Yamaha RX-397 Natural Sound AM/FM Stereo Receiver

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High Sound Quality

Pure Direct Amplification

Super Audio CD and DVD-Audio Ready with Extended Frequency Response

Linear Damping

High Dynamic Power Capability

Advanced Features

Continuously Variable Loudness Control and Treble/Balance Controls (with Center Clicks)

Remote Controllable Motor Driven Volume Control

Speaker A, B or A+B Selection

40-Station AM/FM Random Access Preset

RoHS Compliant

Other Features

All Electronic Parts are Exceptionally High Quality

Low-Impedance Power Supply

Remote Control Input/Output Terminals

Tape Monitor Switch

5 Audio Input Terminals with Phono Input Terminal

Front Panel Headphone Jack

Impedance Selector (8 ohms/4ohms)

40-Station AM/FM Random Access Preset Tuning

Auto FM Station Memory and Preset Editing (Auto Station Memory)

Specification	Description
Model	RX-397, RX397
UPC	027108923956
Analog Audio	(4) Rear Input
Channels	2
Command / Control	IR Input
Command / Control	IR Output
Depth (Inches)	12.125
Headphone Jack	Front Output
Height (Inches)	5.75
Phono	Rear Input
Radio Station Programmable Memories (Presets)	40
Remote Control	Included
Speaker Switching	A+B
Speaker Switching	A/B
Speaker Terminals	5-Way Binding Post
Stereo Power Rating	50 Watts x 2
Tuner	AM
Tuner	FM
Type of Receiver	Stereo
Watts per channel	100
Weight (Pounds)	14.1
Width (Inches)	17.125

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"This entry level receiver has all you need for a smaller area. It has plenty of power at 50W per channel and a very smooth,warm sound. The 4Ohm switch allowes the use of two sets of speakers without stressing the amp. I hooked up the front speakers to channel A, and a passive DVC sub-woofer to chann …" Read Full Review »

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"It is a great center for a home audio system. There are more than enough inputs and outputs for all my components. Forty preset radio stations. A good, clean sound.Ken gK "

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