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One of the Best Sonos-Compatible Amplifiers Just Got More Affordable

The Japanese hi-fi maker struck a partnership with Sonos last year.

Black Yamaha Aventage audio receiver with volume knob, power button, USB port, and headphone jack.Yamaha
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By Tucker Bowe

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Yamaha has been a leading brand in home theater systems and stereo receivers for the past 40 years. Today, its Aventage range of AVRs is its most elite, designed for home theater enthusiasts who want to build a high-end surround system.

Last May, in a surprise move, the Japanese hi-fi manufacturer announced that it was rolling out a firmware update to entire Aventage range that makes each “Works with Sonos” certified. Basically, it makes it easier to sync your Yamaha home theater system with your existing Sonos system.

And right now, the most affordable AVR in Yamaha’s Aventage range, the RX-A2A, is on sale.

Black Yamaha Aventage AV receiver with volume knob and digital display showing Blu-ray and Atmos/DTHD.
The Yamaha RX-A2A is the most affordable AVR in the brand’s flagship Aventage range.
Yamaha

Yamaha’s elite, entry-level AVR

Yamaha’s Aventage range consists of four different AV receivers: RX-A2A ($1,100), RX-A4A ($1,400), RX-A6A ($2,700) and RX-A8A ($3,300). 

Each is compatible with the latest TVs (up to 8K), supports the latest immersive sound technologies (including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X), and features high-resolution Wi-Fi streaming.

Rear panel of a black Yamaha RX-A2A audio-video receiver showing multiple HDMI ports, speaker terminals, audio inputs, and network connections.
The RX-A2A is a 7.2-channel amplifier that’s capable of outputting 100 watts per channel.
Yamaha

The Yamaha RX-A2A is the most affordable AVR in the range. Despite that, it’s still designed for pretty serious home theater systems.

It’s a 7.2-channel amplifier — meaning it can support seven loudspeakers (three front, two side surrounds and two rear satellites) and two subwoofers — and output 100 watts per channel.

Black Sonos device and black Yamaha audio equipment on a wooden surface with "Works with Sonos" text.
It’s “Works with Sonos” certified. Although a separate Port is required.
Yamaha

Works with Sonos

The “Works with Sonos” certification means you’ll be able to use the Sonos app to automatically power on the receiver, select a designated input and control the volume. You’ll also be able to group it with your other Sonos speakers so that you can play TV audio across your entire home.

That said, there is a catch — you’ll still need Sonos’s wireless streamer, the Port ($449), to get the Yamaha RX-A2A working with your existing Sonos system. So it’s not exactly a cheap or “plug-and-play ready” right out of the box.

Modern living room with a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, wooden media console, black floor speakers, brown leather sofa, and light wood console table.
The Yamaha RX-A2A is designed for home theater enthusiasts building an immersive surround sound system.
Yamaha

Save now

Right now, the Yamaha RX-A2A is currently $200 off. Normally $1,100, it’s selling for $900 from multiple online retailers. It’s the only AV receiver in the Aventage range that is currently on sale.

For those in the market for a deal on Sonos speakers, the company is currently having its first big sale of the year — it runs through February 16th or “while supplies last.”

About the Author: Tucker Bowe has been on Gear Patrol’s editorial team since 2014. With a passion for consumer tech and hi-fi, he tracks everything from headphones and turntables to smartphones and wearables. If it lights up or makes noise, he probably covers it.

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