Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver | New
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Overview of Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver | New
The Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver is a cost-effective home theater receiver made for people who wish to convert their TV speakers or soundbars to full surround sound without making their setup too complicated. It creates a cinematic experience in small to medium-sized spaces by combining 5.1-channel discrete amplification, 4K HDR-capable HDMI inputs and Yamaha's highly respected surround processing. It acts as a central hub for gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, streaming devices and more, making it perfect for first-time home theater consumers. With compatibility for front, center and surround speakers as well as a powered subwoofer for powerful bass, the Yamaha RX-V385 is a 5.1-channel AV receiver that provides a strong but controllable introduction to genuine surround sound. You may enjoy modern 4K TVs and streaming video with both great picture quality and immersive audio due to its HDMI inputs, which are usually compatible with 4K and HDR (such as Dolby Vision and HDR10 on many variations). It is designed to be easy to use in daily life, with one-remote control via HDMI CEC, automatically decoding audio and clearly labeled inputs. Even with simple speaker configurations, Yamaha's sound processing seeks to improve conversation quality and produce a more engrossing soundscape. RX-series devices frequently come with features like YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Acoustic Optimizer), which automatically adjusts speaker timing and levels to assist account for placement constraints and room acoustics. The RX-V385 can significantly improve surround realism, low-end punch and overall involvement with movies, sports and gaming for consumers upgrading from a basic soundbar.
Key Features of Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver
• 5.1-channel surround support for front, center, surround speakers and powered subwoofer, ideal for compact home theaters.
• 4K HDMI inputs (commonly with HDR support on many configurations) for Blu-ray players, consoles and streaming devices.
• Discrete power amplification on each channel for more controlled, dynamic sound than typical all‑in‑one systems.
• Yamaha surround processing (such as CINEMA DSP on many RX models) to enhance movie, TV and game audio.
• Automatic speaker calibration (YPAO on most RX-V385 units) to optimize levels and timing for your room.
• HDMI CEC and ARC support for simplified control and audio return from compatible TVs.
• On‑screen display and front-panel controls to make input selection and setup more intuitive for non‑experts.
Benefits of Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver
🗹 Real surround sound upgrade delivers a true 5.1-channel experience that far surpasses TV speakers and entry-level soundbars.
🗹 Better movie and game immersion that dscrete rear channels and subwoofer output create convincing effects, stronger bass and clearer spatial cues.
🗹 Future-friendly for 4K setups that 4K-capable HDMI inputs help ensure compatibility with today’s TVs and sources without needing an immediate receiver upgrade.
🗹 Set-and-forget calibration that automatic speaker setup helps you get good sound even if speaker placement isn’t perfect.
🗹 Easy for the whole family that simple input switching, ARC and CEC support mean less confusion and fewer remote-control headaches.
🗹 Cost-effective home theater core offers strong performance for the price, making it a solid foundation for a budget-conscious surround system.
Specifications
Specifications for Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver | New
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
| Manufacturer Part Number | RX-V385 |
| Product Name | Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 Channel 4K AV Receiver |
| Product Type | Channel Amplifier |
| Channels | 5.1 (front L/R, center, surround L/R, subwoofer pre-out) |
| Rated power (1 kHz, 1 ch) | 100 W/ch (6–8 Ω, 0.9% THD, 1 ch driven) |
| Rated power (20 Hz–20 kHz, 2 ch) | 70 W/ch (6–8 Ω, 0.09% THD, 2 ch driven) |
| Max effective output (JEITA) | 135–145 W/ch, 6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD (region dependent) |
| Dynamic power per channel | Up to 180 W (2 Ω) depending on load |
| Surround processing | CINEMA DSP, 17 DSP programs, Virtual CINEMA FRONT, SILENT CINEMA |
| Supported surround formats | Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS‑HD Master Audio |
| DAC | Burr‑Brown 384 kHz / 32‑bit DAC × 3 |
| Audio file support (USB/network) | MP3, WMA, MPEG‑4 AAC, WAV up to 48 kHz / 16‑bit |
| YPAO room EQ | Yes, with included calibration microphone |
| Other audio features | Compressed Music Enhancer, Adaptive DRC, Extra Bass |
| 4K / HDR video | 4K/60p passthrough, 4:4:4, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, BT.2020 |
| HDMI inputs / outputs | 4 in / 1 out, HDCP 2.3, 3D, ARC, eARC (via firmware) |
| HDMI upscaling | HDMI to HDMI upscaling up to 4K |
| Other video I/O | Composite video: 3 in / 1 out |
| Digital audio I/O | 1× optical in, 2× coaxial in |
| Analog audio I/O | 3× stereo RCA in (1 front), 0 out |
| Subwoofer pre‑out | 1× mono subwoofer pre‑out |
| Headphone output | 1× 1/4" (6.3 mm) front |
| USB | 1× front USB (mass storage, portable audio) |
| Bluetooth | Yes, SBC codec, in and out (audio receive/transmit) |
| Tuner | FM/AM tuner |
| On‑screen display | Color OSD via HDMI |
| Convenience features | 4 SCENE presets, audio delay (0–500 ms), ECO mode, auto power standby |
| Standby power | ≤ 0.2 W (IR only) |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 435 × 161 × 315 mm; 17‑1/8" × 6‑3/8" × 12‑3/8" |
| Weight | 7.7 kg / 17.0 lb |