) for ultra-responsive, tear-free console and PC gaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Acoustic Room Correction\u003c\/strong\u003e — included setup microphone analyzes room acoustics and speaker placement parameters, applying targeted parametric filters for optimal soundstaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Multi-Protocol Wireless Streaming\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in dual-band Wi-Fi and Ethernet support Spotify Connect, Google Cast, Apple AirPlay 2, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Bluetooth® 5.3 with Multipoint dual-device pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T.) Wedge\u003c\/strong\u003e — center-mounted fifth damping foot works alongside outer isolators to mechanically ground power transformer and heat sink vibrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Yamaha RX500A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat speaker configurations are supported by the RX500A?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e can be configured as a 7.2-channel surround system with surround back speakers, a 5.2.2-channel Dolby Atmos \/ DTS:X system with height channels, a 5.2-channel bi-amp front setup, or a 5.2-channel system with Zone B stereo audio in a secondary room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this receiver support wireless music casting from mobile devices?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it supports wireless streaming through Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Bluetooth 5.3 Multipoint for easy switching between multiple phones or tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I connect two active subwoofers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the receiver includes dual independent subwoofer pre-outs, allowing you to connect two powered subwoofers to even out acoustic room modes and achieve balanced bass response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does HDMI eARC work with smart TVs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HDMI output features enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC), transferring uncompressed multichannel audio—including Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio—from smart TV streaming apps directly across a single HDMI cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorized Yamaha Home Audio dealer providing 100% factory-authentic components backed by full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome theater system designers available to guide speaker matching, sub-bass crossover configuration, and HDMI routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated post-purchase customer support for acoustic calibration and network streaming configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, secure, and fully insured shipping in heavy-duty factory packaging on every order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"related\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed 48Gbps Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha powered subwoofers and active sub-bass systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.1.2 or 7.2 architectural and bookshelf loudspeaker packages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudiophile-grade surge protection and power conditioning units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRX500A Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2-Channel 8K Ultra HD Home Theater AV Receiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmplifier Channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Powered Channels \/ 2 Subwoofer Pre-Outs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Output Power (8 Ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 0.09% THD)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 Watts per channel (2 Channels Driven)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Output Power (6 Ohms, 1kHz, 10% THD)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145 Watts per channel (1 Channel Driven)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImmersive Audio Formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurround Sound Formats\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, Multichannel PCM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHDMI Inputs \/ Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x HDMI 2.1 Inputs \/ 1x HDMI 2.1 Output (with eARC\/ARC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVideo Passthrough\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8K\/60Hz, 4K\/120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), HDCP 2.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGaming Features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Quick Media Switching (QMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAudio Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x Optical Digital, 1x Coaxial Digital, 2x Analog Stereo RCA, 1x Front USB-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreamplifier Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x Mono RCA Subwoofer Pre-Outs, 1x 1\/4\" Headphone Jack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAcoustic Calibration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic Room Correction with Included Setup Microphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Streaming\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi (Dual-Band), Ethernet, Bluetooth® 5.3 (Multipoint), Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMulti-Zone Capability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone B (Stereo Line\/Speaker Mirroring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T.) Wedge Fifth Damping Foot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.13\" x 6.19\" x 12.56\" (434 mm x 157 mm x 319 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.6 lbs (8.0 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha RX500A 7.2-Channel AV Receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcoustic setup calibration microphone \u0026amp; cardboard stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-function wireless remote control (with batteries)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor FM antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-start setup guide \u0026amp; safety documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- No purchase\/CTA section --\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"Yamaha\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"AV Receivers, Home Theater, Audio \u0026amp; Video, Surround Sound, Dolby Atmos\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68013537460590,"sku":"YAMRX500ABL","price":599.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/yamaha-rx500a-7-2-channel-8k-home-theater-av-receiver.webp?v=1793891723","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/yamaha-rx500a-7-2-channel-8k-home-theater-av-receiver","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}