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Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 (YAS-408) Powered sound bar with Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth®, Apple® AirPlay® 2 and wireless subwoofer

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If you want room-filling sound without the hassle of lots of speakers, Yamaha's MusicCast BAR 400 is an elegant...

If you want room-filling sound without the hassle of lots of speakers, Yamaha's MusicCast BAR 400 is an elegant...

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About the Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 (YAS-408)

Emily S.

Immersive sound in a tidy package

If you want room-filling sound without the hassle of lots of speakers, Yamaha's MusicCast BAR 400 is an elegant solution. Its low profile and streamlined design will slip easily into your home's decor, but the upgrade to your TV's audio will definitely make an impact on your binge-watching game.

Immersive sound in a tidy package

Compact, decor-friendly Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400

Yamaha's MusicCast BAR 400 is compact in size, but it is chock-full of features.

If you want room-filling sound without the hassle of lots of speakers, Yamaha's MusicCast BAR 400 is an elegant solution. Its low profile and streamlined design will slip easily into your home's decor, but the upgrade to your TV's audio will definitely make an impact on your binge-watching game.

Clear Voice processing brings speech to the forefront so that dialogue is easier to hear and understand, while DTS Virtual:X digital signal processing broadens the soundstage for an even more immersive cinematic experience.

The included sub has a 6-1/2” woofer to add low-end punch to your movies, shows, and music. Plus it's wireless — so you can park it in the most convenient and best-sounding spot. Just remember that it needs AC power.

How does DTS Virtual:X work?

Many sound bars simulate Dolby Atmos or DTS:X by bouncing sound off your walls and ceiling. That's not what's happening here. DTS Virtual:X uses "spatial audio techniques" to make it seem like the sound is all around you. Incredibly sophisticated audio delays and adjustments create a larger, wider soundstage. That includes overhead atmospheric effects like leaves rustling on a tall tree or birds chirping above.

Check out Jeff Miller's article "What is DTS Virtual:X?" for more details.

Surround yourself

Virtual surround sound has come a long way, but there's just no substitute for the real thing. So if you want an even more immersive experience, you can add one or two MusicCast 50 speakers or a pair of MusicCast 20 speakers behind your viewing area to deliver complete wraparound sound effects. 

Plenty of options for music, too

The MusicCast BAR 400 offers a variety of options for streaming your content, including Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi®, Apple® AirPlay®, and Spotify® Connect. It even supports high-resolution audio formats up to 24-bit/192kHz. And it's easy to select and control your music using the free Yamaha MusicCast app.

Part of a whole-home audio system

MusicCast uses your existing Wi-Fi network to stream music wirelessly throughout your home. Expand your system by adding compatible speakers, and you can play different music in each room, or group your speakers so they all play the same thing. The system is also Alexa-compatible, so if you have an Amazon Echo device, you can control it with your voice. 

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Product highlights:

    System:
    • two-channel sound bar with wireless subwoofer
    • Dolby Digital® and DTS® decoding
    • DTS Virtual:X digital sound processing emulates object-based surround sound like DTS:X and Dolby Atmos
      • add one or two Yamaha MusicCast 50 speakers or a pair of MusicCast 20 speakers for full surround sound (sold separately)
    • connects to your Wi-Fi network and Yamaha's MusicCast wireless whole home music system
    •  compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant devices (sold separately) for voice control
    • 5 listening modes: Music, Movie, TV Program, Sports, and Game
    • Clear Voice mode for clearer, louder dialogue with movies and shows
    • 200 watts of built-in amplification
    Sound Bar:
    • four 1-3/4" woofers
    • two 1" tweeters
    • rests on a TV stand or can be mounted on a wall using keyhole slots
    • 38-5/8"W x 2-3/8"H x 4-3/8"D
    • weight: 6 lbs.
    Subwoofer:
    • 6-1/2" cone woofer
    • syncs wirelessly with sound bar
    • 100-watt built-in amplifier
    • 7-1/8"W x 17-7/8"H x 16"D
    • weight: 21 lbs.
    MusicCast Wireless Multi-room Music System:
    • connects to your Wi-Fi network for wireless music listening
    • built-in Bluetooth lets you stream directly from compatible devices
    • free MusicCast app lets you group and control up to 10 MusicCast devices
      • play the same song through multiple speakers or different songs in different rooms
    • support for online music services, including Spotify®, Pandora®, SiriusXM, and thousands of free internet radio stations (subscription required for some services)
    • plays MP3, AAC, WMA, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, and AIFF files
    • supports high-res playback for PCM-based files up to 24-bit/192kHz
    • Compressed Music Enhancer for smoothing out the sound of over-compressed MP3 files
    • Apple AirPlay 2 for flexible streaming options with compatible Apple devices
    • DLNA support for streaming music from compatible networked computers and NAS drives
    • supports 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi® (2.4 GHz)
    Connections and General Info:
    • 1 HDMI input, and 1 HDMI output with ARC (Audio Return Channel)
      • HDCP 2.2 copy-protection compatibility for 4K broadcast and streaming content
      • HDR-compatible with support for Dolby Vision™, HLG, and HDR10 formats
      • 3D passthrough
    • optical digital input
    • 3.5mm analog minijack aux input
    • Ethernet port for a wired connection to a home network
    • warranty: 2 years
    • MFR # YAS-408BL

    No A/V receiver required.

