Yamaha YAS-207

Very simply put, for the price you cannot and I mean cannot do better then the Yamaha Model YAS-207 soundbar and subwoofer but you can do a lot worst when it comes to other brands in this price range but this soundbar was just a small part of what I enjoyed about dealing with Crutchfield. What I really enjoyed was the various people I spoke with over the phone and internet. I did speak to 3 guys and 1 gal. so I cannot remember their names but one does stand out, he worked in the tech department and his name was Doc, I guess his name is why I remember or maybe its because this guy is so tech smart I mean like geek, geek smart LOL, but I was impressed with every one of them for their products knowledge base and how courteous each one of them were hard to find now days in this hi pressure world. I'm 75 years old and I have done business with a lot of people and I can tell you that these people are straight shooters, they don't try to sell you what they want to sell you they actually want to know what you are looking for, what you are trying to accomplish with the product or in my case a Soundbar and they also want to know what you are expecting your chosen product to give you when it comes to sound quality etc. etc. and that when they start giving you their thoughts and suggestions but not once did I feel like they were trying to sway me over to a particular product just to make a sale and I never felt like I was being rushed. AlsoCan'tSay EnoughForTheirAfterSalesTechHelp!

Pros: I tend to look at the overall/big picture so I am just going to reiterate what I said in my review above. For the price you will not will not find a better overall performing Soundbar then the YAS-207 but you can pay the same price and more for way lessor quality with a lot less, less options and functions. This Soundbar looks great, remote is not to small and it works great too and its easy to set up for the average person and I'm average even though I had to call in for a little tech help.

Cons: Like I've said, no real cons given the built quality and price point. OK yes there are some cons, it does not sound like a $2,000.00 Soundbar, its not quite as pretty as a $3,000.00 Soundbar and it does not have an on screen display but it does have various colored lights instead that I very seldom use now that I've gotten used to operating the remote. Oh there is another Con, this Soundbar sounds as good if not better then many of the more expensive ones that I listened too! GO YAMAHA ya ya

easy to hook up. great size. sound bar does the job for my needs. the bar only has [1] HDMI out. need at least [2].

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I had a Polk Audio MagniFi MAX before this and with that voices seemed to get lost in the other sounds. No matter how I tweak that system. The Yamaha the voices come out clear and don't seem to be overpowered by other sound. The bass is enough for my liking for general TV watching. Overall I like the sound quality of this device Setup was more of a challenge than expected and the directions a bit confusing to me. I'm using the ARC from my Samsung Q7 TV and plugged that into the ARC on the soundbar. I ran through the directions with holding down the HDMI button on the remote. To my surprise no sound came out. Turns out the HDMI process is for another device (say your DVD player) that is not using the ARC feature. By hitting the TV button on the remote I had sound.

Pros: Good Voice sound Good value for the price

Cons: Setup a bit unclear No HDMI cable with the system

I did quite a bit of research on soundbars in the 300 dollar range. The Yamaha 207 consistently got good ratings. The quality of the sound is fantastic, both from the TV and streaming music from a Bluetooth source. I would recommend this product.

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Good sound for the price. "Clear Voice" works well as does the independent control of the sub-woofer. However my Kenwood-Definition Technology system still beats it by a large margin and this is what I use for movies that need a large presence.

Pros: Good sound for the price. The sound bar is nicely styled and the sub-woofer can easily be placed for a good result

Cons: It seems to lack a little middle range definition

For the price, this is an excellent sound bar. I have it connected via HDMI to the ARC input on my 4k TV. The sound is good -- especially with "clear voice" enabled -- in a ~18' x ~12' room with vaulted (11' at peak) ceiling. We tested the sound bar watching "Avengers: Infinity War;" attaining an appropriate volume was not a problem, and I was genuinely surprised by the bass performance. Despite the 3-D "Virtual:X" surround-sound voodoo, this is certainly not going to supplant a proper home theater speaker system. However, depending on the source material, the front speaker and subwoofer sound very good. I'm no longer constantly adjusting the volume on the TV while watching a movie. Dialogue is crisp with "clear voice" enabled. I also streamed some music (Apple Music via AppleTV 4k) and was pleasantly surprised by the audio quality. The highs were a bit tinny, mids were virtually non-existent, and the bass was good -- not muddy at all. FOUR STARS because of the sound quality (though exceptional for the price) and lack of granularity in the controls. The subwoofer, for example, has only 4 or 5 discrete volume levels. And there's no equalizer; it's basically 3 or 4 presets (stereo, surround, 3-D surround). Yamaha's "HT controller" app is useless. If ~$300 is your price target, this is probably as good a sound bar as you're going to find.

Pros: Good bass, clarity of dialogue with clear voice enabled, great price-performance ratio

Cons: Limited controls, surround-sound sorcery is somewhat underwhelming after reading dozens of glowing reviews

The sound that comes out just cannot believe it and with the clear voice and it took me a couple of weeks to see if 207 was better than 108 both are great soundbars and the best part is price

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Very nice set up for the price. Works great much better sound than just TV. Would recommend it for sure.

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Reasonable size, nice features, good sound, really like being able to set up with HDMI cables for Blu-Ray DVD to soundbar to TV. Build quality and warranty nice. Crutchfield's sales and service are definitely the best part, as I had to return another brand's soundbar due to defective sub, and the tech and sales people I worked with were patient and helpful. Thanks

Pros: sound very adjustable to suit my preferences, really like HDMI in and out, as my TV has no optical output

Cons: stereo setting for music seems dull, regular surround sound seems good, special DTS seems too harsh

This soundbar can be a good improvement to the audio generated by a flat-screen TV, in my case a four year-old 50" Smart Samsung TV. At its best, the sound is much richer, with good bass and somewhat clearer voice projection, which is why I bought it. That said, this is an inexpensive upgrade, and doesn't come close to equaling the sound from a home theater system. Two issues: (1) sometimes it seems to stop working when the audio is from the TV/set top box, and (2) it was difficult for me to get it hooked up. I called Crutchfield for help: they were great, and within a half hour or so, I was all set. I'm not a techie, but I was expecting that it would be easier to set up.

