Yamaha's New Micro Systems Integrate Technology, Superior Performance

December 22, 2008––Yamaha Electronics Corporation today introduced two new micro component systems featuring superior audio and video performance and high-end styling. The MCR-730 ($499.95 MSRP) includes an integrated DVD player and full HD 1080p support for a complete audio/video solution, while the MCR-230 ($349.95 MSRP) is a sophisticated audio system with a built-in iPod dock, USB input, high-quality CD player, advanced design speakers and much more. Each system includes a pair of high-quality two-way speakers.

With 1080p-compatible HDMI output, the MCR-730 enables the reproduction of DVD movies and digital TV broadcasts with unsurpassed HD quality. The MCR-730 is a DivX Ultra Certified device, delivering unrestricted access to the wider range of video sources. It can play all DivX content, including DivX 6, and supports the format’s media features such as interactive menus, subtitles and alternate audio tracks. The unit is also fully compatible with discs containing Mp3 and WMA audio files, WMV and DivX video files, and JPEG image files.

The MCR-730 is further highlighted by Yamaha’s PianoCraft quality designation, underscoring its superior audio performance. This is achieved by incorporating high quality components, including a high-precision DAC, stable power supply and a low-noise Direct PLL IF Count Synthesizer tuning system. The system’s amplifier section delivers a full 60 watts of power to the two-way bass reflex speakers, each of which includes a 4 inch cone woofer and 1 inch dome tweeter, and can also support an optional subwoofer.

While the MCR-230 may be compact in its styling, it is designed to sound like a much bigger and more sophisticated system. The receiver/CD player uses the same digital amplifier as Yamaha’s high-performance models, and incorporates the same high precision DAC and large, stable power supply as the company’s renowned CD players.

Delivering 40 watts of power, the integrated amplifier in the MCR-230 drives the system’s speakers and an optional subwoofer loud and clear. The unit also has a Direct PLL IF Count Synthesizer FM tuning system with 30 automatically programmable presets. Both models offer iPod integration, giving users the ability to enjoy their digital music collections. The MCR-230 features a built-in top-panel iPod dock for direct docking, and its remote control operates the same way as an iPod’s controls for total ease-of-use. For the MCR-730, iPod docking is achieved with the addition of Yamaha’s optional YDS-11 Universal iPod Dock. Additionally, the MCR-730 is compatible with Yamaha’s YBA-10 Universal Bluetooth Wireless Audio Receiver.

The MCR-730 has a front panel mini-jack for connecting portable audio players, and both units (MCR-730 and MCR-230) have USB ports for connecting flash drives for Mp3 and WMA audio file playback. USB audio file list information including artist name, album and song title is also displayed on both units.

Esthetically, both the MCR-730’s and MCR-230’s main units feature a slick black aluminum front panel and knobs. With a design informed by decades of making musical instruments, the two-way bass reflex speakers sold with both systems incorporate deep cabinets and small baffle boards for deep, tight bass. Per Yamaha’s VCCS (Vibration Control Cabinet Structure) technology, the wood inside each cabinet is strategically positioned to work in conjunction with a new vibration isolation material to help curb vibrations and deliver music with clarity and power. Each of the speakers incorporates a 4 inch cone woofer and 1 inch dome tweeter.

For more information visit www.yamaha.com/hometheater.

SOURCE Yamaha