Product Description The YHT-590BL Home Theater System has a 100W 5-Channel Receiver with 8 DSP Programs, iPod Compatibility, Five Speakers, 100W Subwoofer and Four SCENE Buttons. Four SCENE buttons make operating the receiver easier than ever. Two volume-setting functions are including on this receiver for additional convenience. The YHT-590BL receiver is capable of delivering large amounts of reserve power for accurate reproduction of the high-energy peaks that are especially prevalent in digital audio sources. This system features dual HDMI inputs and one output that can handle all HD format including 720p, 1080i and 1080p so you can connect two HDMI sources, such as a DVD player and a high definition set-top box, and enjoy the highest possible quality with an HD display. You have a choice of eight unique Yamaha CINEMA DSP surround programs to bring out the full audio potential of your entertainment sources. Preset remote unit 4 SCENE buttons offering greater operating ease with 13 preset SCENE templates iPod compatibility with optional Universal Dock Bluetooth (A2DP) compatibility with optional Bluetooth Wireless Audio Receiver Initial Volume Setting and Maximum Volume Setting High dynamic power, low-impedance drive capability 192kHz/24-bit DACs used in all channels 1080p-compatible HDMI switching (2 in/1 out) including 1080p/24Hz repeat HDTV compatible component video terminals (3 in/1 out) CINEMA DSP with 8 DSP programs Compressed Music Enhancer to improve compressed music sources Night Listening Enhancer (Cinema/Music) and SILENT CINEMA Audio Delay for adjusting lip-sync Front Speakers Dimensions - 3-11/16 x 17 x 4-3/4 Weight - 5.3 pounds Center Speaker Dimensions - 17 x 3-11/16 x 4-3/4 Weight - 5.3 pounds Surround Speakers Dimensions - 3-11/16 x 10 x 4-3/4 Weight - 3.5 pounds Subwoofer Dimensions - 17-1/8 x 5-15/16 x 13-3/4 Weight - 18.7 pounds
Great HTIB! Great price!December 12, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am a bonafide audiophile. My sound has to absolutely perfect. And this system does just that. I'm not going to go into crazy detail sighting impedance, frequency ranges and all that technical non sense that means nothing to the normal user. The point is it sounds phenomenal. It's well balanced, full and customizable. Set up was a breeze. The only con that I can make is that the HDMI input passes the audio to the device you are connecting to. So I had to buy 2 optical cables to get audio from my cable box and bluray player to the unit. No biggie. Just and inconvenience. Don't waste your money on a Bose cinemate. This is system is not only just as good, it's better.
Great ValueNovember 23, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
this is a great buy. it has everything you need to create a quality home theater experience. it was easy to set up and is the perfect addition to my 46 inch hdtv snd bluray player.
Sounds fantastic...and looks good doing it.August 17, 2008 8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I decided to go with the Yamaha 590bl after several weeks of research on Yamaha and Onkyo HTIBs in the 300 to 600 price range. I was a little apprehensive as there weren't too many reviews to be found on this particular model, but seeing and hearing it at one of the local electronic stores convinced me.
I received the system yesterday, and spent a few hours wiring and setting it up to suit our den - there are quite a few setup options and you can tailor it to perfectly match the room and your listening taste - the customization is really neat once you figure it out. I have it connected to a 46" Sony LCD and a JVC progressive scan DVD player through the component video and digital coaxial hookups, and plan on using the optical inputs for connecting the HD DVR to the Yamaha. Took a while to do all this, but once everything was up and running, boy was I amazed. I've already watched the battle scenes in Gladiator and Saving Private Ryan multiple times and still can't get over how awesome this thing sounds. Perfect highs and lows with none of the hiss you hear in some low-end systems, bass deep enough to thump the floor and rattle a few things around the house, I feel like I have my own little IMAX setup here. CD playback through the DVD player is pretty impressive as well and I plan on getting the IPod dock for it.
All in all, I am very impressed with the the Yamaha 590 BL and would definitely recommend it. Love it!!!
Great HT systemAugust 4, 2008 10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I wanted a nice sound system to compliment my Sony 40-inch LCD screen. Originally I purchased Onkyo 3100, however, it did not have any HDMI connections and it would cause the video to stutter on programs in HD. I wanted the Onkyo 5100 but the speakers were simply enormous. I decided to go with Yamaha YHT-590 because of the receiver and the slim looking speakers. The installation took about 45 minutes as I had to cut and splice the thin looking wire (18 gauge). Once plugged in everything sounded excellent. Cannon fire in Master and Commander and the Pirates of the Caribbean was thundering and simply mind blowing. Depth charges in Das Boot...well you have to hear it to really appreciate it. :-).
One of the previous reviewers stated that the center speaker had to be turned down to hear the dialogue and such. Setup options in the receiver allow for numerous tweaks and options which you'll want to play with as the size of your room and the room acoustics will differ from user to user. I have an odd living room with the kitchen right next to it. I had to manually adjust the distance from the speakers to our sitting position to fully optimize the sound. There are also options that will allow you to adjust audio volume from source to source....Again, to fully enjoy any HT system you'll have to spend an hour or so to make sure its configured properly. Also, of note is that I wanted to upgrade the cheap looking wire and I purchased Monster XP which is a 14 gauge thick wire. It did not make any difference in sound whatsoever....Overall, very pleased with this system, looks great and it sounds even better. Highly recommended.
broken no soundJuly 8, 2008 3 out of 11 found this review helpful
I am fairly good at electronics but this thing has me stumped, I read the reviews about having no sound through the HDMI, so I have tried Digi Co-ax, optical and analog. Not even a wisper have I heard, so yesterday I called Amazon paid a little more to buy this at amazon, well actually alot more $499 v $350. I am so glad I did because the guy at amazon was so nice he just said box it up and send it back does not matter that I dont have the box it came in. He offered a refund or replacement, I have opted for a refund and I am thinking of going with the higher end 790. Hopefully it will work at least thats my logic. I gave 2 stars because although it does not work it looks real nice, and amazon was very helpful.
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