Pros: Good bass Clearer voice (as compared to the flat screen's speakers)

Cons: Inconsistent sound when watching TV Hard to set up.

For the price you can not beat this sound bar. The sub isn't over powered and the bar itself presents mods and highs just right. As far as booking this unit up, very little effort is needed. The one thing if you don't have any, is invest in a couple additional HDMI cords. That would be the only suggestion I would give, is to mention or include two HDMI patch cords to complete the install. Over all a satisfied customer.

Pros: Ease of set up. Price. Sound quality.

Cons: Need additional cords was not mentioned.

Great choice Yamaha makes fine musical instruments , motorcyckesxabd good audio too

Pros: Easy setup bluetooth. Great 21th century audio

Cons: None

This soundbar will never replace a 7.1 surround, but is pretty good overall. Music using Bluetooth works well from my iPad. The Yamaha Home Theater app also works well. The one disappointment is there's no separate bass and treble on the remote or the app

Pros: Big improvement over stock tv speakers

Cons: No bass and treble adjustments for this model.

This product is excellent! It works great in any mode and what I like most is the voice enhance. The virtual surrounding is just a blast. Now with the new sound, we can enjoy and have a totally new experience with movies and tv shows. Music - awesome! I really recommend this unit .

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My first experience with a soundbar. My top priority was an easy Bluetooth connection so my wife could play her music in the family room. Got that set up in five minutes and she loves it. The sound is much better than the TV speakers and fills my large family room just fine. I expected good sound for this budget soundbar and it delivers.

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Has good sound for the price. I like the adjustable bass. Easy to setup.

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Was a little shocked at how good this sounds . I have this set up in my bedroom 16x16 and had no problem filling the room .

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Looks great and sounds amazing!! Great purchase!

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Impressed by the quality of sound delivered from this soundbar.

Pros: Easy to set up and options are intuitive

Cons: Didn't come with an HDMI cable

Really nice. I didn't know how much I was missing. Has just the right amount of power and features. Easy to use. Great match for the TLC. Made TV more enjoyable. Clear voice and bass expander work well as well as 3D. The Sub fits nicely next to the bed and is a nice look. I also got the brackets to hang it from the tv wall mount but it would hang easily on the wall. Plays music from Bluetooth nicely.

Pros: Nice improvement Not too expensive Has a self powered wireless Subwoofer Features and app work well. Looks nice A Yamaha fan Well balanced sound

Cons: None that are notable

Sounds awesome

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Overall great sound always want more more bass but limited with wireless etc Great value as well

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This is my second one for another room...best value proposition in a soundbar anywhere. Yamaha never disappoints!

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Sounds ok, but just ok. Dissapointed in the bass, figured there would be more thump reading reviews and the recomendation from Crutchfield guy. Also have to really turn it up to get the tv sound I am looking for. If you want super bass and a bit louder sound from less volume look at other systems.

Pros: Price was ok, easy to connect.

Cons: Bass needs something. Doesnt have enough power.

Great product. Super simple to set up. AND... Crutchfield tech support help with with a challenge and now even happier. System worked fine in a few minutes, but I wanted my Roku remote to control the power on/off and the volume up/down of both my TV and the new soundbar system. They walked me through the setup settings on the TV and the connects. Works like a charm! With just my Roku remote, I can turn on and off the devices and control the volume. And it's all smart enough to turn off the TV volume when the sound bar is on, and turn the TV volume back on if the sound bar is turned off. Sounds and works great. Service and support are 10 stars as usual. I buy everything through Crutchfield and urge my friends and colleagues.

Pros: All good.

Cons: None so far.

The Yamaha YAS-207 was exactly what I was looking for. Great sound, easy setup, and tech support was very helpful in answering all my questions on recommendation of sound bars for my preference. Thanks Nemo! If your looking for a quality sound bar for movies and music at a low price I would highly recommend the Yamaha 207. I had a 7.1 system and didn't want all the clutter of wires and speakers in our new house. Everyone has been impressed with the sound quality, Bluetooth has work without any issues. Product was delivered on time as expected. I am very satisfied with the service from Crutchfield and will continue to order my audio and video equipment from them. AWESOME JOB Crutchfield!

Pros: Great sound and easy setup.

Cons: None.

This soundbar and wireless subwoofer are perfect for my setup and I can control it using my cable box's remote. It allows me to control the amount of subwoofer bass and I can use surround and/or stereo. I highly recommend it to friends and family.

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Excellentbsoundbar/wireless sub kit. Sound is beautiful from the bar; subwoofer has plenty of oomph without muddying things up. Was pleasantly surprised to see Dolby Atmos added in a recent firmware update. Avengers: Apocalypse was ETHEREAL!

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WOW!! This unit brought a new life to watching movies . I had a older sound system and it was ok but this sound bar it amazing forthe price.

Pros: It fits right in front of my samsung TV.

Cons: I will make another review in a few weeks once I get use to it. But 1st day it's a five

Product easily to install but doesn't has enough power as I had with my Samsung bar.

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just fine

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Replaced a BOSE Solo 5 with this one. Much better sound. Love the simple remote.

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This is a great little soundbar and for the price I'm not sure you could do much better. Great sound for small spaces, but with just a few more speakers it could probably fill a room of any size. While the DTS:X does add to the sound quality while watching movies it does not really come close to a true surround sound. It may be unreasonable to expect this, but if it is advertised... Overall I am very pleased with the YAS-207 and would highly recommend it.

Pros: Packs a punch especially in my small space. Great price. Easy to setup. Clear mids and highs. Low profile makes fitting the soundbar in any space easy.

Cons: The 3D effect is over-exaggerated. Switching between DSP modes is tricky without the app.

Great sound bar for it's price range

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set-up easy. overall sound quality improved especially via sub-woofer with music and movies. Clarity of voice (voice setting on) not that great over the factory speakers. Probably worth the money. Crutchfield is the best, always there for you. Great customer service, very good pricing. It is well worth the few extra pennies (if any)compared to Amazon.

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Came fast. Works great. Thanks

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Great sound . Couldn't ask for anything more for the price

Pros: Sound and sound options are great

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Good sound. Easy set up.

