The Yamaha RX-V377 vs Sherwood RX-4508 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 2.0, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V377 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 135/6, while the RX-4508 has a power of 100/8. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.09%. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. The model RX-V377 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless connection to the Internet via WIFI can not be performed on these receivers. There is a Bluetooth protocol at the RX-4508. Support for Apple Music Services not implemented. Spotify is not available for these receivers.
Oddly enough, the support for the HDR function is not implemented in these units. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V377. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Yamaha RX-V377. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V377 and the RX-4508. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Yamaha RX-V377 has HDMI CEC. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Sherwood RX-4508. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in RX-V377. The Yamaha RX-V377 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
Generally no support for a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A DTS:X surround technology is not supported by devices from our comparison.