Reddit mentions of Yamaha RX-V379BL 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth

I'm a fan of a Yamaha with Pioneer Andrew Jones speakers, great value all around, this is what I recommend to people who are starting out:

• https://smile.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM
  
• https://smile.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK52FS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00IK8I9K2
  
  Depending on other recommendations you might want to get a 5.0 set and go with another sub. Stay safe out there!
  
  EDIT: For the DJ bits you could go with a 1/4" to RCA so people could just plug their phones in, using bluetooth for that would probably suck. Maybe a chromecast audio if you want people to just be able to cast to it to have a jukebox like effect.
  
  EDIT 2: The Pioneers also come in all bookshelf too, which might make more sense to save space: https://smile.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK52FS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00LBI88IQ?th=1

Purchase List:

Optoma HD27 1080p 3D DLP Home Theater Projector - amazing image quality and extremely bright - can almost watch the screen with all the lights on: https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-HD27-1080p-Theater-Projector/dp/B01JR7G672

Homegear 100” HD Motorized 16:9 Projector Screen W/ Remote Control - works very well, packaged and arrived in great condition: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J22TNRI

Yamaha RX-V379BL 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V5VJ3TM

2 ELAC B6 Debut Series 6.5" L & R Speakers by Andrew Jones: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014GSEQ06

1 ELAC C5 Debut Series 5.25" Center Speaker by Andrew Jones: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014GSEQWE

AmazonBasics High-Speed HDMI Cable: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014I8TC4E

Monoprice Affinity Premium 14AWG Braided Speaker Wire: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015YN6G9G

VideoSecu 2 Heavy duty PA DJ Club Adjustable Height Satellite Speaker Stand Mount: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VRREPG

Projector Mount - VideoSecu LCD/DLP Projector Ceiling Mount Bracket: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IDC0K2

2x LED Lighting for Bar/Couch: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V27VX7E

Check the resistance and wattage of the old speakers. If compatible with a regular receiver clip the ends off and wire them up. I hazard to guess she's not too picky, get her a cheap Yamaha.

Yamaha RX-V379BL 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_UBggzbYSTQJPZ

The SS-B3000 are a good foundation for an entry level system. They would make a great 2.1 but where they will let you down is the accompanying center and surround speakers. I never really cared for the sound of this center but it's the voice matched one to the SS-B series so you're stuck with it or a SS-B1000. That being said you might not mind the sound of that center in which case you'd be in good shape for a 5.0 setup for $120.

For an AVR I would look at a basic 5.1 like these:

• Yamaha RX-V379BL $280 new/$220 refurb
  
  
• Denon AVRS510BT $280new/$220 refurb

I meant the ones used in home theater systems (I don't know much about them, my dad showed me how to do it on his system)

Example:
https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM

Instead of throwing out part numbers I'll throw out some advice on what you can do to get the most out of what you're looking at.

For now I'd start with good pair of speakers and an amplifier that can handle what you want to do long-term (5.1, 7.1, inputs, etc.). Put everything you can into these for now, then expand in the long-term. Reason being, for $400-500 you can a fairly solid 2.0 system together, but for that range with surround sound you'll be looking at home-theater-in-a-box junk that you'll outgrow pretty quickly if you're really interested in sound quality.

A receiver/Amp that I see mentioned a lot that I've personally used is this Yamaha. It's a fairly simple 5.1 setup, but will likely suffice for your future expansion.

As for speakers.. what is the room size like that you're using? Do you want small bookshelf speakers? Big towers? Used or new? Anything you've seen/heard that caught your attention?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V5VJ3TM/

Ok cool. No need for me to drag this out too much more but here in Denver we have amazing deals such as this one:

https://denver.craigslist.org/ele/6107718293.html

Anyways - what I'd do is this - grab a Yamaha RX-V379bl or similar for around $230.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1494299813&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=yamaha+2.2+4k&dpPl=1&dpID=31pVrlfIHSL&ref=plSrch

Then I'd grab something like these tannoy towers for $280.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01AT33J6O/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1494300026&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=tannoy+speaker&dpPl=1&dpID=41s1xNU9wbL&ref=plSrch

This center for $200

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LYSQXK4/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1494300530&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=tannoy+eclipse&dpPl=1&dpID=41ulOt6tZhL&ref=plSrch

And a few of these for the rears.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MF7Z6WZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1494300662&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=tannoy+eclipse&dpPl=1&dpID=414LYZKE-6L&ref=plSrch

For a budget subwoofer you are hard pressed to beat the Parts Express lineup such as this one.

https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-sub-1000-10-100-watt-powered-subwoofer--300-628

This is just a sample as there are a ton of options out there --- good luck!!