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This is my first time to buy a sound bar and didn't regret it although it's not as great as the home theater sounds. I don't know if the sound will get better if you download the app which I didn't it yet. It's worth what you paid for.

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I am a musician and have owned JBL high end product for years with great satisfaction. I was skeptical of using a sound bar but had no choice in going this route. I started with JBL of course and then Bose. I wasn't doing cartwheels over either brand. I tried this unit and am quite impressed. I didn't expect much volume or depth of bass but this unit delivers on both. It is what it is but it out performed my long term favorite brands. Nice work! The build quality is excellent for the money.

Pros: Easy set up and functionality. Very good sound quality. Good bass for the money.

Cons: No HDMI cable or male to male USB for updates.

Just purchased my Yamaha YAS 207 last week and I am most pleased with it's performance. The sound is better than expected for such a reasonably priced sound bar????????

Pros: Great sound, Excellent size, Great Price, Easy installation

Cons: So far NONE ??

Easy to install and set up. I was replacing a sound bar from a different manufacturer that also used the optical input. The sound quality is great and fast setup with the remote sub. I have been using this for over a week for movies, TV, and gaming and have no issues.

Pros: Easy setup, Remove wireless sub, simple settings

Cons: A little thicker than my last sound bar, only an issue if you have space constraints

nice sound bar for the money. You cant turn up the volume too much sound gets distorted

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Looking for a replacement for my old Only, and went with the Yamaha based off of review research. Great soundbar for the price. Bass really kicks. Very happy. Received item in 2 days and in great shape.

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I did some research before purchasing this product and I have to say that I'm very satisfied with my purchase. This soundbar easily performs ahead of what it's price tag would indicate. I once paid $100 more for a Bose soundbar that wasn't even half as good as this. Only things I wish it would have would be auto standby on all inputs and a remote with the more common AAA batteries. Aside from that you will not be disappointed.

Pros: Sound, price, ease of use, value for your dollar

Cons: No auto standby on all inputs, remote runs on the pricier kind of battery.

Great sound for the price point. I did a lot of research prior to my purchase and this sound bar seemed to be on all of the top sound bar reviews. I am very happy with this system. Solved my problem of the sound going out the back of the tv and up the ceiling.

Pros: Great sound, easy setup, looks nice. Plenty of sound options once you install the phone app.

Cons: No Internet connection. HDMI ports are tight to get to.

Solid Unit, Powerful, Full sound, and compact. Make sure you update the firmware. After the update the ARC function worked much better. Good Tech support as always. Ran it with HDMI and Optical connections to make sure everything worked. The Surround Sound vs the Stereo mode is quite useful depending on your audio source and mood. The sub has good range and deep bass. Overall a solid buy on a budget or limited room/space options.

Pros: Great sound Portable

Cons: Need to update firmware before use HDMI port could be in a better location or include a 90-degree adapter

Great recommendation. Sound clarity is perfect for the room i have it installed in. The sub woofer is also very good for the size of the room.

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It's definitely an upgrade to the TV speakers. Sound is good overall although the bass is not that good at higher volume and wish there was a way to dial in the sound a bit more since the highs could be a little more crisp. Also wish you could change the level of the clear voice feature. Not convinced these are better than my 5.1 polk surround sound speakers. It works seamlessly with my Roku remote with the HDMI/ARC connection which is huge plus (there was a little issue with installation but as always, Crutchfield support helped me fix it). The space saving design makes up for some of its inadequacies.

Pros: ARC connection to TV for remote Clear sound

Cons: Bass is lackluster and gets distortion at higher volume Needs more ways to dial in the sound

I had this setup and in use within 5 minutes. Everything connected and synced without issue. Sound is great and everyone in the house finds it is easy to use.

Pros: Big improvement to TV sound Less than 5 minutes to set-up and use Easy to use for TV and Bluetooth music

Cons: None so far, just had a few weeks

Easy to use, sounds great.

Pros: Easy to set up Great sound

Cons: Not always connecting to my older Sony TV for some reason

Sound quality is unbelievable. Top quality and design.

Pros: Sound, design, construction quality, are all top notch

Cons: Nothing. It's perfect

I just received the Yamaha YAS-207 and installed it. It sounds great. Very clean and crisp with great bass. I would definitely Purchase again.

Pros: looks great. Sound great. Easy to install. Great Crutchfield tech service. Great price.

Cons: None. Should of bought it sooner.

Sound is great. Disappointed my Comcast/Xfinity remote won't power it on (but does control volume). Also must push HDMI button every time on startup.

Pros: Sound

Cons: Remote required.

Great product. Sounds even better than I expected. Easy set up. The clarity of voices and sounds when watching movies is excellent.

Pros: Easy set up. Great sound

Cons: After hearing how great the sound was I wish it had Bluetooth Compatibilities to my phone for an app like Pandora. Other than that - no cons!

Impressive unit. Good recommendation from Brady my advisor. Still learning to use it but like it so far. Wish it had a second input for my Blue Ray disk, but it may work another way without swapping plugs, don't know 'cause I haven't tried. Packaging is excellent and very clever.

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I have had a 7.2 system with a Denon amplifier for years with giant Polk audio and AR speakers plus a separately powered 15" bass for years. The sound was magnificent. One day, I had come home and the wife through them out. She said they took up too much room. This sound bar to her sounds like a theater. Good spatial sounding speakers ,however, lacks the feeling of height and rear sounds with Virtual -X. Over all , an incredible Sound Bar .

Pros: Great sound for what I paid turns on and off with TV Improvement over TV speakers Clear voice mode compensates for no center channel

Cons: no center channel Can't add rear speakers Bass speaker not tight sounding like Vizio 2.1 Bass speaker

Sounds great in my apartment. Good bass, and clear voice. Can watch movies without subtitles again.

Pros: Clean look No bright lights Great sound

Cons: Crutchfield sipped in the Yamaha Box. There was zero effort to conceal what the product was.

I am satisfied with the product, I was looking for clearer sounds and voices and I have exactly what I was looking for. Next I want to play a music DVD and see how well it can perform.

