Yamaha RX V661

alaTest has collected and analyzed 83 user reviews of Yamaha RX V661 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

Yamaha has produced an incredibly versatile AV receiver in the RX-V661. With tons of connections (including 1080p compatible HDMI (Version 1.2a) switching), this $500 receiver should be on your list.

The Yamaha RX-V661 is a solid, budget AV receiver with HD switching, but it's a tough sell when models with next-generation HDMI 1.3 features are about to hit the market.

If you are looking for an AV receiver that gives you access to plenty of power, features, and connectivity options, the Yamaha RX-V661 is a great choice. We were impressed with this receiver's value, features and ease of use. It is truly a "bring it...

Used to be even the most basic receiver came with two accessories: a cheap wire dipole FM antenna and a plastic-loop AM job (which most often seemed to degrade reception). You still get the antennae, even if nobody except dental-office denizens listens...

Starting on February 17, 2009 a new digital era begins when our national television, (conceivably switched completely into high definition), will be broadcast in digital only. With the Yamaha RX-V661™ you have almost everything you need for that...

It does what I need. Povide great sound, good price & many feature I can grow into. Yes, the new HDMI 1.3 will be avaialble soon. However, the components must be capable of such output. In addition, with that standard comes more expensive components.

Very nice product

I blew up a 3year old Sony ($1500) 3 weeks ago and bought this for $850 (from Harvey Norman). Could not be happier.