Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 vs Yamaha RX-V6A review

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What is better - Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 vs Yamaha RX-V6A?

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 9.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the Elite VSX-LX304 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 225/6, while the RX-V6A has a power of 100/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the Elite VSX-LX304 it is 0.08%, but for the RX-V6A it is 0.06%. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 and Yamaha RX-V6A can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay, AirPlay 2. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, but the Yamaha RX-V6A works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Qobuz.

Video features

The HDR10 function is present in each of the rivals. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the Elite VSX-LX304 and the RX-V6A. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the Elite VSX-LX304 has 7/2, and the RX-V6A has 7/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the RX-V6A. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The Elite VSX-LX304 has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the RX-V6A, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Unlike the Elite VSX-LX304 where 3 Multi zones is provided, the RX-V6A works with 2 Multi zones. For voice control in the Elite VSX-LX304 is used Amazon Alexa, but in the RX-V6A is used Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri. There is an ECO mode in RX-V6A. The Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304 and the Yamaha RX-V6A can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.