Yamaha CX-A5000 11.2-channel AV Preamplifier

Top rated Yamaha CX-A5000 Processor. I would have rated the unit 10/10, but I am complying with Audiogon's Guidelines and since the unit is just a few days more than a year old, I have rated it 9/10. Overview: Processing: - Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding - Analog-to-HDMI video upconversion (up to 1080p and 4K) - Yamaha's advanced video processing with edge and motion adaptive deinterlacing for sharp images and smooth motion - YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) with speaker angle measurement for automatic speaker calibration and more precise surround sound (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 Digital and Streaming Music Options: - Internet-ready for listening to music from a networked PC, free Internet radio, and music services includes support for Pandora, Rhapsody, SiriusXM, 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) - Apple AirPlay for streaming music from an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch® or computer running iTunes front-panel MHL-ready HDMI input for accessing content from select Android smartphones and tablets front-panel USB input for connecting an iPod®, iPhone, iPad, or thumb drive - DLNA certified for streaming music with compatible devices and computers plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution) - Add Wi-Fi® with an optional Yamaha adapter - Add Bluetooth streaming capability with the Yamaha Bluetooth adapter 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: - Dual 32-bit/192kHz ESS SABRE32 Ultra digital-to-analog converters - Sssignable outputs allow bi-amping for up to 5 compatible speakers - Compressed Music Enhancer improves sound quality of MP3s and upconverts CDs and FLAC files to 24-bit/96kHz resolution - Aluminum front and side panels, rigid interior frame, and reinforced double-bottom chassis minimize distortion even during high-volume output - 3-layer circuit board isolates digital, analog audio, and analog video circuitry to reduce interference for cleaner signals - Detachable power cable Connections: - HDMI 1.4a audio/video switching: 8 in (includes front-panel MHL input), 2 out (zone assignable) - Component video switching: 4 in, 1 out - Composite video switching: 5 in (includes 1 front-panel input), 1 assignable out - S-video switching: 4 in, 1 assignable out - Digital audio inputs: 4 optical (including 1 front-panel input) and 3 coaxial - 1 optical digital audio output - 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-channel balanced XLR preamp outputs - Phono input for use with a turntable - Ethernet port for network connection - Front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives, hard disk drives, and portable music players - Rear-panel USB port for add-on Wi-Fi or Bluetooth adapters - RS-232C input, 2 remote inputs/outputs (IR) and 12 volt-trigger output 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 built-in HD Radio™ tuner - AM/FM tuner - Learning remote control with LED display - Dimensions: 17-1/8"W x 7-9/16"H x 19-3/8"D - Weight: 40 lbs. - Warranty: 3 years