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Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver

BH #YARXV385BL • MFR #RX-V385BL
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Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver
Key Features
  • Up to 70W Per Channel at 8 Ohms
  • YPAO Sound Calibration
  • UHD Upscaling / HDR UHD Pass-Through
  • HDMI with Audio Return Channel Support
Enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound with your favorite speaker system and the Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver. It has Bluetooth built-in for wireless connection to your compatible smart devices, headphones, or speakers. The receiver outputs up to 70W per channel at 8 Ohms and features YPAO sound calibration to tailor the sound to your environment. In addition to Bluetooth, the RX-V385 has four HDMI inputs and one output, all of which support UHD and ARC. It upscales non-UHD HDMI-connected sources to near-4K for an enhanced viewing experience.
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Yamaha RX-V385 Overview

Enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound with your favorite speaker system and the Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver. It has Bluetooth built-in for wireless connection to your compatible smart devices, headphones, or speakers. The receiver outputs up to 70W per channel at 8 Ohms and features YPAO sound calibration to tailor the sound to your environment. In addition to Bluetooth, the RX-V385 has four HDMI inputs and one output, all of which support UHD and ARC. It upscales non-UHD HDMI-connected sources to near-4K for an enhanced viewing experience.

CINEMA DSP
With CINEMA DSP, you can experience a sound field that allows you to transform the dynamics of the listening environment with the acoustics of famous venues from all around the world.
YPAO Automatic Room Calibration
Every room is different. YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) is designed to analyze the room acoustics and adjust various audio parameters for optimum sound in just a few minutes Simply place the included microphone where you'll be sitting and run the YPAO calibration.
YPAO Volume
YPAO Volume is engineered to adjust high- and low-frequency levels as the volume changes to help keep the sound natural.
Digital-to-Analog Conversion
The RX-V385 features Burr-Brown PCM5102A 384 kHz / 32-bit DACs with independent power supplies to help it reproduce all the audio in high-resolution sound sources without noise.
Bluetooth Connectivity for Wireless Music Streaming
The RX-V385 is equipped with Bluetooth functionality, allowing you to stream music from your Blu-ray disc, CD, or other source through the receiver to your Bluetooth headphones or speakers. You can pair your devices to the receiver with the included remote control. The receiver also allows you to connect your Bluetooth audio sources for wireless playback.
Additional Features
  • Bi-amp-capable via surround speaker outputs
  • Compressed Music Enhancer for Bluetooth
  • SILENT CINEMA helps you enjoy virtual surround sound with your headphones
  • Flexible audio/video input assignment
  • 0 to 500 ms audio delay for adjusting lip sync
  • UHD upscaling via HDMI
  • HDMI 2.1 with eARC compatibility, via future firmware update
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, and BT.2020 support
UPC: 027108956268

Yamaha RX-V385 Specs

Key Specs
Channels
5.1
Power Output per Channel
2-Channel Driven:
70 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.09% THD
1-Channel Driven:
100 W at 8 Ohms / 1 kHz / 0.9% THD
145 W at 6 Ohms / 1 kHz / 10% THD
DTS Compatibility
DTS-HD Master Audio
Dolby Compatibility
Dolby TrueHD
Upscaling
4K UHD
Rear A/V Inputs
4x HDMI
1x Optical TOSLINK
2x Digital Coaxial
3x RCA Composite
2x Stereo RCA
Front I/O
1x 1/4" / 6.35 mm Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Aux Input
1x USB-A
Bluetooth
2.1 + EDR
Tuner Type
AM, FM
Amplifier
Channels
5.1
Power Output per Channel
2-Channel Driven:
70 W at 8 Ohms / 20 Hz to 20 kHz / 0.09% THD
1-Channel Driven:
100 W at 8 Ohms / 1 kHz / 0.9% THD
145 W at 6 Ohms / 1 kHz / 10% THD
Dynamic Power per Channel
110 W at 8 Ohms
130 W at 6 Ohms
160 W at 4 Ohms
180 W at 2 Ohms
Audio Processing
DTS Compatibility
DTS-HD Master Audio
Dolby Compatibility
Dolby TrueHD
Auro 3D Support
No
Video
Upscaling
4K UHD
Connectivity
Rear A/V Inputs
4x HDMI
1x Optical TOSLINK
2x Digital Coaxial
3x RCA Composite
2x Stereo RCA
Rear A/V Outputs
1x HDMI
1x RCA Composite
1x RCA Subwoofer Pre-Out
Front I/O
1x 1/4" / 6.35 mm Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Aux Input
1x USB-A
Other Rear I/O
1x AM Coaxial F-Type Input
1x FM Coaxial F-Type Input
Speaker I/O
5x Binding Post Pairs (Front, Center, Rear Surround)
HDCP Support
Yes, Version 2.2
HDMI CEC
Yes
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth
2.1 + EDR
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP
Supported Audio Codecs
SBC
Tuner Section
Tuner Type
AM, FM
Number of Tuner Presets
40 Stations
Power
Power Consumption
Standby: 0.3 W
CEC Standby: 0.9 W
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17.1 x 6.0 x 12.4" / 43.5 x 15.2 x 31.4 cm
Weight
17 lb / 7.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
20 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
20.5 x 16 x 9"

Yamaha RX-V385 Reviews

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The RX-V485 has "HDMI with Audio Return Channel." ...

The RX-V485 has "HDMI with Audio Return Channel." The RX-V385 (this product) has "HDMI with Audio Return Channel Support". What is the difference?
Asked by: Aaron
Same thing written slightly differently.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2020-05-11

will it connect with bluetooth Connect with ...

will it connect with bluetooth Connect with bluetooth headset?
Asked by: Michael
Yes, this can connect to Bluetooth headphones or speakers.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2020-09-09

Is the toslink/digital port for input or output?, ...

Is the toslink/digital port for input or output?, if its output, can it be used with bluray/home theater Samsung HTB-F4500WWB?
Asked by: Juan
The TOSLINK digital audio port is an input only.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2021-04-05

Will it connect with my iPod via Bluetooth?

Will it connect with my iPod via Bluetooth?
Asked by: Michael
I have not tried connecting my iPod but it picked up my iPad. Hope that helps.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-11-23

Will this work with Amazon Echo?

Will this work with Amazon Echo?
Asked by: Richard
This AV receiver has no ALEXA skills built-in to communicate with an Amazon ECHO device.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2019-02-27

Can an HDMI cable be run FROM the HDMI ARC port ...

Can an HDMI cable be run FROM the HDMI ARC port on my tv INTO the HDMI ARC out on the receiver? (It is not possible for me to route the cables in the opposite direction).
Asked by: April
Yes, it should work depending on the TV. Make sure ARC is enabled on the TV and the receiver.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2020-12-09

Will my Yamaha compact disc player hook up to ...

Will my Yamaha compact disc player hook up to this?
Asked by: Stephanie
The Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver BH #YARXV385BL features several inputs compatible with your Yamaha CD player: Rear A/V Inputs: 4 x HDMI 1 x Optical TOSLINK 2 x Digital Coaxial 3 x RCA Composite 2 x Stereo RCA
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2022-02-08

Can I hook a pair of Jbl Tlx 150, 4 ohms speakers ...

Can I hook a pair of Jbl Tlx 150, 4 ohms speakers to this amp. safely
Asked by: Mohamed
A single 4ohm pair shouldn't give you any issues.
Answered by: Bennie
Date published: 2022-06-18
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