MusicCast RX-V581

It’s a powerful performance, but there’s a mature way in which the Yamaha handles all that brawn.

That bass could easily overpower all other frequencies, but it doesn’t.

It underpins the detail, resulting in a satisfyingly solid sound.

Colours / Finishes

Impressive looking and sounding, this 7.2-channel AV Receiver supports the latest Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ formats, as well as MusicCast and HDMI.

Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ support
MusicCast for audio enjoyment in every room
7-channel powerful surround sound
--- 80 W per channel (6 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.09 % THD, 2 ch driven)
--- 115 W per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9 % THD, 1 ch driven)
--- 145 W per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1ch driven)
Wi-Fi Built-in and Wireless Direct Compatible for Easy Network
Bluetooth® for wireless music streaming and Compressed Music Enhancer for Bluetooth
AirPlay®, Spotify®*, Pandora®*, JUKE* music streaming service and AV Controller app
*Music service availability varies by region.
DSD 2.8MHz / 5.6MHz, FLAC/WAV / AIFF 192kHz / 24bit, Apple Lossless 96kHz / 24-bit playback
Gapless playback compatibility allows play without interruption
HDMI (4 in / 1 out) 4K Ultra HD Full Support with 4K60p (4:4:4), HDCP2.2 (4 in / 1 out), HDR Video and BT.2020 pass-through
Front panel USB Digital Connection for USB thumbdrives
YPAO™ sound optimisation for automatic speaker setup
Virtual Surround Back Speaker for playing 7.1-channel content with a 5.1-channel system
Dialogue Lift ensures that dialogue comes from the centre of the screen
Dialogue Level Adjustment for proper sound balance with dialogue and vocals
Assignable amplifiers for bi-amp connection and Speaker Zone B Function
Multi-language colour OSD capable of displaying cover art
ECO mode operation for about 20% less power consumption