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Yamaha® 5000 Series Piano Black Preamplifier

In pursuit of the intangible musical quality that breathes life into high-fidelity audio, the world's largest sound company presents the C-5000 preamplifier. From the concert stage to the home, Yamaha has drawn on its vast musical history to create an instrument capable of faithfully reproducing every nuance and emotion in the performance.

Yamaha® 5000 Series Silver Preamplifier

In pursuit of the intangible musical quality that breathes life into high-fidelity audio, the world's largest sound company presents the C-5000 preamplifier. From the concert stage to the home, Yamaha has drawn on its vast musical history to create an ins

Together with the GT-5000 turntable and M-5000 power amplifier, Yamaha delivers an end-to-end balanced signal chain across its flagship models for premier performance.

The C-5000 features fully balanced and discrete circuit transmission across all stages of the signal path at Tone Defeat.

The patented floating design is adopted across the phono EQ, input amp and line amp stages — removing the influence of ground noise from the signal.

The folding-book design for the preamplifier PCB mirrors the left and right signal paths for precise matching and layout.

With each channel physically identical, the C-5000 is capable of the most accurate reproduction of audio, which is both wide and deep.

Further, the ground loop is minimized when other components are connected.

Adopting independent, dual toroidal transformers for the left and right channels delivers optimal separation and therefore produces a sound stage which is faithful to the original source.

Low magnetic leakage lowers adverse impact on the audio signal. Following detailed research based on trial listening, the power transformer was enclosed in a copper-plated case to suppress magnetic flux and vibration. This also assists in minimizing the influence of flux in the phono circuit. This realizes an even and spacious sound due to enhanced reproduction of detailed signals.

By copper-plating the chassis to minimize the influence of voltage on the circuit, the C-5000 is capable of expressing the subtlest nuances as well as powerful bass.

Additionally, thick screw-type wires are utilized to reduce the impedance of the power supply and maximize the transmission of musical information.

The C-5000 was designed from the ground up to deliver the ultimate in listening experiences — down to its aesthetic and even its touch.

The knobs and lever switches feature original designs to communicate both innovation and craftsmanship.

The volume knob is both rigid and precise — employing ball-bearings and precision-cut aluminum to achieve its touch while the lever switches have also been refined for enhanced operation.

Every aspect of the C-5000 was carefully considered when designing this flagship model. Its construction exudes master craftsmanship and reflects an obsession with achieving the highest levels of performance.

The feet are no exception. Like the M-5000, the custom heavy-duty brass feet function either as fully supported spikes or with a scratch guard base for use on delicate surfaces.

Specially designed for custom integration of whole home audio systems, the "QS" (Quad Streamer) provides four zones of audio streaming and eight channels of high-performance audio amplification in an ultra-slim, 1U-high, rack-mountable enclosure.

Yamaha® MusicCast Multi-Room Streaming Amplifier

Expandable and extremely flexible, the QS works with the MusicCast multi-room audio system, allowing it to be linked with home theater AV receivers, sound bars and Hi-Fi gear in a wide variety of configurations.

XDA-QS5400RK MusicCast Multi-Room Streaming Amplifier (4 Zone, 8 Channel)

Designed for custom integration of a MusicCast multi-room audio system connected via Ethernet LAN in a rack or cabinet

Streams four zones of audio per unit, expandable to 32 zones with simultaneous playback in linked groups of up to 20 zones each

Eight channels of audiophile-grade Class D amplification assignable to any zone, bridgeable and 4-ohm capable, featuring a unique ground loop/hum-free circuit design

Built-in Pandora®, Spotify Connect, SiriusXM Internet Radio, SiriusXM Music for Business, TIDAL, Deezer, Napster and more, plus access to music libraries and linked external sources

Easy control via a free MusicCast app and 3rd-party control systems

1U high, rack-wide enclosure; removable rack ears and faceplate included

Designed from the ground up for custom installation, the “QS” represents the ultimate integrated solution for filling every room in a home with extraordinary sound.

The QS packs four rooms of audio streaming and eight channels of audiophile-grade amplification into a remarkably slim, 1U-high enclosure, allowing you to fully-optimize your valuable rack real estate.

Multiple QS units can be used together to expand up to 32 zones with simultaneous playback of linked groups up to 20 zones each. In addition, the QS offers four zone pre outs that enable it to be combined with the Yamaha XDA-AMP5400RK, a companion multi-room amplifier, to provide more power or more speaker coverage for large areas in a home. The pre outs may also be used to connect powered subwoofers or subwoofer amps.

