Yamaha RX500ABL 7.2-Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver w/ Dolby Atmos
- 7.2-ch surround sound with 5.1.2-ch flexibility
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive audio
Overview
Step up to enhanced immersion and streaming with this 7.2 channel home theater AV receiver, featuring Dolby Atmos, 4K120/8K HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and support for Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, and more. When sound moves around you and above you, entertainment feels more real. The RX500A delivers a greater sense of space and impact, drawing you into movies, shows, games and music like never before.
With 7.2-channel surround and Dolby Atmos, deeply dimensional, lifelike sound draws you into every moment of your favorite entertainment. With support for ultra-high definition 4K/120 and 8K/60 video, advanced Dolby Vision and HDR10+ dynamic range technologies, and next-gen gaming features like ALLM and VRR, the RX500A delivers extraordinary realism. Stream your favorite music, podcasts and audiobooks via Wi-Fi with Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect or Qobuz Connect. Plus, built-in Bluetooth Multipoint lets you pair two devices and instantly switch between them.
From initial setup to everyday use, the Yamaha RX500A is designed to feel intuitive and stress-free. The result is a system that fits naturally into your home and fades away once the entertainment begins. An included setup microphone measures your room’s acoustics and speaker characteristics, allowing the receiver to automatically optimize sound performance—so premium audio quality can be enjoyed at its best, regardless of room conditions or environment. Experience Dolby Atmos sound designed for flexible home theater setups. This AV receiver supports multiple speaker layouts—from traditional surround sound enhanced with virtual height effects to layouts with either in-ceiling or up-firing height speakers—so you can tailor immersive audio to your space.
Features
- 7.2-ch surround sound with 5.1.2-ch flexibility
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X® immersive audio
- Next-gen video with 4K120/8K60 HDMI (4-in/1-out) and HDMI eARC
- Advanced HDR support, including Dolby Vision® and HDR10+
- Room Correction automatically optimizes sound for your space
- Wi-Fi streaming options—including Spotify Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz Connect—plus Bluetooth® Multipoint.
- Scene buttons for instant access to your favorite listening modes
Specifications
| Channels | 7.2 |
| Decodable Channels | 7.1 |
| Amp Channels | 7 |
| Output Power | 70 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 2-ch driven) / 145 W (6 ohms, 1kHz, 10% THD, 1ch driven) |
| Bi-amp Capable | Yes |
| Surround Sound Decoding Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-Express, DTS, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS:X |
| Surround Sound Post Decoding Formats | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Network Decoding Formats | MP3, MPEG4-AAC, WMA, WAV, FLAC, Apple Lossless, AIFF |
| USB Decoding Formats | MP3, MPEG4-AAC, WMA, WAV |
| HDMI Decoding Formats | PCM (8ch max) |
| Sound Mode | Pure Direct, Straight, Movie, All Channel Stereo, 2 Channel Stereo, Music, Night |
| Zone B | Yes |
| Room Calibration | Room Correction |
| Other Features | Dialogue Level, Subwoofer Trim, Extra Bass, Lip Sync |
| HDMI | 4 Inputs / 1 Output |
| HDMI Features | HDMI 2.1, 8K 60Hz/4K 120Hz, eARC, ARC, VRR / ALLM / QMS, HDCP 2.3, CEC, Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color, x.v. Color, HD audio playback |
| High Dynamic Range Support | HDR (High Dynamic Range), HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma |
| Speaker Output | 7 (binding post terminals) |
| Subwoofer Pre-outs | 2 |
| Streaming | Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, TIDAL Connect, Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Net Radio, Podcasts |
| Wi-Fi / Ethernet Port | Yes / Yes |
| Power Consumption | 260 W |
| Standby Power Consumption | ≤0.3 W |
| Auto Power Standby | Yes |
| Dimensions (Unit) | 434 W x 157 H x 319 D mm; 17-1/8" W x 6-1/8" H x 12-1/2" D |
| Weight (Unit) | 8.0 kg; 17.6 lbs. |
| App | Audio Connect |
| Included Accessories | Remote Control, Batteries, FM Antenna, Setup Mic, Microphone Stand, Quick Guide, Safety Guide |