Yamaha R-N600A Stereo Receiver

Yamaha R-N600A stereo receiver is designed for a home audio system with speakers and a range of music sources. This network stereo receiver combines an integrated amplifier, radio tuner and phono input. Its rated output is 80 + 80 W with an 8-ohm load.

Who this receiver is for

This model is suitable for listeners who want to manage analogue, digital and network sources through one component. Music can be played from USB storage, a local network, a turntable or external audio equipment.

MusicCast can send audio from connected sources to other devices in the same system, allowing a multi-room audio setup to be created. Availability of Amazon Music HD and Spotify depends on the region, software and the services themselves.

Connecting sources and devices

Ethernet provides a wired network connection, while Wi-Fi avoids the need for a network cable. AirPlay streams audio from compatible devices over the network. Bluetooth supports the SBC and AAC codecs.

The front USB port is intended for USB storage devices, not USB audio from a computer. Supported file formats are MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF and DSD.

A dedicated phono input is provided for a turntable. The compatible cartridge type is not specified, so the input name alone is not enough to determine cartridge compatibility. The CD input and three line inputs accept other analogue sources.

Two optical and two coaxial inputs accommodate digital sources. A television can be connected with a compatible optical cable. There is no HDMI ARC connection. The subwoofer output is intended for an active subwoofer.

Audio circuitry and controls

The receiver uses an ESS SABRE ES9010K2M Ultra digital-to-analogue converter. Its digital section employs asynchronous transmission and a dedicated high-precision crystal clock. It supports native DSD playback up to 11.2 MHz and playback up to 384 kHz.

Pure Direct bypasses the buffer amplifier, tone, loudness and balance controls. When this mode is off, the controls can be used to tailor the sound to the room and listening level.

The ToP-ART design uses short signal paths and a rigid chassis. The resin Art Base is designed to suppress unwanted vibration.

Radio and presets

The DAB and DAB+ tuner can store up to 40 stations and display broadcaster information. Support for these standards depends on the receiver’s regional version. An FM tuner is also included.

Placement

The enclosure measures 435 mm wide, 151 mm high and 392 mm deep. Raising the antenna increases the height to 225 mm. Place the 9.8 kg unit on stable furniture and leave sufficient room for the antenna, connections and air circulation.

Technical specifications

FAQ

Does this receiver require a separate power amplifier?

No. It already has an integrated stereo power amplifier. Speakers can be connected directly to the receiver, taking their electrical characteristics into account.

Which connection should I use for TV audio?

Use an optical input if the television has a compatible optical output. This model does not provide HDMI ARC.

Can I connect a computer through the USB port?

The front USB port is intended for a storage device containing music files. A USB audio connection for a computer is not specified for this model.

When should I enable Pure Direct?

Choose it when tone and balance adjustments are unnecessary. The mode bypasses these controls and shortens the audio signal path.