    What's in the box:

    • Active soundbar speaker (YAS-CU408)
    • Wireless powered subwoofer (NS-WSW43)
    • Two 6' AC power cords
    • Remote control (VAH0130)
    • CR2025 3V battery (installed in remote)
    • 5' Optical digital cable
    • Quick Start Guide
    • Safety Brochure
    • Warranty Information
    • Online Product Registration Information
    • "Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices" note
    • Spotify brochure
    • Wall-Mount Template

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    Features & specs

    General
    Design Bar
    Amplification Self-powered
    Separate Subwoofer Yes
    Wireless Surrounds Optional
    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 No
    Virtual Surround 3D 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 Wireless
    Audio Specs
    Tweeter 1" Dome (2)
    Midrange None
    Woofer 1.75" Cone (4)
    Subwoofer Driver 6.5" Cone
    Enclosure Sealed(Bar),Ported(Sub)
    System Frequency Response 40-23k Hz
    Sound Bar RMS Power 100
    Subwoofer RMS Power 100
    Video Connections
    HDMI Inputs 1
    HDMI Outputs 1
    Video Specs
    HDMI Version 2.0b
    HDMI Video Pass-through Resolution 4K
    HDR Video Compatible Yes
    Control
    Includes Remote Yes
    Voice Control Alexa & Google Assistant optional
    Control by App Apple iOS, Android
    HDMI CEC Yes
    Remote IR Passthrough No
    Learns TV Remote No
    Audio Streaming
    Bluetooth Connectivity Built-in 4.2
    Bluetooth Audio Playback Yes
    Bluetooth Transmitter Mode No
    Online Music Sources via MusicCast
    Apple AirPlay AirPlay 2
    Chromecast built-in No
    Amazon Music Yes
    Apple Music No
    Pandora Yes
    SiriusXM Yes
    Spotify Yes
    TIDAL Yes
    TuneIn Yes
    YouTube Music No
    Files on Your Network Yes
    Wi-Fi Networking
    Built-in Wi-Fi Version 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
    Bands 2.4, 5.0 GHz
    Other Info
    Wall-mountable Yes
    Mounting Bracket Included No
    Sound Bar Size (inches) 2-3/8H x 38-5/8W x 4-3/8D
    Sound Bar Weight 6 lbs
    Subwoofer Size (inches) 17-7/8H x 7-1/8W x 16D
    Subwoofer Weight 21 lbs
    Speaker Parts Warranty 2 Years
    Speaker Labor Warranty 2 Years
    Amplifier Parts Warranty 2 Years
    Amplifier Labor Warranty 2 Years
    The Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 (YAS-408) replaces these items:

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    Audio Section
    Video Section
    Wireless Multiroom Audio
    App/Voice/Remote Control
    Mounting Options

    Audio Section

    Active Soundbar Speaker: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) active soundbar speaker features a 2ch driver configuration with one 1" dome tweeter and two 1.75" mid-woofers for each of the left & right channels (for a total of two 1" tweeters and four 1.75" mid-woofers). The active soundbar speaker utilizes a 50 watt x 2 channel amplifier to power the enclosed drivers for a 100 watts of total power.

    Wireless Powered Subwoofer: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) includes a wireless powered subwoofer that features a side-firing 6.25" woofer powered by a built-in 100 watt amplifier for dynamic bass response. A front-firing port aids in deeper, bigger bass response. Since the powered sub is wireless, you don't have to connect a cable between the soundbar and the sub (you still will need to plug the sub's AC power cord into a wall). The powered sub's wireless range is 33'.

    Dolby Digital & DTS Compatible: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) soundbar decodes 2ch PCM, multi-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, & DTS audio signals. You can listen to these audio formats in a virtual surround mode or a 2ch stereo mode. The 2ch stereo mode is ideal for music, while the virtual surround mode provides a much more immersive soundfield for movies.

    Digital Audio Connector Audio Signal Type Audio Signal Format
    HDMI Multichannel PCM 2ch-6ch, 32-192kHz, 16/20/24-bit
    Bitstream Dolby Digital, DTS
    Optical 2Ch PCM 2ch, 32-96Hz, 16/20/24-bit
    Bitstream Dolby Digital, DTS

    DTS Virtual:X + 3D Surround: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) can deliver immersive 3D surround sound, simulating sound effects that seem to move around the listener and even have a sense of height. Thanks to DTS Virtual:X & 3D Surround the MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) allows surround sound to be heard not only from horizontal directions, but also from varying heights. DTS Virtual:X can be used with any content (from 2ch to 5.1ch soundtracks), while delivering virtual height & virtual surround processing based on psychoacoustics (not reflective surfaces).  Ideal for use with any multichannel content (including DTS- and Dolby-encoded soundtracks) it creates more spacious, lifelike sound for all of your favorite TV shows, movies and games.