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being a senior in the "golden years" which really are not very golden It took me a little bit longer to get the sound bar up and running. i,am however very pleased with my purchase. It is a great improvement over my tv speakers. Also the price is right. bottom line, if you are on a fixed income and looking to upgrade your sound at a very reasonable price don,t hesitate, BUY IT only negative issue is the wife complains about my volume at times

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Fast, free shipping was great. Product is performing as expected. Love the Yamaha.

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out of the box, HDMI hookup, power plug insertion and it was all good. Took far longer to attach new brackets on the TV wall hanger for the Yamaha than setup for the sound bar.

Pros: sounds great, easy to set up, good intuitive programming to interface with TV

Cons: None yet.

For the price and watching TV the sound bar is good value.

Pros: Very easy to set up.

Cons: Only just OK for listening to music

It is a good soundbar, the sound is very nice, but the app is kind of a joke, the sound modes besides 3d and stereo are worthless. It does not get as loud as my vizio soundbar went. Don't expect miracles from this sound bar in terms of surround sound, but it is quality.

Pros: Bluetooth hdmi low profile

Cons: Volume audio modes

This unit is easy to set up and the sound is amazing !

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Great buy that packs a powerful punch. Soundbar and subwoofer create movie theater quality sound to movies and TV. 3D Surround, clear voice, bass boost are the most impactful features of the system. Only complaint was with delivery... Purchase was delivered in its original box on a rainy day. This purchase should have been delivered in a cardboard box to conceal the purchase and protect from the weather. This was my 1st order, so this could be normal, if so that is certainly disappointing.

Pros: 3D Surround Clear Voice Bass boost Wireless subwoofer

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It's our first sound bar, so I have limited experience to compare. It's so much better than the TV, but no where near as good as our old fully wired surround sound system. And we expected that, so it's ok. Not sure if it's going to be good enough for me, so it may end up in the spare bedroom, but it's decent and inexpensive and buys us time while we figure out how to fit out our new space.

Pros: Inexpensive, easy to set-up, provides much better sound than the TV.

Cons: The sound is good, not great, and the subwoofer is pretty weak.

Works great and with the ARC support when it breaks for my grandma I just tell her turn the TV off and back on to fix any configuration issues she's having!

Pros: HDMI ARC Support Optical and Analog In Bluetooth connects quickly

Cons: Single HDMI input and output

The Crutchfield salesman helped me select the right sound bar for our specific problem in a matter of minutes.. Both my husband and I have hard hearing and the voice quality of the sound bar we were recommended at another retailer had to be returned because it did not provide the clear sound clarity they promised. This is when I called Crutchfield. We received this Yamaha sound bar in approx. 3 days and it works very well. For those that cannot understand some of what is being spoken on there TV this is a great sound bar.

Pros: Great soundbar and service.

Cons: Nothing

Very balanced sound. Sub-woofer is subtle but with plenty of "headroom".

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Like the product, made a nice difference in the quality of the sound from my tv. Not too difficult to set up after trying a couple of applications. Set up the subwoofer across the room which gives a nice effect. Overall for the price I am happy with this system.

Pros: Much better than tv speakers Good price for the quality

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I really like the new features on this unit. It has great "clear voice" quality and great "surround sound" sound.

Pros: Great price. Great "clear voice". Overall great sound quality.

Cons: Cable/tv remote controls volume on soundbar but not on/off. Had to try several drivers to get this so maybe there is a driver that would work to do everything.

Had purchased and returned Sony, Samsung and LG sound bars and Yamaha YAS-207 by far has been better BASS and clear voice control settings.

Pros: Deeper Base Clear voice Easy Set Up

Cons: It's a sound bar so don't compare it to a surround sound set up.

Nice sound for a small room. Good quality and fairly easy to asset up..

Pros: Quality construction.

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Love the sound especially when watching a movie in surround sound

Pros: Sound is great. Easy setup

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It has enhanced the audio reception

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This is my second Yamaha Sound Bar, I live in Kenai, Alaska and with Churtchfields free shipping Awesome. Carter was my advisor he did a great job. I have a YAS-106 and YAS-207 They are GREAT John Kenai, Alaska

Pros: This Sound bar is Great

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Adds big sound to a great TV. All we expected

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Good sound. Very easy to setup. I had a higher end sound bar (it died) that was much harder for setup.

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Good surround effect, nice solid subwoofer, handy wireless remote. A great value for a 300 dollar sound bar!

Pros: A great value for a quality sound bar, highly recommended in this price range.

Cons: Nothing major

This unit rivals high end 5.1 surround sound systems and just a fraction of the price! The sound bar/sub combo replaced my older Bose Acoistimass 10 system, and I can say that I am super impressed with the sound quality and deep bass tones. You will not be disappointed after purchasing the YAS-207!

Pros: Sounds quality, Price, ease of install

Cons: NONE!

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Great sound I love it.

Pros: small footprint sounds great lots of bass

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Nice clear sound. Installation easy. Just what I hoped it would be

Pros: Good sound. Good price. Quality excellent

Cons: Could not find screws to mount on wall in box

Great sound. Easy to install. The phone apps is a great feature.

Pros: Lots of features to fine tune the sound. The smart phone app is a great bonus.

Cons: The wall mounting is easy but the HDMI cables want to push the speaker off the simple bolt hooks. For a more finished look, I suggest a sound bar wall bracket.

