Yamaha RX-V683BL vs Sherwood RX-4508 review

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The Yamaha RX-V683BL vs Sherwood RX-4508 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 7.2 versus 2.0, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V683BL has such a ratio W/Ohm - 90/8, 150/4, while the RX-4508 has a power of 100/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V683BL it is 0.06%, but for the RX-4508 it is 0.09%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha RX-V683BL. The model RX-V683BL can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with RX-V683BL. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The RX-V683BL has access to the Spotify service. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode can provide only the RX-V683BL. Video scaling is only possible with the RX-V683BL. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-V683BL. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Yamaha RX-V683BL. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V683BL and the RX-4508. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that only the Yamaha RX-V683BL has HDMI CEC. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. Voice control of the basic functions of the receiver is not realized in both models. There is an ECO mode in RX-V683BL. The Yamaha RX-V683BL can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the RX-V683BL. Only in the RX-V683BL realized a DTS:X surround technology.