    Audio Enhancements: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) offers a variety of audio settings to enhance your listening experience, so you can enjoy your movies and music even more.

    • Surround Presets: From Yamaha's free MusicCast Controller app on your Apple iOS or Android device you can select between different surround modes - TV Program, Stereo, Movie, Music, Sports, & Game. Or, you can simply select a 2ch stereo mode.
    • 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.
    • Bass Extension: Yamaha's exclusive Bass Extension technology boosts the bass from the wireless powered sub to produce a bigger, fuller sound. You an also adjust the wireless powered subwoofer's volume level independently from the system'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.

    Wireless Surround: You can combine the MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) with a pair of MusicCast 20 (WX-021) speakers, a pair of MusicCast 50 (WX-051) speakers, or a single MusicCast50 (WX-051) speaker and enjoy the convenience of creating a home theater system with wireless rear speakers in a 4.1-channel configuration. From the MusicCast Controller app you can adjust the distance and level of each surround speaker. The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) and the MusicCast 20 (WX-021) or MusicCast 50 (WX-051) speakers must be on the same wireless network.

    Analog & Digital Audio Inputs: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) is outfitted with both analog & digital audio inputs 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 some 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 Audio: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) offers built-in Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless music streaming (A2DP) & control (AVRCP). This allows you to stream stored music, music apps, and other audio content on your Bluetooth-enabled source devices (such as your smartphone, tablet, desktop computer, or laptop) to the MusicCast WX-021 speaker. The speaker has a wireless Bluetooth range of approximately 33'.

    • SBC + AAC Codecs: In addition to support for the standard SBC Bluetooth audio codec, the MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) speaker offers support of AAC. By supporting AAC, the MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) offers better audio performance of the music streamed from your Apple iOS device.
    • Multi-Device Pairing: The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) can be paired with multiple Bluetooth source devices, but only one device can be connected and used at a time. If one or Bluetooth devices had been connected to the speaker before, the speaker will automatically connect to the last connected device when Bluetooth is enabled.
    • Linked Playback Mode: With Linked Playback Mode, music streamed via Bluetooth to one MusicCast device can then be wirelessly streamed to multiple MusicCast devices for multiroom audio. Bluetooth is limited to the SBC codec during Linked Playback mode.
    Note: The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) does not support Bluetooth hands-free communication for making and answering phone calls.

    ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature of the Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408)'s HDMI output allows audio to be sent from your compatible TV to the soundbar through the same HDMI cable already being used to send audio and video to your TV. This eliminates the need for extra cables connected to your television.

    Note: The ARC-enabled HDMI input on some TVs will only pass 2ch PCM from devices connected to the TV via HDMI or analog, so we recommend that you connect your Blu-ray player or Satellite/Cable box to the Yamaha soundbar directly; and then connect the MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408)'s ARC-enabled HDMI output to your TV's ARC-enabled HDMI input. This setup will give you with the best overall sound performance.

    Video Section

    HDMI 2.0b: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) is outfitted with one HDMI input and one HDMI ARC output that support the latest HDMI 2.0b specifications; including 4K/60Hz, HDCP 2.3, HDR (High Dynamic Range), 4:4:4 color subsampling, & Wide Color Gamut (BT.2020) for full support of today's 4K content from Ultra HD Blu-ray & online video services (like Amazon & Netflix).

    • 4K/60Hz + HDCP 2.3: The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) supports up to 4K (3840x2160 pixels) video @ 60 frames per second through its HDMI input and output. It also supports a 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p video signal. The HDMI input and output also support HDCP 2.3 (available firmware update), which fully complies with the latest copyright protection standard for 4K video transmission.
    • 4:4:4 Color Subsampling: In addition, the HDMI input and output support RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2, and YCbCr 4:2:0 color subsampling (@ 60Hz or 50Hz). With 4:4:4 color subsampling, luminance (brightness) and chroma (color) are sampled at the same rate; resulting in an RGB color palette as big as the video sampling rate for a video image with more colors, plus greater color accuracy and detail.
    • Wide Color Gamut (BT.2020): The BT.2020 color standard delivers a much wider color gamut and represents about 75% of the total visual color spectrum, while the current Rec. 709 color standard selected as the color space for HDTVs and early generation 4K Ultra HDTVs covers only 35% of the total visual color spectrum.