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The sound s very natural and room filling , I have it set up in my bedroom that is 20x14 . Couldn't be happier it replaced a Bose solo 5 that was nice for voice but had no punch to it .Easy right out of the box and Yamaha delivered on the DTX 10 . Best bang for the bucks for sure

Pros: Sound is room filling in my bedroom

Cons: None yet

I've been dragged kicking and screaming into the world of sound bars and the Yamaha YAS-207 seems to be the answer to my problems. I wouldn't call myself an audiophile, but I do appreciate good sound. At the same time I'm a minimalist and don't like a lot of clutter. I'm old school and have an older (but high quality) Panasonic HD Plasma TV which has been set up as 5.1 through an older (but high quality) Yamaha receiver, Martin Logan towers in the front, Klipsch bookshelf in the back, Klipsch center speaker and Martin Logan powered subwoofer. In addition to the receiver I have a cd player, blu-ray player and cable box. This surround system worked well when I had a separate family/TV room and formal living room, but I've moved to a new house with a "great room". I wanted to clean it up and get an entertainment center to house all of it. I gave up pretty quickly on being able to get something to enclose the towers. Even after that I couldn't find a good piece of furniture to enclose the TV, components, center speaker and sub unless I had something custom built to the tune of $10,000. The tail seemed to be wagging the dog so I started looking into a soundbar and wireless powered subwoofer. The YAS-207 was priced right, hooked up easily and the sound (although not nearly as good as the old system) is perfectly fine for TV. It solved my clutter problems and fits into a standard entertainment center.

Pros: Streamlined, easy to set up, price, wireless sub, works well with bluetooth

Cons: Good sound, but not as good as high end speakers through a receiver

I only have experience with 2 sound bars, this one and a reconditioned Samsung J250. Typical audiophile I wanted to improve my system, read reviews, and decided that this Yamaha would do what I wanted (clarity, attractive, sub woofer for a little more fullness). This unit is no where near what the J250 produced, I have yet to hear in fullness from the sub, unless I put my ear right down on the speaker and the it's just a boom. I guess Clarity needs a definition and this Yamaha doesn't come near to the Samsung. You are always going to take a chance when acquiring something you don't get to listen to before purchase, my fault for not trying to listen to it prior to purchase. It is attractive consequently a 2 instead of a 1.

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The YAS-207 is an excellent sound bar with a full sound, including a great bass complement. The Crutchfield staff were extremely helpful in helping me navigate through the many soundbar products that are offered. Based on my needs and usage the Yamaha was the perfect fit. It was easy to connect to the TV and has great bluetooth capabilities. The price was great and I cannot be more happier based on my limited budget. I strongly recommend this soundbar the quality of sound is awesome!

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I replaced a JBL Cinema Base that failed to recognize its remote, evidently a common problem.Aftet some extensive research. I was very careful in the next selection since I wanted to take advantage of multiple formats with my Sony 3D 4K TV, 4K Sony DVD player and Apple TV. I settled on the Yamaha YAS-207 for style, features and reviews. Easy set up, firmware upgrade was quick and well documented. Adding the upgrade to take advantage of the DTS Virtual:X makes a significant difference to the sound experience. I had to experiment with positioning the wireless sub so that the sound was balanced. I found a nice spot where it's balanced out and still out of the way. The Clear Voice feature improves dialogue for the news and talk shows. Overall it's a great buy and Crutchfield's reviews, service and sales processe are unmatched,

Pros: Sound, style, features.

Cons: None do far

Unit was easy to install using the HDMI pass-through feature. The sound quality is great. Having a separate volume control for the woofer is nice for music. The clear voice feature is great for hearing impared listeners like me. My only negative is the display. The indicator lights can only be seen when you stand next to the unit.

Pros: Ease of installation, controls, sound quality

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WOW! What a sound bar. It was so easy to set up and sounds great. Would highly recommend

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Good product

Pros: Good sound bar for the price

Cons: Firmware needs to be uploaded

for the price the sound is great and the set up was easy

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Connecting to TV via bluetooth caused serious lag so the voices didn't match mouth moments. Connecting via optical was better but then the sound was not that good. The sub is connected over bluetooth so theres lag there no mater what. That probably happens to all wireless connected systems. Sent this one back and will get a wired system soon. **The reviews for over 50% stated the sound was great, seriously need to compare it to a real system or get their hearing checked. 5 stars for Crutchfield. They understood my issues and made the return easy, defiantly shopping here more.

Pros: Looks nice No wires to sub Easy setup

Cons: Poor sound quality Lag on sub all the time Lag in front speaker when connected over BT to TV

Amazing sound and really easy installation -- even wall-mounted. Love that it has ARC capabilities -- I'm able to use my television's remote to control the volume level of this soundbar. Wireless subwoofer is perfectly-sized and sounds great. And having the ability to control the bass level via the included remote is really nice.

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Absolutely great sound for the price. Wireless sub lets you find exactly the right placement for your room.

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This sound bar was all you said it would be in your sound bar rating article. I am very pleased with the Yamaha YAS 207 sound bar. The sound is fantastic! The setup was easy with straight forward installation instructions. The Bluetooth worked extremely well with my I-phone. Sound bars make tv watching more like theatre viewing especially with 65 inch screens or larger! Yamaha sound reproduction lived up to its expectations. Very pleased with product and service from Crutchfield's. Delivery arrived on schedule in god condition.

Pros: Sound reproduction Ease of use Price

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I would highly recommend this sound bar to anyone who has cost and/or space constraints but is still looking for respectable home audio (perfect for my 500 sq ft. apartment). Set up is easy, and the controls/connectivity are very user-friendly. The sound is much bigger than you'd expect from the product and has the clarity you expect from Yamaha. The bass reflex option extends the low end nicely, and the surround sound technology does as good a job as possible for a sound bar.

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really great surround sound, perfect for my bedroom. easy to mount on the wall and the owners guide is well done. the dts virtual x 3d surround has a bit of a hiss in the background. i like regular surround mode with clear voice and the subwoofer for the best sound. lots of extra features and solid build make this unit a great value. also, crutchfield had it on my doorstep in two days!

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Definitely the best bang for the buck for a sub soundbar at this price. I originally had my heart set on the Bose Soundtouch 300, but couldn't justify forking out that kind of money. Especially without a sub. I'm glad I made the fiscally responsible decision and went with the Yamaha. The Yamaha sounds fantastic, the bass is strong, and setup was very simple. I have it connected to a 65" Sony and Apple TV 4k, and whether I'm watching a movie, sports, or just listening to music, the sound is crisp and full and fills the entire first floor. Extremely pleased with this purchase. Oh, and the shipping from Crutchfield was super fast. Couldn't be happier.

Pros: Excellent sound. Strong bass. Much smaller than a true surround system. Setup was a breeze.

