AV Processor/Receiver Yamaha R-S202D Black

Yamaha R-S202D stereo receiver with integrated amplifier, DAB/DAB+ tuner and Bluetooth reception

The Yamaha R-S202D is a stereo Hi-Fi receiver combining an integrated amplifier, a digital DAB/DAB+ and FM tuner and wireless reception via Bluetooth (SBC / AAC). It follows the "Natural Sound" concept, i.e. reproducing music exactly as it was recorded, and although it belongs among the entry-level models, it draws on Yamaha's experience in developing both Hi-Fi components and musical instruments.

The power section delivers 100 W + 100 W into 8 ohms (40 Hz – 20 kHz, 0.2 % THD), 115 W + 115 W into 4 ohms and dynamic power of up to 180 W per channel into 2 ohms. The circuit design shortens the signal paths and optimises the board layout; the power transformer placed close to the output stage reduces losses and improves the ability to supply current at peaks. The signal and power grounds are joined at a single point, which limits mutual interference and contributes to a signal-to-noise ratio of 100 dB at the CD input.

The result of these measures is a clearly legible presentation with a low noise floor, stable localisation of instruments and sufficient headroom at dynamic peaks, even with less sensitive loudspeakers. A frequency response of 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) and distortion of 0.025 % on the Phono (MM) – REC Out path confirm the linearity of the preamplifier section.

The unit features terminals for two pairs of loudspeakers with an A / B / A+B selector, a headphone output and a memory of 40 presets separately for DAB/DAB+ and FM. Digital broadcasting also offers automatic tuning and station name display. The automatic standby function can be set to 2, 4, 8 or 12 hours, with standby consumption of 0.5 W. The design with a brushed front panel, simple operation and the supplied remote control is complemented by a chassis measuring 435 × 141 × 322 mm and weighing 6.7 kg.

Key features

• Power: 100 W + 100 W into 8 ohms, 0.2 % THD
• Tuner: DAB/DAB+ and FM with 40 presets
• Wireless transmission: Bluetooth with SBC and AAC codecs
• Loudspeakers: Terminals for two systems with an A/B/A+B selector
• Energy saving: Automatic standby with 0.5 W consumption