    HDR (High Dynamic Range): The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) supports HDR (high dynamic range) Video - including HDR 10, Dolby Vision, and Hybrid Log-Gamma. HDR (High Dynamic Range Video) provides enhanced picture quality by simultaneously enabling greater detail for both the dark and bright parts of an image. HDR reproduces a greater dynamic range of luminosity or brightness levels, creating greater contrast. This increased contrast reveals the subtle nuances of the image, from detailed blacks and shadows to the brightest whites and colors, plus greater depth.

    • HDR 10: HDR 10 is an open standard and currently the most popular HDR format on the market. It uses static metadata at the start of a movie to tell the soundbar system and your TV that the video content is encoded using HDR.
    • Hybrid-Log Gamma: HLG (Hybrid-Log Gamma) is primarily designed for live video feed and over-the-air broadcasts. It uses no pre-encoded metadata and is backwards compatible with SDR. HLG's native compatibility allows much of today's existing SDR infrastructure to be re-used for HDR in the future.
    • Dolby Vision: Unlike HDR 10 which contains static metadata and HLG which uses no metadata, Dolby Vision uses dynamic metadata technology which sets individual color and brightness levels for each and every scene. Dolby works directly with filmmakers at major Hollywood studios to create superior HDR video masters of blockbuster movies.

    Other HDMI Features: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) also offers 3D video pass-through, Deep Color & x.v.Color support, as well as an auto LipSync function via HDMI.

    • 3D Ready: The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) soundbar supports 3D video pass-through (720p/1080p only) from connected 3D-compatible Blu-ray, games and broadcast devices to 3D-compatible HDTVs (all 3D components must be connected via HDMI). Special eyewear will be required for viewing 3D content.
    • Deep Color & x.v.Color: The soundbar's HDMI jacks support Deep Color & x.v.Color content, which can display a larger color range than standard-definition schemes. The result is a more lifelike, vibrant picture.
    • Auto Lip-Sync: The soundbar speaker system automatically adjusts the delay in output timing between video signals and audio signals so they match when you are watching a movie. You can also manually adjust the audio delay between 0 to 500 ms.
    Wireless Multiroom Audio

    MusicCast: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) is part of Yamaha's MusicCast multiroom audio eco-system. MusicCast from Yamaha, brings music to every room in your home wirelessly with control provided by the free MusicCast Controller app for Apple iOS 10.0+ and Android OS 4.1+. Designed to easily work with your existing home WiFi network, MusicCast offers access to a wide range of audio content from your downloaded music library, Internet radio, and select online music services. MusicCast is enabled on many 2015-up Yamaha components like their AV receivers, wireless speakers, soundbars, and other HiFi components.

    Wired or Wireless Network Connection: With MusicCast you can choose to build a wireless or wired network, or a combination of both if desired. The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) supports both wireless and wired network connectivity through its built-in dual-band (2.4/5GHz) WiFi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) and wired Ethernet (RJ-45) port. Network setup is completed through the free MusicCast Controller app on your compatible Apple iOS or Android device.

    Note: If you want to install a MusicCast device to a location that is out of range of your wireless router, connect another MusicCast device to the router with a network cable to extend the range ("Extend Mode").

    High Resolution Audio: The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) supports true high-resolution audio formats to deliver more accurate reproduction of sonic details. The MusicCast eco-system is compatible with high resolution FLAC, AIFF and WAV music files up to 192kHz/24-bit; as well as Apple Lossless (ALAC) up to 96kHz/24-bit. It also supports lower resolution music files like MP3, WMA, and AAC up to 48kHz.

    File Sampling Frequency Bit-rate or Bit-depth Gapless Playback
    MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz up to 320 kbps N
    WMA 32/44.1/48 kHz up to 320 kbps N
    AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz up to 320 kbps N
    WAV (PCM) 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz 16/24-bit Y
    FLAC 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz 16/24-bit Y
    AIFF 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz 16/24-bit Y
    ALAC 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz 16/24-bit Y

    Note: When multiple MusicCast devices are "linked" for multiroom audio playback, the Master room device's playback is at the native sampling rate (up to 192kHz/24-bit), while the other rooms and MusicCast devices are down-converted to 48kHz.

    Online Music Services: The Yamaha MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) offers access to Internet Radio through built-in Airable by TuneIn; your Spotify account through Spotify Connect on your Apple iOS or Android device; and your Pandora, TIDAL, Amazon, SiriusXM, Qobuz, Napster, or Deezer music account through Yamaha's MusicCast Controller app.

