Source: Press Release, Last Accessed: 2016/08/31

The R-N402 MusicCast enabled Hi-Fi network receiver brings together the legendary Yamaha craftsmanship that has led the Hi-Fi movement for more than half a century, with the freedom of multiroom music streaming from high-resolution audio sources. The elegantly styled receiver, music services and smart devices at an affordable price.
According to the press release, the 100 W-per-channel R-N402 will connect with a wide range of analog and digital sources to bring rich, clearly defined sound to demanding music fans, and then allow wireless playback with other devices around the home. For flexibility of use, the R-N402 is equipped with both optical and coaxial digital inputs to keep signals in the digital domain when connecting a CD player. In addition, traditional analog inputs are provided to support many legacy devices.
The Hi-Fi network receiver can wirelessly stream music services such as Pandora, Spotify, Rhapsody, Napster, SiriusXM Internet Radio and vTuner, all seamlessly controlled by the free MusicCast app for iOS or Android smartphones and tablets. The R-N402 also can be easily linked to other MusicCast enabled speakers, AV receivers and Hi-Fi gear in other rooms, to enjoy music throughout the home.
For the tuner part, 40 presets can be set for favorite FM stations and an additional 40 memory presets for network music stations which can be programmed for handy, quick access. With Bluetooth connectivity, the user can stream content from a mobile device or listen to content on Bluetooth enabled devices like headphones. AirPlay compatibility, USB ports and DLNA allows for easy access to stored digital music libraries on PCs, network attached storage devices and USB flash drives.
The R-N402 supports playback of the latest high-resolution audio files – DSD 5.6 MHz, AIFF 192 kHz/24 bit, FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit, Apple Lossless 96 kHz/24 bit, WAV 192 kHz/24 bit – making this Hi-Fi receiver an extremely versatile audio component.
The new receiver continues the simple yet elegant design style for which Yamaha Hi-Fi audio components are known. The elegant brushed finish on the black aluminum faceplate and the logically placed operating buttons and volume knobs accent the look of the receiver to keep operation simple and the aesthetic sophisticated.

For more information: http://www.yamaha.com/

More News...