Yamaha adds new RX-V-series receivers with AirPlay, more

10updated 04:40 pm EDT, Wed May 2, 2012 Two top new RX-V receivers get AirPlay, 4K, 3D support, more

Yamaha has added a number of new RX-series home theater receivers to its lineup, with the two at the top getting some noteworthy features. The RX-V773WA and RV-V673 both get 7.2-channel support and Apple's AirPlay standard for wireless music streaming from iOS devices. Full control over the receivers is also possible through dedicated apps for the devices.A front USB port will charge plugged-in iOS devices as well, and the two otherwise share DLNA compatibility, a Wi-Fi radio and 4K resolution and 3D pass-through.

The RX-V773WA costs $850, while the RX-V673 is priced at $650. For the price difference, the costlier model get 95W per channel rather than 90W and a dedicated large input knob in addition to a number of other, more detailed changes.

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