    • Airable by TuneIn: You can listen to Internet radio stations using Airable by TuneIn. Search worldwide internet radio content by Genre, Language, Location, Quality, Popularity, or do a keyword search.
    • Spotify Connect: Anyone with a Spotify account (whether free or premium) can enjoy the wireless freedom of streaming the Spotify app (for Apple iOS or Android) to to the MusicCast-enabled soundbar. All files on Spotify can stream up to 320kbps, which is MP3 quality.
    • Pandora: Pandora is accessible through the Yamaha MusicCast Controller app for Apple iOS & Android. Pandora is personalized radio that plays music and comedy you'll love. Just start with the name of one of your favorite artists, songs, comedians or composers and Pandora will create a custom station that plays similar tracks. You can also rate (thumbs up/thumbs down) songs as they play, and Pandora will adapt stations to your feedback. You can even bookmark stations and easily switch between favorites.
    • Amazon: Through an available firmware update, Amazon Music can now be accessed through Yamaha MusicCast. Enjoy Amazon Prime or Amazon Unlimited. Amazon Prime gives you access to 2 million songs with an Amazon Prime prime membership, while Amazon Unlimited gives you access to 50 million songs with with a $9.99 per month subscription.
    • TIDAL: Tidal is accessible through the Yamaha MusicCast Controller app for Apple iOS & Android. TIDAL is a global streaming service that offers over 30 million songs in high-fidelity CD sound quality. TIDAL has two pricing tiers; either $9.99 or $19.99 a month. Both pricing levels allow you to access TIDAL's entire music library. The $19.99 tier has the added benefit of high-fidelity sound at CD-level quality.
    • SiriusXM: SiriusXM Internet Radio is accessible through the Yamaha MusicCast Controller app and lets you listen to over 120 channels of commercial-free music, talk radio, news, sports, entertainment, and more. Subscription fees will apply.
    • Qobuz: Qobuz offers the biggest catalog of Hi-Fi and Hi-Res albums in the world, both for new releases and specialized genres. For hundreds of thousands of albums, Qobuz includes all the information you need to recreate the appeal of a real CD - the names of musicians, producers, lyrics (everything you need to know to appreciate your favorite albums).  Qobuz offers MP3, CD, and Hi-Res quality subscriptions.
    • Napster: Napster is also accessible through the Yamaha MusicCast Controller app. This streaming music subscription service (starting a $10 per month) allows you to play the full-length songs you choose on demand from a collection of over 10 million songs, without ads and without having to purchase or download the music.
    • Deezer: Deezer is an online music service offering over 43 million tracks starting at $9.99 a month and is accessible through the Yamaha MusicCast Controller app. Discover the perfect playlist or make your own, as well as browse curated collections by genre.

    Multiroom Audio: Start with the Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) in your living room or bedroom and add other MusicCast products from Yamaha (like wireless speakers, AV receiver, and HiFi components) over time to create a multiroom audio, whole-house experience. Up to 32MusicCast devices and 10 groups can be connected. You can play the same audio source throughout your home or different audio sources on grouped MusicCast components.

    • Compatible Sources:
      • All MusicCast music services (including Airable by TuneIn, Pandora, Tidal, Spotify, SiriusXM, Deezer, and Napster).
      • Music libraries on your Apple iOS or Android smartphone running the MusicCast Controller app, as well as on your DLNA compliant computer, laptop, or NAS drive.
      • Bluetooth audio (SBC codec only).
      • Yamaha AV receivers, soundbars, and other Hi-Fi components which feature MusicCast offer multiroom streaming of connected external analog & digital sources - including HDMI, Optical/Coax, USB, RCA/Aux, and Phono inputs.
      • A radio station from a MusiCast AV receiver's AM/FM tuner can even be distributed to multiple rooms.
    • Incompatible Sources:
      • AirPlay cannot be multiroom distributed via MusicCast.
    Note: Yamaha's new MusicCast system is not compatible with Yamaha's older MusicCAST system.

    DLNA: The MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) speaker supports DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) 1.5, allowing access to DLNA-compatible Windows 7/8/10 computers (with Windows Media Player 11 or 12) and network attached storage (NAS) devices. You'll be able to wirelessly stream the music libraries on your computer, laptop, or NAS to the Yamaha MusicCast speaker system.

    Note: Digital Rights Management (DRM) content cannot be played back.

    AirPlay 2 (via available firmware update): Through an available firmware update, the Yamaha MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) will support AirPlay 2. AirPlay 2 is an advanced and easy-to-use wireless multiroom audio platform for iTunes, Apple Music, and other compatible Apple iOS apps. With AirPlay 2 you can play any sound from your Apple iOS device (running iOS 11.4 or later) or Mac computer (running OS X 10.13.2) on the MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) and other compatible AirPlay 2 speakers throughout your home. You will also be able to ask Siri-enabled devices (like your Apple iPhone, iPad, or Watch) to control playback of your Apple Music on the Yamaha MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408). You can choose to play audio in one room, play the same audio in grouped rooms, or play the same audio in every room (you can control and group directly from Apple's Music App and Home app on your Apple iOS device). You can even watch videos and movies from YouTube and Netflix on your compatible Apple iOS device or Mac computer with perfectly synced audio on the Yamaha MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408).

    Firmware Updates: Firmware updates for the MusicCast products can be made through their network connection and the MusicCast app on your Apple iOS or Android device. The app will notify you when a firmware update is available.

