Just recieved my Yamaha Z7 as a replacement (plus a load of dosh refunded) for my Arcam AVR600. So far it's putting the Arcam to shame given that it's half the price!
My surround sound system with both blu-ray's and SACD's has never sounded so good! The jury's still out with stereo music, definately more bass and a more forthright presentation which sounds better with some tracks. Fast paced rock is not quite what I'm used to at the moment, but I'll give it some more time to run in before making a final judgement. But so far I'm thinking I won't need a stereo amp to make up for losing the Arcam. Well done Yamaha, a superb amp which can be had for £1500!
P.S. ....and it hasn't locked up once yet!
My surround sound system with both blu-ray's and SACD's has never sounded so good! The jury's still out with stereo music, definately more bass and a more forthright presentation which sounds better with some tracks. Fast paced rock is not quite what I'm used to at the moment, but I'll give it some more time to run in before making a final judgement. But so far I'm thinking I won't need a stereo amp to make up for losing the Arcam. Well done Yamaha, a superb amp which can be had for £1500!
P.S. ....and it hasn't locked up once yet!