As a member of the MusicCast family, the QS integrates seamlessly with Yamaha AV receivers, sound bars and more. Now everything – from a surround sound home theater to a bedroom TV system to in-ceiling speakers in the kitchen – can all work beautifully together.

Access all of your favorite music, including built-in streaming services and music libraries on smartphones, tablets and networked-attached storage devices.  (Streaming service availability varies by region.)

Want to hear TV sound or vinyl records throughout the home? Link to a MusicCast receiver, sound bar or turntable to access audio from virtually any source.

The QS supports IP control by 3rd-party control systems used in many of today’s most advanced smart homes.

It's also easy to set up and control with the free MusicCast app, which offers unique personalization features including the ability to assign custom images to rooms, and to rename, rearrange and hide sources.

No ordinary amp, the QS employs ultra-efficient ICEpower integrated circuits to deliver eight channels of pristine, musically-dynamic digital amplification at 50 watts/channel (8 ohms) with an outstanding 10 Hz to 22 kHz (+0/-3 dB) frequency response and 106 dB signal-to-noise ratio. It is 4 ohm capable at 100 watts/channel and bridgeable to 200 watts/channel (8 ohms).

The curse of the custom integrator: ground loop hum, a common and vexing side effect of connecting a bunch of electronics together in a rack. The QS takes care of it with a brilliantly-engineered differential circuit design. Sometimes it’s what you don’t hear that sounds the most amazing.

Experience every detail of your favorite recordings. The QS supports high-res audio playback up to 192 kHz/24-bit, and employs the same premium ESS Sabre DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters) and PML capacitors used in our flagship AVENTAGE AV receivers.

The audio performance of the QS is further enhanced with a suite of exclusive Yamaha technologies, including our Compressed Music Enhancer, Advanced Bass Extension Processing and volume adaptive EQ. The result – it always sounds great.

Mount it in a rack with the included ears or remove the ears for shelf installations. The included magnetic faceplate discourages tampering and provides the perfect cosmetic finish.

The QS is truly made for custom integration, with Euroblock-style speaker connectors, dual RJ-45 Ethernet ports and a detachable AC cable for smart connectivity, and IP, IR and 12 V Trigger Out jacks for versatile control.

In addition to supporting external sources through linking with MusicCast receivers and sound bars, the QS offers an Aux input that can be selected for playback in any zone and a Cut-In input that automatically senses an input signal and temporarily overrides the selected source. This gives you flexibility to integrate media players, CD changers or even paging systems. Thru-Outs let you set up a bus to additional QS units.

The Chime contact closure inputs let you generate a doorbell chime or, for example, an alert for a gate from a common switch. Output zones and chime sound selection can be configured using the Web Setup.

Access Basic or Advanced settings via a Web Setup menu and store commonly-used profiles for faster configuration of future projects.

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AirPlay

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Minimum Speaker load Capability

BTL Connection

Speaker Output Terminal

Preout Terminal

Audio Input Terminal

Audio Output Terminal

Trigger In / Out

Remote In / Out

Chime

Rated Output Power (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 2ch driven)

Rated Output Power (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 1ch driven)

Dynamic Power (20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2ch driven, 20 ms burst)

Dynamic Power (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 2ch driven, 20 ms burst)

Dynamic Power (1 kHz, 0.9% THD, All ch driven, 20 ms burst)

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Total Harmonic Distortion

Frequency Response

Signal to Noise Ratio

Rated Output Level / Output Impedance

Maximum Output Level

Maximum Input Signal

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Web Setup

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Monaural Downmix

Compressed Music Enhancer

Volume Adaptive EQ

Volume Control

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Specially designed for custom integration of whole home audio systems, the "AMP" serves as a companion amplifier for the Yamaha XDA-QS5400RK to expand speaker coverage and/or increase power output. It may also be used to expand secondary zone speaker cove

Yamaha® Multi-Room Amplifier

XDA-AMP5400RK Multi-Room Amplifier (4 Zone, 8 Channel)

Works together with Yamaha XDA-QS5400RK to expand speaker coverage in custom integrated multi-room audio systems

Eight channels of audiophile-grade Class D amplification, bridgeable and 4-ohm capable, featuring a unique ground loop/hum-free circuit design

Four audio buses and included jumpers allow for wide variety of speaker configurations

Interlocks power on/off with XDA-QS5400RK via Trigger I/O

Integration-friendly features include audio sensing inputs, IR I/O and more

The XDA-AMP5400RK – the "AMP" – was conceived as a companion to the Yamaha XDA-QS5400RK as a way to provide additional speaker coverage and/or additional speaker output power in a custom integrated multi-room home audio system. It also pairs nicely with Yamaha AV receivers that offer Zone pre outs.