    App/Voice/Remote Control

    MusicCast Controller App: The free MusicCast Controller app for (Apple iOS 10.0+ and Android OS 4.1+) will need to be downloaded on your compatible smartphone or tablet device. The MusicCast Controller app puts control of your whole home listening experience in the palm of your hand from your Apple iOS or Android device. You'll be able to quickly select the room or rooms you want to listen to music in, select the source or sources you want to listen to, browse music content from your music library and online music services, listen to Internet Radio, plus control music playback functions.

    • Rooms: Choose which room or rooms you want to listen to music in. You can select a different source for each room, group certain rooms together for playback of the same source, or link all rooms together so the same source is played back throughout the house.
    • Source Selection: From the app you can select which source or sources you want to listen to. Choose from network-connected devices (such as your Apple iOS/Android device or DLNA server); select online music services, Internet Radio or Bluetooth, as well as analog & digital audio inputs (including HDMI). You can even select a AM/FM ratio station from a MusicCast AV receiver.
    • Music Browsing: You can browse music libraries from your network-connected devices; like your smartphone, tablet, computer, or laptop. You can also browse music content from select online music services and search Internet Radio stations from the MusicCast Controller app. You can also browse music files on your USB-connected thumbdrive.
    • Playback & Song/Artist Info: From the MusicCast Controller app on your compatible Apple iOS or Android device you get Volume Up/Down, Play/Pause, and Previous/Next Track; as well as song/artist information and album art.
    • Favorites: Internet radio stations, content from select online music services, plus playlists and songs from your network-connected device's music library can be saved as "Favorites" for quick recall within the MusicCast Controller app. Up to 40 Favorites can be registered.
    • Personalization & Customization: With the app's unique personalization features, you can choose from preloaded room images or change the color of buttons to represent each room in the home, or even take pictures of their own home and assign the images to each button. The content source buttons can also be customized to rename, remove or reorder selections for easier operation.

    Alexa & Google Voice Control: Alexa and Google Home enabled devices (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) are able to control key functions of Yamaha's MusicCast system using voice commands. With Alexa & Google Home voice control integration, all you have to do is ask. The MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) offers full compatibility with Amazon's and Google's range of voice control devices. Yamaha offers two Skill platforms that work hand-in-hand to give you a wide range of voice command possibilities, allowing you to control either a single MusicCast product or a whole MusicCast system. The Yamaha MuiscCast Bar 400 (YAS-408), other MusicCast components, and Alexa/Google-enabled devices must be on the same WiFi network.

    • MusicCast Smart Home Skill: The MusicCast Smart Home skill supports the most common, everyday voice commands you would use to control a single MusicCast component. These basic commands include power on/off, volume control, play/pause/skip/previous, mute/unmute and input selection. This skill supports simple, Alexa and Google standardized commands such as "Alexa" or "Ok Google", "turn up volume in the Kitchen." Through an available firmware update, you'll also be able to ask Alexa or Google to play specific songs/artists/albums on Amazon Music (Alexa only) , Spotify, Pandora, iHeart, TuneIn, SiriusXM, and Deezer.
    • MusicCast Skill: The MusicCast skill goes beyond the basics, giving you enhanced control of unique MusicCast functions such as room linking, multiple room control, playback of MusicCast Favorites/Playlists and more. The commands are customized for MusicCast, for example "Alexa" or "Ok Google", "ask MusicCast to link the Kitchen with the Living Room."
    • Echo Source Input: In addition or alternatively, an Echo device can be used as a music/audio source for a MusicCast system. All MusicCast devices offer a Bluetooth input. Just pair your Echo device with any MusicCast component and the sound will play from the MusicCast device. Many MusicCast products also offer inputs which can be connected to Echo Dot via its line output, if a wired connection is preferred over Bluetooth. Using the MusicCast Controller app, you can select the Bluetooth or wired input and link multiple MusicCast devices for playback, allowing you to hear sound from Echo Dot throughout your home.
    Note: Click here for a more information regarding Amazon Alexa control. Click here for more information regarding Google Home Assistant control.

    IR Remote + HDMI Control: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) comes with an easy-to-use IR remote control for wireless operation of the soundbar speaker system. Also, if your TV supports HDMI CEC and uses HDMI connectivity, it is possible to control many functions of the soundbar system using your TV's remote to simplify day-to-day operation. HDMI Control functions include Power On/Off, Input Source Selection, and Volume Up/Down.

    Note: This soundbar does not allow you to program your TV remote to operate the speaker, but does offer HDMI control through your compatible TV's remote.

    Top-Panel Controls: The Yamaha MusicCast Bar 400 (YAS-408) features the following top-panel controls - Power On/Off, Input Select, Volume Up/Down, and Mute.

    3 Preset (Favorite) Buttons: Three preset (favorite) buttons give you one-touch access to your music favorites (save a favorite music playlist, online music service, or Internet radio station). Simply press and hold the preset buttons (1/2/3) to store a music source. The 3 preset buttons are located on the IR remote control (not with top-panel controls).