>thanks for your answer and yes money is a lil tight.
that being said you mentioned that the HTIB speakers are trash and won't work but you didn't mention if the other two big speakers from the LBT-ZX66i would work...would they?? i am willing to upgrade everything (over some 5 months time) but do you think i could start with just a receiver and the 2 big speakers? if so, what would you recommend?

Not the one who gave you that answer but I did some checking on that system and the speakers are 6 ohm and use bare speaker wire so yes you could use them until something better comes along. if your budget for a receiver is in that $268 range here's a Denon S510 5.1 receiver from an authorized online seller for $259 with free shipping. No Dolby Atmos, Wi-Fi , Bluetooth or ARC but it has Audyssey room correction and is a good entry level receiver.

You could also go factory refurbished through AC4less and get a bit more featured receiver for the money and have a 1 year factory warranty instead of the new S series 2 year. Again I'd recommend the Denon, Marantz or Yamaha receivers for their room correction software.

Denon AVR S510BT 5 2 AV Receiver HDCP 2 2 Full 4K Ultra HD Bluetooth AVRS510BT 883795003674 | eBay
http://m.ebay.com/itm/DENON-AVR-S510BT-5-2-AV-Receiver-HDCP-2-2-FULL-4k-Ultra-HD-Bluetooth-AVRS510BT-/281739265239?nav=SEARCH

EDIT: and a comparable Yamaha receiver.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467359090&sr=8-1&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=yamaha+rx-v379







>sorry for so many questions.

Nothing to be sorry about. Questions to me mean a willingness to learn and that's always a good thing.

Sony Muteki LBT-ZX66i Specs - CNET
http://www.cnet.com/products/sony-muteki-lbt-zx66i/specs/

If you're in the US (or Canada), Monoprice has a surprisingly cheap set of speakers that you can connect to a low end receiver. You could save even more money by buying a used receiver.

These speakers are so inexpensive and yet highly-rated, I bought a set to use with an old Yamaha RX-V595a receiver from the 1990s that has such low distortion and good audio that I couldn't bear to discard it.

Attach these components to the TV of your choice and you'll have a surprisingly good system for a small space. It may even be quite livable in a much larger one.

For a new, entry level, multi-channel receiver, the Yamaha RX-V381 for $238 that can be found on clearance at BB is going to be hard to beat. Almost the same receiver (minus a couple of minor differences), an RX-V379, can be found on Amazon for $230.

If you're willing to do a factory refurb (which I would highly recommend) that comes with a 1 year warranty, you can pick up the RX-V381 for $178 or step up to the RX-V481 for $249 from Accessories4Less, an authorized reseller. While you couldn't use your Amazon or BB gift cards through them, the savings you can get on a refurb'ed unit might be worth hanging onto them for other use.

New, this is a unit with 4 HDMI inputs, 4k throughput (for future), and is $229. There's not too much better unless you go used - in which case people seem to take decent care of receivers if you do go used.


I'm just posting this rather than PMing for others who haven't considered a receiver. Especially with the ambience that Swith's "Botw" is promising, a surround sound setup might really enhance your gameplay! I hooked my dad's Vietnam-era stereo receiver up to my SNES as a kid, and I've been a receiver junkie ever since! :)


Edit forgot the link!

Budget:

About $500 total, could go up to $600 for a receiver and a pair of speakers. Will add sub woofer and anything else wished for later. Located in US.

Looking for:

Receiver and 2 floor standing speakers as a budget starter kit for music listening and movies.

Usage space:

In a 20 x 25 room, speakers near one wall (will have clearance behind them) on either side of 54" TV.

Owned now:

I currently have nothing. A nice big TV (and a few input devices such as PS4 and Apple TV) but that's it. Small Logitechs in the kitchen for iPod music playing. I want to bring it all together in a nicer package in the living room for music to start.

Source:

iPhones, PC, PS4, Apple TV. I can play music, etc.. wireless through the Apple TV, so wireless would not be a sticking point in receiver options.

Source material type:

A wide range. From Mozart to Metallica, and from gaming to movies.

Buy used?

I generally wouldn't, but I am open to all arguments otherwise.

