About the Yamaha YAS-106
Yamaha does more with less
Yamaha does more with less
The compact Yamaha YAS-106 sound bar can be wall mounted or sit on a stand below your TV.
I've seen Yamaha fill rooms with sound from a single sound bar better than some can do with a dual-speaker combo. Case in point, the YAS-106 sound bar. It's the update to last year's “too-good-to-call-entry-level” YAS-105, that I gushed over in an online review. This bar looks even slicker and more compact than its predecessor, fitting under your TV on a stand or mounted on a wall. And the sound? Still classic Yamaha. Everything sounds bigger and clearer — effects, dialogue, and music, too.
Binge-watch with better sound
The YAS-106 includes Dolby® and DTS® decoding as well as Yamaha's digital surround processing for a more three-dimensional feel. Built-in amplifiers power six drivers for rich, full-range sound, with plenty of high-frequency detail. From subtle footstep sounds to louder effects like collisions, the slim bar's ample bass adds visceral realism to your favorite movies and shows. And if you crave even more bass impact, there's a dedicated output for an external subwoofer.
Bluetooth lets you play tunes, wirelessly
Yamaha didn't forget the music – after all, it's how the company made their name. The YAS-106 has built-in Bluetooth so you can play music wirelessly from your phone or tablet. Special processing cleans up compressed audio files, so all your tunes will sound full and detailed.
Easy hookup and operation
Both HDMI connections are 4K compatible, with full HDCP 2.2 capability. You can also use the included optical digital cable to connect your sound bar to your TV. Use your existing TV remote to control power and volume commands, use the included remote, or download the free Yamaha Home Theater Controller app. This turns your Apple® or Android™ device into a Bluetooth remote.
Product highlights:
- compact, powerful stereo sound bar
- ultra-slim design rests on a TV stand or can be mounted on a wall
- built-in Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from compatible smartphones, tablets, and computers
- Yamaha's Compressed Music Enhancer helps improve sound of lower-resolution files
- built-in amplifiers: 30 watts x 2 for front L/R drivers, 60 watts for bass drivers
- two 1" balanced dome tweeters
- two 2-1/8" midrange drivers
- two 3" cone subwoofers
- 2 bass ports enhance low-frequency response
- Dolby® Digital and DTS decoding
- Yamaha's Virtual Surround Processor produces an immersive listening experience
- 5 listening modes: Music, Movie, TV Program, Sports, and Game
- Clear Voice processing makes dialogue easier to hear
- free Yamaha Home Theater Controller app for Apple and Android lets you control the bar via Bluetooth with your smartphone
- remote control
Connections and Dimensions:
- 1 HDMI input
- supports 4K and HDMI-CEC
- 1 HDMI output with Audio Return Channel (ARC)
- 1 optical digital audio input (cable included)
- 1 stereo minijack audio input
- subwoofer output
- keyhole slots for wall-mounting (hardware not included)
- 35"W x 2-1/8"H x 5-1/8"D
- weight: 7.1 lbs.
- warranty: 2 years
- MFR # YAS-106BL
What's in the box:
- Active soundbar speaker
- 6' AC power cord
- Remote control (CR2025 battery installed)
- Optical digital cable
- 2 Self-adhesive foam bumpers
- Owner's Manual
- Wall-mount template
- Warranty sheet
- Online Product Registration sheet
- "Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices" note
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Features & specs
General | ||
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Design | Bar | |
Amplification | Self-powered | |
Separate Subwoofer | No | |
Wireless Surrounds | No | |
Number Of Channels | 2.1 | |
Surround Formats | ||
Dolby Digital | Yes | |
DTS | Yes | |
Dolby Atmos | No | |
DTS:X | No | |
Audio Enhancements | ||
Dialogue Enhancement | Yes | |
Auto Volume | No | |
Night Mode | --- | |
Virtual Surround | Virtual Surround | |
Room Correction | No | |
Audio Connections | ||
Optical Digital Inputs | 1 | |
Coaxial Digital Inputs | None | |
HDMI ARC Input | Yes | |
HDMI eARC Input | No | |
3.5mm Stereo Analog Inputs | 1 | |
RCA Stereo Analog Inputs | None | |
USB Type-A Input | No | |
Subwoofer Output | 1 | |