    Auto Power Standby: Enabling the Auto Power Standby function prevents the system from remaining on when not in use. The system will automatically turn off if there is no operation for 8 hours, or there is no audio input signal and no operation for 20 minutes.

    Mounting Options

    Tabletop or Wall-Mount The Soundbar: At only 2.375" tall, the soundbar fits neatly in front of most TVs or can be placed on the shelf of a TV stand. The built-in keyholes (18" apart) make it easy to wall-mount with a sleek look that perfectly complements almost any flat-panel TV. Sound equalization is automatically adjusted for tabletop or wall mount orientation.

    Flexible Placement for Wireless Sub: The wireless powered subwoofer eliminates the need to connect cables, so setup and placement are faster and easier. You will still need to connect the powered sub's power cord to an AC outlet. The wireless sub can be positioned almost anywhere in the room (up to 33'). For best performance, it should be placed on the same wall as the soundbar.

    Power Requirements: The active soundbar speaker and wireless powered subwoofer will need to be plugged into an AC wall outlet, surge protector or power conditioner (sold separately). Each comes with a detachable 6' AC power cord.

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    Customer Q&A

    12 questions already asked

    Q
    Can I stream Amazon Prime music over the Yamaha BAR 400?
    nathan  Sep 28, 2021
    1 answer
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    Not directly. You connect your phone or other device with Bluetooth to the sound bar. Also the music cast app is free.
    ryan  Sep 28, 2021
    Q
    If I MusicCast to this soundbar - Yamaha BAR 400 - and my Yamaha pre-amp in an adjacent room simultaneously, is the sound from the two sources going to be in sync?
    ed  May 15, 2021
    1 answer
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    I run a Yamaha Aventage Amp, that drives 2 mains, another Yamaha digital amp that runs 4 zones, with the sound bar I have 2 other music cast satellites. They all integrate seamlessly. The only issue may be if your device is not musiccast ready.
    robert  May 17, 2021
    Q
    This soundbar has a 3.5mm Stereo Analog "Input". I need a soundbar which will accept a headphone jack and allow me to listen to its output exclusively through the headphone. Is this possible with the BAR 400? Is the speaker cutoff automatic when the jack is plugged in, or must i select that using the remote control?
    william  Dec 30, 2020
    2 answers
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    The 3.5mm jack on this bar is an audio input and will not work to send audio out to headphones. Most sound bars will not have a headphone output on them but there are still ways to work headphone playback into a system and I recommend contacting an advisor by calling 1-800-324-9695 to check what will be needed for your system
    jason  Jan 17, 2021 (Staff)
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    I would check with Crutchfield. If you're thinking of a standard headphone jack..u won't find one here. You'd be better off with a "standard receiver" those will have the jack you're looking for
    r  Jan 13, 2021
    Q
    I am planning to purchase this Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 soundbar and pairing it with Yamaha MusicCast 20 for wireless surround sound. I read that the MusicCast 20 is compatible with Yamaha receivers. Is the MusicCast BAR 400 soundbar also compatible with Yamaha receivers?
    oswald  Dec 27, 2020
    1 answer
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    Unfortunately the Yamaha receivers aren't compatible with the Yamaha MusicCast soundbars in using them as surround sound. The Yamaha receivers with MusicCast built in are only compatible with the MusicCast 20 & MusicCast 50 speakers as rear surrounds. The Yamaha MusicCast Sub 100 is also compatible with the MusicCast receivers.
    allison  Jan 14, 2021 (Staff)
    Q
    Can rear speakers be used in addition to this soundbar for "true" surround sound?
    steve  Sep 14, 2020
    2 answers
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    Yes you can use the music cast 20 or 50s for the rear channels
    john  Sep 14, 2020
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    The answer is yes. I bought this sound bar and added two MusicCast 20s to the back of my room for surround sound. The app allows you to connect them all together, program and adjust volumes, etc to make sure the sound hits you at the right time.
    aaron  Sep 14, 2020
    Q
    I would like to buy yamaha yas 400 - would like to know if this product work in europe (220 volt 50 hz - dual voltage)?
    eran  Sep 12, 2020
    1 answer
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    We have not received any answers from other customers on your question. I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They should be able to help answer your question.
    thomas  Sep 24, 2020 (Staff)
    Q
    Can't choose. This model or JBL 5.1 surround?
    denis  Apr 13, 2020
    7 answers
    A
    This model...hands down. Great surround sound & easy to set up.
    r  Apr 29, 2020
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    I don't know anything about the JBL model but the Yamaha has incredible sound! It has a wide surround sound field that makes movies come alive and a powerful bass. It connects via bluetooth for music listening as well. Definitely one of the best purchases I've made.
    mark d  Apr 14, 2020
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    I have no experience with the JBL but I do like the bae 400.
    matthew g  Apr 14, 2020
    A
    I really can not provide an opinion. While I am a long time loyal Yamaha user, I purchased the bar and it was not a good fit at all in my new home, in a new configuration an a much larger room.