To give you an idea, this is what I had in my Amazon cart before I stopped myself and came here:

Receiver
Yamaha RX-V379BL

Speakers
BIC America Venturi DV64

Help! I like to help in the PC building department, but audio is dark magic to me. Thank you so much for any assistance!

Good call, I was actually unaware of these and for the price that is not bad, especially since you've tried it.

I'm MR. Overkill, I would have suggested this or maybe this.

If you want something on the cheap, your best bet is to pick up a refurbished AV receiver so you don't have to hack together a solution that you'll never be happy with. I'd probably grab one of these and build from there.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=dp_olp_refurbished?ie=UTF8&condition=refurbished

Can I connect this subwoofer (with speakers that use banana plugs)
https://gfycat.com/gifs/detail/blankcircularakitainu

Into this
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500106835&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=av+receiver+yamaha

????

I'm also open to other suggestions, I need to be able to connect via HDMI, banana plugs for speakers, and either speaker wire or aux for the sub, if there are any special cables pls link

Hi Zeos,

Setting up my first 5.1 system in my family room. I am on a limited budget. I wonder if you have a preference over the Yamaha RX-V379BL or the Denon AVR-S510BT receivers? Also I noticed this Polk sub-woofer wasn't listed, is it something to stay clear of? Right now I can get all of that for $420, does that seem like a good budget setup?

Hey all,

I am looking to set up an AVR system and I am in need of a set of speakers to go with it. I haven't decided if I want a 2.1 system or a 5.1 system yet.

This will be the AVR system that I will be getting: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

I listen to a lot of electronic music and alternative music, and then I would also use the system for movies and my PS4. I would prefer if the system be tailored for the music over the movies/gaming. I would like to spend no more than $500 on the speakers overall, but preferably around $300 would be great too.

The speakers would be centered about my TV, with my desk close by (back corner of the room).

I would love some advice as to what kind of speakers to get to create a good system for around this budget. Thank you in advance!

I've had no problems with yamaha. I got a REFURBISHED 375 model on amazon 2.5 years ago for $130 still going strong. Crazy price.

Looks like the 379 with bt is $230 brand new right now.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1495508380&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Yamaha+receiver&dpPl=1&dpID=31pVrlfIHSL&ref=plSrch


Denon and yamaha have plenty of good options in the $200 range. Also check out accessories4less.com if you want to look at more refurbs.

My dad wants to set up the following pieces:

• Amp: Yamaha RX-V379BL 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth
  
• Speakers: Dayton Audio B652-AIR 6-1/2" Bookshelf Speaker Pair with AMT Tweeter
  
• Subwoofer: Polk Audio PSW10 10-Inch
  
  Neither of us knows this stuff really well...Will these work well together? We're upgrading from a Panasonic SA-AK33 stereo, which he'll keep and try to plug it to the rest to be able to play CDs and tapes.

My point was to not spend money twice and buy it right the first time. This receiver will suit your needs for $220. Buy it now or wait until you have the money to do so.
https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1481907634&sr=8-2&keywords=v379

This model number is a 130 watt receiver everywhere else. Here is one one Amazon that is advertised correctly.

http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451004200&sr=8-1&keywords=yamaha+rx-v379bl

Scroll down to see Product Specifications

This means it's 130 Watt per channel, not 650 watts per channel. What they did was add the watts per channel together to make it sound more impressive than it is for sales purposes to people who don't know any better. Other companies like Sony do this kind of thing by advertising higher wattage ratings into 6 ohm speakers, which is true, but most speakers on the market are 8 ohms, so the real wattage rating would be less if 8 ohm speakers are used.

I'd try for something like this:

• Bookshelf speakers - Wharfedale Diamond 220
  
• Stands - Sanus NF24
  
• Subwoofer - BIC F12
  
• AVR - Yamaha RX-V379

You need something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/

It has surround sound output and can decode HDMI audio input. That way you can play true surround sound as the movie intended.

So I want to have a 5.1 set up in my room and was thinking this receiver fit my needs well.

Yamaha RX-V379BL 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_S-1LybKBEMM47

I want to get the JBL LSR 305 for my front speakers, and use two old Yamaha bookshelves that I'm currently using for my rear speakers, is this possible? I know the LSR 305s are powered speakers so I'm not sure how they'd work with a receiver.

The sub is a Polk Audio PSW10 and the AVR is a Yamaha RX-V379BL.