Audio Specs | ||
Tweeter | 1" Dome (2) | |
Midrange | 2.125" Cone (2) | |
Woofer | 3" Cone (2) | |
Subwoofer Driver | None | |
Enclosure | Bass Reflex | |
System Frequency Response | 60-23k Hz | |
Sound Bar RMS Power | 120 | |
Subwoofer RMS Power | N/A | |
Video Connections | ||
HDMI Inputs | 1 | |
HDMI Outputs | 1 | |
Video Specs | ||
HDMI Version | 2.0 | |
HDMI Video Pass-through Resolution | 4K | |
HDR Video Compatible | No | |
Control | ||
Includes Remote | Yes | |
Voice Control | No | |
Control by App | Apple iOS, Android | |
HDMI CEC | Yes | |
Remote IR Passthrough | No | |
Learns TV Remote | No | |
Audio Streaming | ||
Bluetooth Connectivity | Built-in | |
Bluetooth Audio Playback | Yes | |
Bluetooth Transmitter Mode | No | |
Online Music Sources | --- | |
Apple AirPlay | No | |
Chromecast built-in | No | |
Amazon Music | --- | |
Apple Music | --- | |
Pandora | --- | |
SiriusXM | --- | |
Spotify | --- | |
TIDAL | --- | |
TuneIn | --- | |
YouTube Music | --- | |
Files on Your Network | No | |
Wi-Fi Networking | ||
Built-in Wi-Fi Version | None | |
Bands | N/A | |
Other Info | ||
Wall-mountable | Yes | |
Mounting Bracket Included | No | |
Sound Bar Size (inches) | 2-3/16H x 35W x 5-1/4 D | |
Sound Bar Weight | 7.1 lbs | |
Subwoofer Size (inches) | No Subwoofer | |
Subwoofer Weight | N/A | |
Speaker Parts Warranty | 2 Years | |
Speaker Labor Warranty | 2 Years | |
Amplifier Parts Warranty | 2 Years | |
Amplifier Labor Warranty | 2 Years |
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Features
2.1ch Active Soundbar Speaker: The Yamaha YAS-106 active soundbar speaker features a 2.1ch driver configuration with one 1" dome tweeter and one 2.125" mid-woofer for each of the left & right channels, as well as dual 3" subwoofers for the LFE channel. The YAS-106 delivers 120-watts of power to the enclosed drivers - 30 watts to each of the left & right channels and 60 watts to both subwoofers.
Built-In Subwoofers w/ Bass Extension: The YAS-106 is equipped with dual, built-in subwoofers plus a unique bass reflex port and "Bass Extension" processing to deliver exceptional low-end performance without the need for a separate powered subwoofer. You can adjust the level of the built-in subwoofers independently from the soundbar's overall volume.
Compressed Music Enhancer: The Compressed Music Enhancer restores frequency response lost during digital compression, so your music sounds the way it should. Optimized for Bluetooth audio transmission, you'll enjoy vivid, lively sound quality during wireless playback. When a compressed source is played, the Compressed Music Enhancer engages automatically.
Clear Voice: Clear Voice raises the level of dialog and narrations while maintaining overall sound quality. Movies and TV shows, sports commentary and news broadcasts are more clearly audible.
Dolby Digital & DTS Compatible: The Yamaha YAS-106 soundbar decodes 2ch PCM, multi-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, & DTS audio signals. You can listen to these audio formats in Virtual Surround mode or 2ch Stereo mode. The 2ch Stereo mode is ideal for music, while the Virtual Surround mode provides a much more immersive soundfield for movies. From Yamaha's Home Theater Control App on your Apple iOS or Android device you select between different surround modes - TV Program, Stereo, Movie, Music, Sports, & Game.
Digital Audio Connector | Audio Signal Type | Audio Signal Format |
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HDMI | 2Ch Linear PCM | 2ch, 32-96kHz, 16/20/24-bit |
Multichannel Linear PCM | 6ch, 32-96kHz, 16/20/24-bit | |
Bitstream | Dolby Digital, DTS | |
Optical | 2Ch Linear PCM | 2ch, 32-48Hz, 16/20/24-bit |
Bitstream | Dolby Digital, DTS |
HDMI 2.0: The YAS-106 has one HDMI 2.0 input and one HDMI 2.0 output. It supports up to 4K/60p (4:2:0) video signal pass-through and HDCP 2.2 digital copy protection, as well as HDR (High Dynamic Range), Deep Color, x.v.Color, and 3D video technologies. In addition, the soundbar's HDMI connectivity supports 2ch PCM, 5.1ch Dolby Digital, and 5.1ch DTS (up to 24-bit/32-96kHz). Also, the HDMI output supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), which simplifies connectivity with compatible TVs. The unit is compatible with the following video signals.
