Yamaha is the latest manufacturer to expose its new AV receivers with the new models expected later this year.
All of the new models come with HDMI 1.3a inputs and ability to decode all mandatory and optional surround-sound codecs authorized for use on HD DVD and Blu-ray discs.The three models are also the company's first with 1080p up-scaling from any connected video source, a 100Hz refresh rate for connection to new, reduced flicker LCD TVs, and 24Hz frame-rate compatibility for use with high-definition discs and compliant displays.
The flagship RX-Z11 will also be the industry's first model with THX Ultra2 Plus certification, signifying the inclusion of THX Loudness Plus technology. That technology lets home theater users turn down the volume without missing the deep bass, ambient sounds and surround effects typically heard only at reference-level listening levels.