Cons: The virtual surround does a nice job for what it is, but it won't work miracles.

works and sounds as advertised. Great Clearvoice. very good bass reflex. Phone app very handy. I did recommend the yas-207 and then the price went up. oops

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I bought this after doing some quick research for my Bose Solo that decided to stop working. I was looking at a local store and a review mentioned that version couldn't be updated to the DTS Virtual:X, so I looked for the original version and found it on sale from Crutchfield, Since they have great service and support I ordered it from them. The TV I connected it to had no HDMI ARC or optical output, only a digital coax output, so I had to buy a converter to connect the optical from the soundbar to the coax on the TV. It connected fairly easy and came right up after initial connection and powering on. Sub-woofer was already paired out of the box. I had to tinker with the Bluetooth option to get it switch then pair. I am still figuring out the easiest way to switch to Bluetooth as it doesn't seem to do it immediately. I tested the auto on with the TV and it didn't work, I need to review the info on that as it might only be with the HDMI ARC connection, which I don't have on the TV I am using it on at the moment. (Please note, this review was written shortly after I connected it and did some quick tests. I was delayed on connecting it due to the digital optical/digital coax converter I had to get for my setup. So I was trying to get the review in they were requesting sooner rather than later). Overall I am pleased with it with little experience with it. I'm sure I will like it more once I get used to all the variations and settings. I would definitely tell friends to get this unit.

Pros: Easy to connect and use. Process to pair to wireless sub-woofer is simple if it isn't paired out of the box Sound options are versatile enough without being overwhelming.

Cons: Bluetooth took a little tinkering to get to switch to it then pair with my phone.

Like the sound but could not get the unit to work with my samsung remotes volume control due to the fact that the TV does not support ARC on its HDMI inputs. Not happy about having to use ANOTHER remote to control volume.Called support but could not advise me on any other solution. I assumed dit would be able to be configured to use my TV's remote so Iam not happy about that. Too much hassle to return it.

Pros: Sounds good with flexible settings

Cons: Cant use with my Samsung TV's remote to control volume.

awesome sound for a reasonable price. easy to install, wireless sub is great

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Between a sale going on and some discount Crutchfield points I had, I was able to get this for much less. It replaces a YAS-106 and there's no comparison. Though I have yet to experience directional audio from the surround, the audio does fill the room as if it were coming from everywhere. The one downside, which I've seen mentioned elsewhere, is the dropoff of the subwoofer at lower volumes (which leaves the bar sounding worse than the native TV audio, which I wouldn't have thought possible), but I find rebooting the unit seems to take care of that.

Pros: Phenomenal sound for the price Easy setup

Cons: Subwoofer can drop off at lower volumes

I was looking for a good-sounding, compact solution to pair with a 65" tv. This Yamaha fit the bill perfectly with its good design, ease of use, and excellent sound dynamics. Subwoofer was paired out of the box and remote control was intuitive. The ability to adjust and enhance dialogue is a major plus. I was especially excited to try out the simulated surround as this is one of the first sound bars to feature DTS Virtual:X. The experience was quite good, but the height simulation was a bit lacking. The HDMI input and ARC connectivity is nice as it allows the unit to be turned on and controlled from the remotes of other components. Overall this is a great value and will work well in most small and even medium sized rooms. Highly recommended.

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Haven't had it long enough to judge music, but TV audio is certainly more lively, if that's what you like. The Clear Voice setting works better for me. Unfortunately I can only get it to work in optical cable. HDMI ARC won't sync and I tried two TVs. Can't get BT to synch with TV or phone either.

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Crutchfield response on 5/1/2018 Steve, we're sorry you're having issues with your soundbar. If the problem continues, please just reach out to our Tech Support team. They can help you solve the problem or set up a return within 60 days of purchase. Lifetime tech support comes with every Crutchfield purchase.

Bought this Yamaha YAS-207 to replace my 6+ year old Yamaha Soundbar. Was swayed by price, and DTS Virtual:X ability. Could not afford the Dolby Atmos, or high end sound projectors that exist today. This does a good job with bass, and dialogue. Coming from a prior sound projector bar, this until lacks spaciousness, even when using DTS Virual X. Setup was quick and easy, and my unit already had the DTS Firmware upgrade. For the average home listener, I think they will be more than pleased with the value, and performance of the Yamaha YAS-207.

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The set up was very easy and quick. The sound quality was very good for the Yamaha YAS-207 for the price. It met the sound requirements for us.

Pros: Good sound. Easy to set up.

Cons: Haven't noticed any to date. We've had the system for 2 to 3 weeks.

Great sound system. Sounds best in surround sound mode. You have to run the sub below half or it will over power your highs. I'm very satisfied.

Pros: Everything

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This system was outstanding from the start. It was easy to install and the clear voice setting works great. The clear voice setting was one of the main reasons we purchased this unit. Most of the movies made today the actors mumble or speak so softly the sound setting for normal listening make it impossible to understand what they are saying many times. The "clear voice Setting" gives that extra boost at the normal voice audio frequencies.

Pros: Easy to install, good frequency range, simple remote easy to use

Cons: No LED display of settings only light of each setting on or off is not distinguishable at distance

We bought this for watching movies in the bedroom. Perfect size and output for this application.

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Very pleased with sound bar. Wish I had been able to get satallite remote to control volume

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Donnt think first review went through,mine dropped sound every 60 sec.replacement bar still drops sound every hour,but have to keep as I'm hard of hearing. Waste of money but for price you get what you pay for

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Good speaker for the money

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Very nice performance for the price... great in a small space.

Pros: Good look, easy control....

Cons: Cannot Power on and of with television.... need second remote. App a bit clunky and awkward.