I tried to connect them via a single RCA cable and I even did a single to a Y-splitting cable to see if it helped, but nothing. Any settings I try on the receiver and the sub don't seem to work at all. There's no output. Nothing.

Gave these a try at my Best Buy. They sound pretty amazing given the size.

Is the Sony receiver I'm looking at good or should I reconsider that as well? Also thinking about the Yamaha-RX-V379 or the Denon-AVR-S510 as other options.

Well, if you were looking for two channel I would do something like either this Yamaha or this onkyo. For speakers that would leave you 150 ea, for something like these wharfdale diamond speakers, which are a part of a larger series so you could expand them in the future to use these for surrounds and get a larger set like the Wharfdale 230's

If you want a surround sound system, you could always just pick a receiver like this Yamaha RX-V379BL or Denon AVR-S510BT

Best bang for your buck will be an integrated amp. Something like the budget stereo amp Onkyo A-9010 http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-A-9010-Integrated-Stereo-Amplifier/dp/B00SY20TE8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463557044&sr=8-1&keywords=onkyo+9010 If you want to include the surround speakers you will be compromising on the quality of your stereo system but something like this would work: http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463556947&sr=8-1&keywords=RX-V379

Seeing as you play a lot of music from your computer it might be worth looking into getting a DAC although the onkyo amp mentioned above already comes with a built it DAC it only has optical or coaxial inputs. http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-UCA202-Audio-Interface/dp/B000KW2YEI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463557388&sr=8-1&keywords=uca202

edit: I didn't check your speakers, it is possible they need more power to run than the above mentioned amps.

Thoughts on this sub? Click Here

And this AV Click Here

Vs this Yamaha AVClick Here

Aventage is sold out how does this compare?

Yamaha RX-V379BL 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4-TuxbG20E7KB

Great question! So many options.

Used:
I think I would see if I could score an SL-1200, a pair of Yamaha NS-1000s or Pioneer HPM-100s, and spend whatever's left on the best receiver I could find.

New:
TT--Pro-Ject Debut Carbon DC Esprit. Or, perhaps better yet (if you're willing to go over budget), a base Debut Carbon DC and upgrade the needle to 2M Blue--no cartridge swap required!

Speakers--SVS Prime Towers from the SVS outlet. These consistently appear on "best speakers under $x" lists and they sound phenomenal for the price. They can be used without a subwoofer, and the trial period + warranty that SVS offers makes it risk-free to audition them in the room where you'll actually be using them.

Receiver--Assuming you've gone the Esprit route, you'd have $50 to play with on a $1,500 budget, which means you're still going to have to go used on the amp. I'd hit up as many Goodwills as often as possible in search of a good receiver. I've found several really solid units for $20-80 at Goodwill and other thrift shops. If you get the base Debut Carbon DC but decide to upgrade to Blue down the road, for about $200 I like the Yamaha RX-V line. Affordable, decent power, sounds nice, digital friendly, and would allow you to expand your setup to home theater at some point if you wish. Of course, that will necessitate the use of a phono pre-amp, but the ART DJpre II can be had for under $50 and it's great.

Is my receiver holding my system back? The sound doesn't sound as good as expected. Can anyone smart recommend a better one (> $1000) that will use my speakers to the fullest.

Receiver: Yamaha RXV-379 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth https://www.amazon.ca/Yamaha-RXV-379-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM

Speakers
Klipsch Synergy F-30 Premium Dual 8" Floor-standing Speaker Single
https://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA8X036X6383&ignorebbr=1

Rears
R-14S SURROUND SPEAKERS
http://www.klipsch.ca/products/reference-surround-sound-speakers?model=r-14s

Centre
Klipsch Synergy C-20 Premium Dual 5.25" Center-channel Speaker Single
https://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA8X036X6839&ignorebbr=1

Subwoofer
Klipsch Reference R-8SW Subwoofer
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16886200085R&ignorebbr=1

Thanks for the help I am going to read the buy receiver guide and I've always been to poor to afford a good surround sound system. This is the amp I was looking at https://www.amazon.ca/Yamaha-RXV-379-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1478293525&sr=1-2&keywords=yamaha+amplifier these are two of the 5 speakers I was going to hook up to it https://www.amazon.ca/Fluance-AVBP2-Surround-Satellite-Speakers/dp/B00067OLOS/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1483816803&sr=1-8&keywords=fluance