Note: Because with many televisions, the ARC-enabled HDMI input will only pass 2ch PCM from devices connected to the TV via HDMI or analog, we recommend that you connect your Blu-ray player or Satellite/Cable box to the Yamaha soundbar directly; and then connect the YAS-106's ARC-enabled HDMI output to your TV's ARC-enabled HDMI input. This setup will give you with the best overall sound performance.
Analog & Digital Audio Inputs: The YAS-106 is outfitted with both analog & digital audio outputs to connect to your TV. There is one optical (toslink) digital input that supports 2Ch PCM, 5.1ch Dolby Digital, and 5.1ch DTS audio signals (up to 24-bit/32-48kHz). There is also one stereo minijack (3.5mm) audio input for televisions without an optical digital out.
Note: The digital optical output terminals of many flat-panel TVs only send an audio signal in 5.1ch when receiving Dolby Digital/DTS surround sound from the TV's built-in tuner, network connection, or connected USB device; and will output only 2ch stereo from sources connected to the TV via HDMI, or RCA (like your Blue-ray/DVD player or satellite/cable box).
Bluetooth Music Streaming: The Yamaha YAS-106 soundbar speaker system supports Bluetooth (v.2.1+EDR) A2DP wireless audio streaming (up to 33'). This allows you to stream stored music and music apps from your Bluetooth-enabled device; such as your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/table, Windows Phone/PC, or Mac computer/laptop to the YAS-106 soundbar speaker. You will continue to navigate your music and view song/artist information from your Bluetooth-enabled device.
- Pairing: This unit pairs with your Bluetooth-enabled device with a single press of a button. If a Bluetooth device has been paired before, the unit will connect to the last paired device when the soundbar's Bluetooth source button is pressed. You will need to terminate this connection to pair a new device.
- SBC + AAC Codecs: In addition to support for the standard SBC Bluetooth audio codec, the Yamaha soundbar speaker offers support of AAC. By supporting AAC, the YAS-106 soundbar offers better audio performance of the music streamed from your Apple iPod, iPhone, or iPad.
- Bluetooth Standby: The Bluetooth Standby function allows you to turn On or Off the soundbar automatically, linked with the operation of a Bluetooth device.
Sub Out: A mono-RCA subwoofer output lets you hook up an optional powered sub (sold separately). The soundbar's built-in subs will continue to produce sound along with the external power sub. \
Remote Control: The YAS-106 comes with a sleek, easy-to-use IR remote control for wireless operation of the soundbar speaker. Also, if your TV supports HDMI CEC and you use HDMI connectivity, it is possible to adjust the volume of the sound bar using your TV's remote to simplify day-to-day operation.
Home Theater Controller App (for iOS & Android): The YAS-106 is compatible with Yamaha's Home Theater Control App (HT Controller), available for free download from the Apple's App Store or Google Play Store for Apple iPod touch/iPhone/iPad (iOS 8.0+) or Android smartphone/tablet (OS 2.3.3+). This remote app makes it easy to control the soundbar from your compatible Apple iOS or Android device via a Bluetooth connection. Its intuitive and easy-to-see operating screen uses icons that let you easily perform a variety of operations; including Input, Volume, Audio settings, and Surround modes. Surround modes include TV Program, Stereo, Movie, Music, Sports, & Game.
Mounting Options: Due to its slim profile, the soundbar fits in front of most flat-panel TVs without blocking the screen. If you prefer to wall-mount the speaker, the YAS-106 offers built-in keyhole slots. The soundbar speaker will automatically adjust the sound profile based on your desired placement type.
Auto Standby: The soundbar will automatically turn off when there is no operation for 8 hours, or not audio input and no operation for 20 minutes.
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Great Sound bar for the price. No need for a subwoofer , bass is very good. Voice and background crystal clear. You can adjust sound , bass and voice to your liking. Works fine with my Direct TV remote. Easy set-up , except the instructions for programming the remote could be better.
Andrew from Ashtabula , OH