My first sound bar system... without a comparison, I am quite pleased with this unit... Definitely need HDMI cable. optical does not allow primary tv remote to control... That said, There was some initial challenge in that you need to plug the hdmi into the "out" on the Yamaha unit, which is illogical, but nonetheless complet3d the,set up.. Listening to classical music this Easter morn.. quite nice sound

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Just what I was looking for. Thanks

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Purchased as an upgrade to my Sony HT CH-260 soundbar purchased in 2013. The YAS-207 has the clearer dialogue I was looking for even without the 'clear voice' option enabled. Set-up is best when connecting primary source (in my case hi-def cable) to the soundbar via HDMI and then connecting the soundbar to the 4k Sony TV with HDMI through the TV's ARC connection. By using the ARC connection I can control TV on/off and soundbar on/off and volume with either my TV remote or my cable box remote without reprogramming the remote to accomodate the soundbar. You need to go to the Yamaha website for the YAS-207 firmware update that provides the DTS:X surround feature. The file is not large but it has to be downloaded to your computer from the Yamaha website. Once downloaded you should find it in your downloaded files directory as a compressed file. From there you should have an option to decompress and transfer the file. Connect a USB memory device to your computer and transfer it there. Be sure the USB memory device has no other files on it. Disconnect the USB memory device and follow the website instruction for connecting it to your soundbar to download the uncompressed firmware update file. Yes, a lot of effort but well worth it in my opinion. The sound is amazing for such a reasonably priced soundbar. Very pleased.

Pros: Sound quality Value

Cons: DTS:X firmware update is challenging

Great sound in a small package. A little tricky pairing it with my TV remote but finally figured it out. Bought from scratch & dent but noticed no flaws at all. Delivered in 2 days instead of promised 3. Well done. Super sound in 3D surround setting which really fills the room.

Pros: Super sound. Very flexible settings. Bluetooth pairing a plus. Rich bass from wireless unit. Handles DTS X with ease.

Cons: Tricky pairing with my TV remote. Not a serious drawback.

Fantastic sound system for the dollars.

Pros: Cost, astetics, good sound without being overpowering

Cons: It's a little thicker than I thought. Blocks the remote signal to the TV. Not something that would cause me to exchange it. Not quite as clear as my previous sound system but I did not want to spend a huge amount.

Sounds great, everything I expected. Fast delivery.

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I love the sound from the Yamaha YAS-207. I connected it to a Samsung 8 series and it is the perfect combination. It is crisp with a great bass. It was very easy to install. At the moment, I am using optical cable but I will try the HDMI connection as well. The remote allows you to control the sub woofer, the surround, etc. I also tested the bluetooth by connecting the YAS-207 to my iPhone, it works great. The bar itself looks stylish as it is not bulky at all.

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This sound bar made a enormous difference in terms of the quality and clarity of sound from our Panasonic Viero TV. It was very easy to install and looks beautiful, very low profile. It greatly improved the sound of dialogue on programs and the sub woofer was an added bonus to our listening pleasure - gotta love that base

Pros: ease of installation and clarity of sound

Cons: none

I have owned several systems over the years, and my favorite one incorporated a Yamaha RX-Z7 receiver. I have previously looked at sound bars for bedroom use, but they were honestly terrible. It's important to note that this will not make you think about replacing a dedicated system. Having noted that, I can assure you that if your enthusiasm for sound bars has been tempered by experience, give this a shot; it's darn admirable for the money and simplicity. As always, Crutchfield pulls through.

Pros: Simplicity, integration into areas that don't normally integratd well. Sounds much better than sound bars I have previously demo'd.

Cons: No display on the TV.

Great sound! Hooked it up in 5 minuets - very easy. Upgraded from an inexpensive old sounbar and I am very pleased. Still trying to figure out how to use my Apple TV.

Pros: Great sound and it is low enough so I can still use my TV remote. The base is excellent.

Cons: No slot to plug into my Apple TV.

This is replacing another Yamaha soundbar and seperate subwoofer. I think this is good kit for the price for a mid-sized room, but I had my reservations when I 1st purchased it. I didn't like the sound quality during the 1st week and thought of sending it back. Fast forward to present and I sometimes think my B&W 803 speakers, that are used purely for audio, are accidently on. In other words, I think this set needs some time to break-in and open up in order to reach its potential. Placement is also key. The subwoofer should be upfront and not behind you. Mine is approximately 4 ft away from the bar and against a wall. Also my soundbar is slightly elevated and 2/3's sits on a very firm foam padding, that is very hard to see, but made a significant difference to my ears, as soon as I added it.

Pros: Price Sound

Cons: It blocks my remote control, but that'll go away once I hang the TV and soundbar

After speaking with Crutchfield tech support we replaced the "static popping" Klipsch soundbar with this one. Yamaha sounds and works great. No audio problems. My LG Ultra 4k tv supports syncing with other devices. Using a Premium HDMI cable between the satellite box and the soundbar, and another between the TV and soundbar (using the HDMI ARC) port, the Directv remote turns ON and OFF all devices as well as controlling volume. Slick. Everything working great. Audio is very good and the Clear Voice setting is much appreciated. Thanks Crutchfield.

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Great sound and really easy to set up!

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Clear full sound with voices sharp and bass is very powerful. Surprisingly great sound for the price. Sounds like a much more expensive system.

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I honestly do not know why this thing is getting such high ratings. The day I received it I asked to return it. (which Crutchfield sent a return label) To my ears, the sound is horrible. Soo much treble without any mid range. Its just bad. I did the firmware upgrade for the surround to work. Im not hearing any surround. Just tons of treble and bass. Nothing in between. I really tried to like it. I hate returning things. Movies on Netflix sound ok. But on cable, its bad. Then I fired up my Xbox One. That was the straw. For gaming. Its horrible! Almost useless.

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It's safe to say that at this price point, this sound bar beats out the competition in the price range. This is top of the line for this segment. Of course yamaha bar does a great job with the mids and highs, but paired with its powerful sub the unit truly rocks the house. Where it truly excels is cinematic audio - When it's used with DTS:X content it's quite good. Not as good as a more expensive DTS:X or Atmos bar, but for the money, again... This can't be bested.

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Bought this on sale and was pleasantly surprised at the sound quality

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Great product sounds phenomenal

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First and foremost, I love this sound bar. So why the low rating? I am on my third unit. Crutchfield was kind enough to replace my initial purchase. Then the same issue happened again. The subwoofer will randomly pop. And not quietly, it's like the cork off of a champagne bottle. Then Yamaha was kind enough to warranty exchange with me. That all went smoothly and the new sound bar showed up relatively quick. Which was super cool of them. But, here's that but. I have the same dang issue. Is it my house? My house is new (2008). I've tried three different placements l, even one next to the soundbar. If anyone has any idea what I am doing wrong please let me know. I'm frustrated because I really like this soundbar. If anyone knows, even the people at Crutchfield. Please contact me.

