Yamaha YAS-209

12 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 reviews of Yamaha YAS-209. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the soundstage and price are on the whole positive. The usability and design are also appreciated. There are some less positive views about the size, and opinions are divided on the bass quality.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Yamaha YAS-209 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Yamaha YAS-209 review

Does Yamaha have another soundbar hit on its hands?

Spacious, weighty sound ; Well-placed ‘surround’ effects ; Clear, projected dialogue

Less room-filling than some ; Rivals are subtler and punchier ; Struggles in stereo

The YAS-209 gets a lot right, but a few sonic flaws keep this soundbar off the top spot

Oct, 2019

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Expert review by : Steve Withers (pocket-lint.com)

Yamaha YAS-209 Soundbar review: Accomplished and affordable

Want a soundbar but don't want to spend big bucks? This Yamaha is an enticing option.

Expansive soundstage ; Well-integrated bass ; Attractive and understated ; Good build quality ; Simple to setup

Lacks MusicCast ; 2.1 config won't deliver true surround envelopment - no surprise at this price

This 'bar and sub combo is does exactly what it was designed to do: upgrade the sound of your TV. Surround sound isn't the aim of the game here, but for sonic superiority over your usual TV output it's a great option.

May, 2020

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.co.uk)

Yamaha YAS-209 review: Great sound for TVs and music meets the convenience of Alexa

The YAS-209 soundbar with Alexa offers excellent sound quality, whether it's playing music or movies.

The Good ; The Yamaha YAS-209 offers excellent sound in a compact size. Amazon Alexa is useful and the mics work well in loud environments. The soundbar's implementation of DTS Virtual:X offers a rich surround effect. The subwoofer is more articulate...

The Bad ; There's no onscreen display and the LEDs on the top are too small to see from your chair.

The Bottom Line The Yamaha YAS-209 smart soundbar delivers excellent sound quality, whether it's playing music or movies, along with the convenience of Alexa.

Dec, 2020

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Expert review by : Holly Pyne (RadioTimes.com)

Yamaha YAS-209 soundbar review

Another solid soundbar offering from Yamaha.

Good-looking soundbar ; Surround sound via DTS Virtual:X ; Speech is crystal clear ; Voice control via Alexa

Subwoofer is big and heavy ; App isn't very user-friendly ; LED lights cannot be seen when sat down

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Jul, 2021

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Expert review by : PARKER HALL (wired.com)

The Best Soundbars for Every Budget

If you're looking for a soundbar and sub combo that doubles as a smart speaker for your living room, there is no better option than the Yamaha YAS-209. It has Amazon Alexa built in, two virtual surround sound modes, Wi-Fi, Spotify Connect, and...

The YAS-209 also sounds better than it has any right to at this price. Audio comes through crisp and clear, with impressive width and depth, and the included subwoofer bolsters explosions, footsteps, and your favorite bassy tunes.

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

How to buy a soundbar in 2021

For many people, soundbars are the best way to get better audio quality from a TV. They're simple to install, without all the speakers and frustrating wires that come with a surround-sound system. While most soundbars don't sound as good as separate...

In a competitive field it's the Yamaha YAS-209 which emerges as the best soundbar with Amazon Alexa onboard. The Yamaha offers excellent sound quality and enough connectivity to suit most users. Read our Yamaha YAS-209 review.

Mar, 2021

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com.au)

Yamaha YAS-209 review: The best-sounding smart soundbar under $400

The YAS-209 soundbar with Alexa offers excellent sound quality, whether it's playing music or movies.

The Yamaha YAS-209 offers excellent sound in a compact size. Amazon Alexa is useful and the mics work well in loud environments. The soundbar's implementation of DTS Virtual:X offers a rich surround effect. The subwoofer is more articulate and offers...

There's no onscreen display and the LEDs on the top are too small to see from your chair.

The Yamaha YAS-209 smart soundbar delivers excellent sound quality, whether it's playing music or movies, along with the convenience of Alexa.

Dec, 2020

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Expert review by : Jake Thauvette (rtings.com)

Yamaha YAS-209 Review

The Yamaha YAS-209 is an entry-level soundbar with a 2.1 setup. Overall, it's a decent soundbar with a well-balanced sound profile. The subwoofer helps create go...

Decent build quality. Very good stereo performance. Well-balanced sound profile.

Poor surround performance.

The Yamaha YAS-209 is a decent soundbar with a well-balanced sound profile. It has a great frequency response, and the subwoofer helps produce good bass. The soundbar won't offer an immersive listening experience because of its lack of surround sound...

Feb, 2020

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Expert review by : Ben Patterson (techhive.com)

Yamaha YAS-209 soundbar with Alexa review: DTS Virtual:X 3D surround effects aren’t worth the harsh sound

While we like the standard surround-sound modes on this budget-priced soundbar, we aren't fans of its harsh-sounding DTS Virtual:X implementation.

Impressive sound using standard virtual surround modes ; Alexa onboard ; Easy setup

DTS Virtual:X surround mode sounds distractingly harsh ; Bass Extender mode is overkill ; Limited Alexa control over native soundbar features

The YAS-209’s biggest sonic draw (along with the cheaper, Alexa-less YAS-207) is its support for DTS Virtual:X, a virtual sound format designed to create immersive surround effects not just on the sides and behind you, but also from above. DTS...