Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel AV Receiver
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Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel AV Receiver
Overview
Not every home theatre needs eleven channels and four HDMI outputs. The RX-V385 covers the fundamentals — clear dialogue, punchy bass, and sharp 4K picture — in a compact receiver that's easy to set up and live with.
The RX-V385 is a 5.1-channel AV receiver rated at 70W per channel (8 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, two channels driven), decoding Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio for movie and TV soundtracks. Bluetooth handles wireless streaming from your phone, and YPAO Sound Optimization automatically balances the speakers to your room.
Video passes through 4 HDMI inputs and 1 output at 4K/60p with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG support, plus HDMI eARC (via firmware update) for a simpler soundbar-free TV connection. Front-panel USB and analog inputs round out the connections for older sources.
Simcoe Audio Video Insight
For a straightforward TV and movie setup in a den or bedroom, the RX-V385 is a sensible starting point — Central Ontario customers upgrading from a soundbar find the jump to real 5.1-channel speakers a bigger difference than most receiver feature upgrades.
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Why the Yamaha RX-V385 Stands Out
5.1-Channel Power for Movies & TV
70W per channel drives a full 5.1-channel speaker layout for clear dialogue and punchy bass.
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus & DTS-HD Master Audio
Decodes the lossless soundtrack formats used on most Blu-ray and streaming content.
4K Ultra HD HDMI with Dolby Vision & HDR10
4 HDMI inputs and 1 output support 4K/60p with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG.
YPAO Sound Optimization
Automatically calibrates the speaker balance and levels to your room.
Bluetooth Streaming
Stream music directly from your phone or tablet without a network connection.
Burr-Brown DAC Design
Three Burr-Brown 384kHz/32-bit DACs handle audio conversion across the channels.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- The First-Time Upgrader: wants to move up from a soundbar to real 5.1-channel surround sound without a steep learning curve.
- The Budget-Conscious Shopper: wants 4K/HDR video support and solid movie-format decoding at an entry-level price.
- The Simple Setup: wants Bluetooth streaming and automatic room calibration without extra apps or Wi-Fi setup.
How It Compares
The RX-V385 is the entry point into Yamaha's RX-V lineup. The RX-V4A adds Wi-Fi, MusicCast, and a sixth channel at 5.2, while the RX-V6A steps up further to 7.2 channels with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for larger rooms and object-based surround formats.
Yamaha RX-V385 5.1-Channel AV Receiver Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Yamaha RX-V385 |
| Channels | 5.1 |
| Amplifier | |
| Rated Output Power (2ch Driven, 20Hz–20kHz) | 70W per Channel (8 Ohms, 0.09% THD) |
| DA Converter | Burr-Brown 384kHz/32-bit DAC x3 |
| Surround & Audio Processing | |
| Cinema DSP | Yes, 17 DSP Programs |
| Surround Formats | Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio |
| YPAO Room Calibration | YPAO Sound Optimization |
| Compressed Music Enhancer | Yes (incl. Bluetooth) |
| Video | |
| HDMI Input/Output | 4 In / 1 Out (HDCP 2.3) |
| HDMI Pass-Through | 4K/60p, 4:4:4 |
| HDR Support | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| eARC | Yes (via firmware update) |
| Composite Video Input/Output | 3 / 1 |
| Connectivity | |
| Bluetooth | Yes (SBC, in and out) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Digital Audio Inputs | 1 Optical, 2 Coaxial |
| Analog Audio Inputs | 3 (1 Front) |
| Preout | Subwoofer |
| Headphone Output | 1 |
| USB Input | Yes (USB Memory) |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8" x 6-3/8" x 12-3/8" |
| Weight | 17.0 lbs |
| Standby Power Consumption | ≤ 0.2W (IR Only) |