    john  Apr 14, 2020
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    Oh, I'd buy this again in a heartbeat! I like JBL but this is a nice setup!
    r  Apr 13, 2020
    A
    I already had an older Yamaha RX-V479 that I was using in a small home theater. I installed a TV near the kitchen and paired it with this Yamaha sound bar so I could MusicCast same source in two rooms.Sound is excellent. Can't comment on the JBL.
    kevin  Apr 13, 2020
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    Denis -- I cannot tell you about the JBL 5.1 because I do not know the product. However, I have used multiple functions on this Yamaha soundbar and depending upon what you are looking for? I've found it has a very nice sound; probably not the depth I am imagining as stand alone speakers, but I do not have room for stand alone speakers and with this product, I am not disappointed.
    ronald  Apr 13, 2020
    Q
    Can't choose. This model or JBL 5.1 surround?
    denis  Apr 13, 2020
    2 answers
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    I would go with this model.
    r  Jan 13, 2021
    A
    I picked the yamaha because of music cast with other speakers. Don't know anything about JBL
    anthony j  Apr 13, 2020
    Q
    Can't choose. This model or JBL 5.1 surround?
    denis  Apr 13, 2020
    4 answers
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    Well, I can't speak to the quality sound of the JBL 5.1 since I opted for the Yamaha, but I can tell you what I have experienced with the Yamaha. The Yamaha sounds great and I added two satellite speakers to make it a 5.1 system. They work fairly well once you get them paired to the sound bar. That part wasn't easy, taking me multiple attempts because the directions weren't very clear. It took trial and error. I use the system in a very large room so the Clear Voice feature really helps with understanding dialogue. I also love separate control of the sub bass. My two only complaints of the Yamaha is one: it occasionally turns itself off, which I think is happening when the system is kicking in the satellite speakers. That's only a guess as it never happened before getting those speakers. And second: the Music Cast app isn't as easy to use as it could be, but not a deal breaker, just a little clunky. Overall, I'm pleased with the purchase because the sound for TV, movies and music is excellent. However, I have JBL headphones and love them. I think JBL is a good product too.
    alan  Apr 14, 2020
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    I have not heard the JBL 5.1 so can't really give my advise or opinion on which option is best. I can say that i have owned the Yamaha for over a year now and really like it. The 408 replaced a small 3.1 speaker and the sound is superior. I especially like the music cast app from which you can alter the sound, play pandora, sirus xm, Apple CarPlay etc, a feature I use often. On the other hand JBL has a good reputation. I just recently purchased 2 JBL flip 5's and for the size the sound blew me away. Bottom line, I don't think you can go wrong either way you go.
    david a.  Apr 14, 2020
    A
    Both units are very good and will serve you well. I opted for the Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 simply because I was in the process of replacing an older Yamaha stereo system, with a whole house wireless stereo system (MusicCast) and wanted a stereo sound bar for my 65" SONY XBR TV that was fully compatible with the other MusicCast components. So far it has worked flawlessly and is mated with two Yamaha wireless surrounds speakers (20 series). I like the flexibility of the 400 and being able to configure it to various listening modes as well as it's internet connectivity to Google, Alexa, internet ration, Pandora and Sirius XM with either my tablet or cell phone, as well as the supplied remote.
    david a.  Apr 13, 2020
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    I absolutely love my model. For the price and quality, honestly can't beat it!
    louis  Apr 13, 2020
    Q
    Would the RX-A680 or the RX-A780 be a good AV Receiver pairing for this sound bar, especially regarding total wattage output?
    scott  Aug 09, 2019
    1 answer
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    Thanks for your question. For information on comparing two or more models I would recommend reaching out to an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to help determine the differences and help you make the best choice for your system and your budget.
    kristina  Aug 19, 2019 (Staff)
    Q
    Can the YAS-408 be configured for network standby, so that Musicast can control the power?
    grantham  Apr 18, 2019
    2 answers
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    Yes, connected to a WiFi network you have the same controls through the musicast app as any other receiver etc including power.
    justin  Apr 29, 2019
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    I am not exactly certain what you mean by "standby". The. MusicCast app does allow it turn on, off and select various sources of sound to which the YAS-408 connects, including the TV, net, HDMI, and Bluetooth. The connection to the TV is via a HDMI ARC cable which does allow one to switch between the TV sound and Soundbar ( my SONY 4K. XBR is configured to automatically power on the soundbar), but it does not allow me to turn the TV on and off.
    david a.  Apr 29, 2019
    Q
    Do I need a receiver?
    sean  Oct 20, 2018
    2 answers
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    Nope! It's a great setup
    r  Apr 13, 2020
    A
    You do not need a receiver to power this bar. HTH! My Bio: https://www.crutchfield.com/bio/Paul
    jason  Oct 29, 2018 (Staff)
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