HTR-5760 vs. RX-v650 (1 Viewer)

[Will-Layfield]

I have read that these recievers are very similar but i would really like to know what sets them apart? I am going to get one of these tonight and the only thing i have found to be different so far is a true zone 2 ability on the rx while the HTR has real YPAO where the Rx does not. I have sent yamaha an email but they have yet to reply. Any info would be great!

-Will Layfield

 

[EmanuelG]

The htr-5790 is more similar if im not mistaken. The htr-5760 does NOt have paraemic(sp) processing( the p in ypao), but the htr-5790 does, do a search you'll find more info.

 

[Wayne Ernst]

Will,

You are essentially correct in the differences between the HTR-5760 and the RX-V650.

Emanuel,

The RX-V650 is more like the HTR-5760 than the HTR-5790.

 

[Will-Layfield]

so if i just buy a tool to set up the speakers manually then i really dont need ypao anyway correct?

 

[Wayne Ernst]

Will,

No. Both the HTR-5760 and RX-V650 have YPAO, but it is a bit misleading on the part of Yamaha. With both of the receivers, a microphone will be included so you can use YPAO to set the speaker levels.

What is missing from the HTR-5760 and RX-V650 under YPAO is the parametric EQ. The equalizer can assist in making the sound better - depending on the speakers and environment the gear is used in.

I have the HTR-5760 and think it's a fine receiver. More than likely, you'll not miss the parametric EQ.

 

[Kevin Alexander]

I tried the Parametric EQ, and while it's impressive in what it does, I noticed no discernable difference for my room conditions. So I returned the 5790, and got the 5760.

 

[Chuck_W]

Kevin...how does the sound compare (for movies and music) between the 5760 and 5790? Did you play with the THX processing at all?

 

[Kevin Alexander]

Chuck, I noticed very little difference between the 2 receivers at low to moderate listening levels. But when you start to really crank it loud, the 5790 holds together a little better. I got those results using those 2 receivers internal amps, but when using both as a pre/pro powered by my Adcom amp, there was absolutely, positivly no difference in sound at all. As far as THX Equaliztion goes, I can see the usefulness in it on some occasions, but personally, I never ever use it.