The AMP packs eight channels of audiophile-grade amplification into a remarkably-slim 1U-high enclosure, allowing you to fully optimize your valuable rack real estate.

Feed up to four sources from QS pre outs into the AMP – its four audio I/O buses can be patched together to handle a wide array of speaker/zone configurations. The AMP comes with a set of jumper plugs and cables, making it ultra-versatile right out of the box. The audio outs can alternatively be used to connect powered subwoofers or subwoofer amps.

Each of the four amplifier zones is also bridgeable, giving you the option to increase power output to select speakers if needed.

The AMP employs ultra-efficient ICEpower integrated circuits to deliver eight channels of pristine, musically-dynamic digital amplification 50 watts/channel (8 ohms) with an outstanding 5 Hz to 40 kHz (+0/-3 dB) frequency response and 108 dB signal-to-noise ratio. It is 4 ohm capable at 100 watts/channel and bridgeable to 200 watts/channel (8 ohms).

The curse of the custom integrator: ground loop hum, a common and vexing side effect of connecting a bunch of electronics together in a rack. The AMP takes care of it with a brilliantly-engineered differential circuit design. Sometimes it’s what you don’t hear that sounds the most amazing.

The AMP employs a balanced audio circuit design and PML capacitors, which are also used in our flagship AVENTAGE AV separates. The result: greater realism and expressiveness for all of your favorite music.

When a QS and AMP are used together, simply wire the trigger ports to automatically power on/off the desired amplifier zones – no additional control interface is needed. The AMP also works great as a companion to an AVENTAGE AV receiver. When using the AMP with other sources, audio sensing inputs and an infrared I/O provide additional control flexibility.

The AMP is truly made for custom integration, with Euroblock-style speaker connectors and a detachable AC cable for smart connectivity.

Specially designed for custom integration of whole home audio systems, the "AMP" serves as a companion amplifier for the Yamaha XDA-QS5400RK to expand speaker coverage and/or increase power output. It may also be used to expand secondary zone speaker coverage for Yamaha AV receivers that have Zone pre outs.

Denon HEOS Link turns any group of speakers into a wireless zone. The Denon HEOS Link is designed to add HEOS multi-room audio functionality to a pair of stereo speakers, and features the same wireless ease of use as our self-powered Denon HEOS speaker mo

Denon® Gunmetal Silver Wireless Multi-Room Stereo Preamplifier

With advanced acoustic hardware, the Denon HEOS Amp delivers amazing, room-filling sound to any pair of speakers for your music streaming and hi-resolution music files.

Use the HEOS app to effortlessly set up the Denon HEOS link on your home wi-fi network.

Enjoy effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice services. Using a smart speaker or your phone, speak commands with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Ask to play your favorite music, turn the volume up, skip to the next track and more. Switch between voice services or pick a favorite to use—the choice is yours. Functionality varies by voice agent.

Play your favorite music wirelessly throughout your home for a seamless, multi-room listening experience. Whether you want to listen to the same song or play different songs in each room, the Denon HEOS link lets you enjoy your music how you want it, with the hi-fi quality sound you expect from Denon.

Use the HEOS app to effortlessly set up the Denon HEOS Link on your home Wi-Fi network.

With HEOS Built-in, play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room — the choice is yours. With additional Denon Home speakers, sound bars, networks player or AV receivers with HEOS Built-in, easily play all your music in multiple rooms from your favorite music service or source.

Connect USB For More Music At Your Fingertips

Play music from your library with the additional USB port. Connect to enjoy MP3, WAV, AAC and WMA files, Hi-Res files like FLAC and ALAC (192kHz/24-bit), as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks.

Denon HEOS Link turns any group of speakers into a wireless zone. The Denon HEOS Link is designed to add HEOS multi-room audio functionality to a pair of stereo speakers, and features the same wireless ease of use as our self-powered Denon HEOS speaker models.