Pros: Room filling sound! It really is as advertised.

Cons: I'm on my third unit with the same issue with the subwoofer. Is it me?

Crutchfield response on 2/20/2018 Once we saw this review, our Tech Support team reached out to Adam to help him further. Lifetime tech support comes with every Crutchfield purchase.

Love the sound abd bass on this product , space saver as well.

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Sound is great-perfect for bedroom-good value for the price -free shipping -buying from Crutchfield was easy.THANKS! GG

Pros: Great Sound-Good price-

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The subWolfer is great I'll like that I can adjust it with the remote well worth the money

Pros: The sound it fits in front of my TV without blocking my remote

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Excellent Value. 100% better than tv speakers

Pros: So much better than Sony TV speakers. Easy to install

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Great sound. Firmware update was easy.

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I have a small house, but I needed a surround sound system for my movies and Netflix shows. This soundbar absolutely rocks! I haven't had time to dive into all the features yet, but it makes my small room feel like a movie theater! The subwoofer thumps, and the mids/highs are crystal clear...typical Yamaha. Crutchfield customer service is really the reason I only buy here...they simply do it right 100% of the time. Highly recommend this unit, and highly highly recommend Crutchfield!

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Good sound and price. Fast delivery

Pros: Well packed, works well, good sound and price.

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Good amount of bass and well built without rattles. The highs could be a bit more clear however. Easy to use and setup, seems like a good purchase.

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Never had a sound bar before, so don't really have a comparison point, but this Yamaha is unreal. Watched a movie for the first time using it last night and was blown away by the sound clarity both dialogue and music. The subwoofer really pumps, and the sound bar far exceeded my expectations. I have this paired to a 43" TV in a bedroom, and I dare say I like the sound quality better than the high end setup in my main home theater room. Maybe I have some tweaking to do on my main system.

Pros: Quality construction, Yamaha reputation, crisp and clear dialogue and bass.

Cons: None so far, love this. Wish Music Cast was included at this price point.

Crystal clear sound you get More that what you payd fir

Pros: Very clear siund

Cons: No cons

The receiver produces good quality sound and I like the Clear Voice feature. The subwoofer is a little too 'boomy' for my small room, so I have it turned down almost as far as it will go and I still get plenty of bass. I have not yet succeeded in connecting this sound bar to my Samsung TV via HDMI and getting both sound and picture, but Crutchfield's tech support did try to help with that. It works okay with the digital optical cable.

Pros: Good sound Clear Voice feature

Cons: HDMI (ARC) may require some fiddling

Great value IMHO. Easy setup. Sounds amazing. Had to try twice to get the firmware update to load, but no big deal. The phone app is the best interface for my purposes, but it doesn't seem to auto-connect to the soundbar, so I will need to do some further investigation on that. This is the first component I've used that is equipped with HDMI ARC and it works great with my LG tv.

Pros: Great Value. HDMI ARC. Convenient phone app.

Cons: None, so far.

Seems to be exactly what everyone else says for the price I give it a great buy for what you get. Sounds great on all levels

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Excellent choice for my use. No regrets. It was easy to install and the Bluetooth sub woofer makes it even better reducing the wire clutter. The sound is amazing for my use (average user). It pumps enough bass for my taste. Other reviewers say that they cannot get the volume control level on their TV but I think it is just a matter of setup. I was able to program the unit as an auxiliary device on my Charter cable remote and I see the volume control on my TV, which by the way is 6 years old. The surround and clear voice options are also great.

Pros: Great sound bar all around. No complaints

Cons: None at the time of this review

We like the better sound it gives us instead of the tin can sound coming from our Vizio tv. The set up was very easy and it's great to listen to music from our Ipad with the Bluetooth connection. We like it so far.

Pros: Bluetooth connection

Cons: No volume displayed on tv is the only complaint we have with it.

First off I would like to thank David my advisor. I had 3 sound bars in mind, he informed me about them all. I chose this one and said here we go. This thing sounds better than a budget bar, with the right settings it rivals my 2.1 system with a Sony home theater receiver and 150 watt sub and two bookshelf spkrs @ 100 watts x 2. Not sure about the virtual x yet, but i did download & upload the update to the unit. Trying different settings to get the best out of the unit is what I did. The app helps also.

Pros: Very good surround sound, bass is good for a 6 1/4 woofer with 100 watts.

Cons: Sub Crossover not adjustable: Crossover frequency causes voices to be carried through the sub at times. Keeping the sub near the bar helps with not hearing this.

Cannot upload direct x as package did not come with cable to do so. Also the advertisement makes it sound like direct x is so simple when in fact its a pain, u need the cable, memory card, then find download, then hookup cable, then download into unit, u get the the picture.

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The Yamaha YAS-207 is perfect for my 14'x20' room and fits my needs perfectly. The equipment is well made and aesthetically pleasing. The sub-woofers compact design is well thought out and fits in a small area. My only problem hooking it up to my 4 year-old Samsung TV, was that my TV didn't allow for the use of the supplied optical cable, so I had to purchase 2 HDMI cables. Also, the base of the TV projected out 3' away from the screen causing the sound bar to sit way too far onto the TV stand, which was remedied by cutting two pieces of black neoprene pipe insulation and attaching them to the bottom of the sound bar with double-stick tape. This added to the height of the sound bar allowing it to bridge the TV base and tuck in tightly to the screen. An added benefit to elevating the bar is, now it has greater air circulation beneath it. The surround sound is superior compared to the television speakers, and is great for listening to Pandora radio over the TV. Overall, I am very pleased with the build quality and sound of this equipment, but the bass could be a little bit deeper for my taste.

Pros: Great sound for the money. Quality construction. Aesthetically pleasing.

Cons: Sub Woofer is a little weak.