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YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver vs SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System

YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver specs

YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver
SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System specs

SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System
Type: Network stereo receiver

Type: Home cinema system with wired subwoofer

Colour: Black

Number of channels: 5.1

PERFORMANCE

Total power output: 800 W

SPEAKERS

Speaker power: – Max. power (4 Ohms, 1 kHz): 115 W + 115 W
– Max. power (8 Ohms, 1 kHz): 140 W + 140 W

Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): – CD: 100 dB
– FM: 70 dB

Configuration: – Bookshelf speakers x 4
– Centre speaker x 1
– Subwoofer (side firing) x 1

Frequency: 0 ± 0.5 dB / 0 ± 3.0 dB

Power: – Total: 800 W
– Speakers: 550 W
– Subwoofer: 250 W

Impedance: 2 Ohms

SMART

AUDIO FEATURES

Smart TV services: – Catch-up TV: BBC iPlayer
– App store: Sony Entertainment Network
– Full web browser
– Social media: YouTube, Facebook

Supports high-resolution audio: Yes

PLAYER

High-resolution audio files supported: – DSD
– FLAC
– WAV
– AIFF

FEATURES

Region/Zone: – DVD: 2
– Blu-ray: B

Blu-ray profile: BD-Live (Profile 2.0)

Playback via USB: Yes

3D compatible: Yes. Though this player is 3D compatible, to experience 3D playback you will need other 3D equipment such as a 3D TV, 3D glasses, a 3D-capable HDMI cable, and of course a 3D Blu-ray Disc.

Other read formats: MP3, WMA, MPEG4 AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD

Readable discs: BD-ROM, Bonus View, BD-Live, DVD-Video, SA-CD (SA-CD/CD) Playback, CD (CD-DA), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-R Dual Layer, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R Double Layer, DVD Camcorder 8cm DVD,BD-RE, BD-R,BDAV/BDMV, BD/DVD, BD/CD, HDDVD/DVD

TUNER & CLOCK

Supported file formats: AAC (.aac, .mka), MP3 (.mp3), MP3 (.mka), AAC (.m4a), WMA9 Standard (.wma), LPCM (.wav), LPCM (.mka), FLAC (.flac, .fla), Dolby Digital (.ac3, .mka), Xvid, WMV9 (.wmv, .asf), AVCHD Disc Format Forlder,MPEG-1 Video/PS (.mpg .mpeg, .m2ts, .mts) <.VOB, .VRO>, MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS ( .mpg.mpeg, .m2ts, .mts) <.VOB, .VRO>, MPEG-4 AVC (.mkv, .mp4, .m4v, .m2ts, .mts), MPEG-4/AVC (.mov, 3gp, .3g2, .3gpp, .3gpp2), VC1 (.m2ts, .mts), Motion JPEG (.mov, .avi), JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg), GIF (.gif), PNG (.png), MPO (.mpo)

TUNER / RADIO

Radio: – DAB
– FM

Presets: 40 presets

Radio: – FM
– 20 preset stations
– Auto Scan Tuning

SMART SOUND MULTI-ROOM

AV FUNCTIONS

Range name: MusicCast

Audio features: – 2ch stereo
– Dolby Prologic
– DTS Neo:6 (Music / Cinema)
– Sound Mode
– Auto
– Digital Music Enhancer
– Movie (AFD STD +Moive)
– Music (AFD STD +Moive)
– Football
– Night

Number of attachable multi-room speakers: 10 (per zone)

Audio processing: – LPCM (2ch / 5.1ch / 7.1ch)
– Dolby® Digital
– Dolby® Digital Plus
– DTS
– DTS96/24
– DTS-ES Matrix6.1
– DTS-ES Discrete6.1 (as DTS Core)
– Dolby® True HD
– DTS-HD HR
– DTS-HD
– DTS-HD LBR

Multi-room connection via: – Home WiFi network
– Ethernet

Video features: – Upscales DVDs to High Definition
– 2D to 3D conversion
– File System (FAT32, NTFS)
– External HDD (Read)
– Triluminous colour
– Bonus View
– BD-Live

Hardware required: Wireless router

Upscaling capabilities: Upscales to HD

Compatible hardware components: Compatible speakers:
– WX-010
– WX-030
– WXAD10
– SRT-1500
– YSP-1600
– YSP-2700

Other features: – All Front Sound
– BRAVIA Sync
– Audio return channel
– XMB (Xross Media Bar)
– S-master digital amplifier: 24-bit
– Speaker system: 2-way
– RDS (PS/PTY/EON): (PS)
– AV sync
– Sleep
– Easy Setup (Quick Setup)
– Screen saver
– Auto power off (auto stand-by)

APP FEATURES

CONNECTIVITY

App name: Yamaha MusicCast App for Android & iOS

Inputs: – USB keyboard
– Optical x 1
– Analogue PIN jacks x 1

Multi-room app features: – Individual room management
– Add multiple households/areas
– Customisable room pictures

Outputs: HDMI x 1

Streaming services available: – Spotify
– Juke
– Napster
– Qobuz
– Tidal
– Deezer

WiFi: Built-in WiFi

General app features: Yamaha MusicCast for iOS & Android:
– Playback controls
– Volume
– Source select

Ethernet: Yes

CONNECTIVITY

Bluetooth: Yes

NFC: Yes

Wireless: Yes

DLNA: Yes

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1

USB: USB x 1

NFC: No

GENERAL

AirPlay: Yes

USB : USB x 1

Power consumption: – On mode: 95 W
– Standby: 0.3 W

Price: £299

Price: £229

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 9.7 / 10

Review Score: 8.5 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver or SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 173 products in the same category as YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver, which is the Home cinema systems and sound bars category. Of these 173 products the average price was £542.45, the most expensive was £9999.99 and the cheapest was just £24.99. We then looked at the price of the 173 in the same as the SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System, which of course the average was £542.45, top price was £9999.99 and cheapest £24.99.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Yamaha and Sony, the average was £327.22 for Yamaha, £414.71 for Sony. The max for each was £629.95/£13999 and minimum was £119/£7.49

Price analysis of YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver

Price analysis of SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System

  • YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver
  • Top features: – MusicCast lets you enjoy music from every room in your house – Stream your favourite tracks with Bluetooth, Airplay with various music streaming services – Digital audio input for TV or Blu-ray player for immersive sound – DAB radio with 40 presets for listening to your favourite stations MusicCastFor a sound setup like no other, use the Yamaha R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver and its MusicCast technology to enjoy music from every room in your house. You can have one Yamaha speaker in the living room, bedroom, and kitchen playing your favourite playlist or a calming audiobook while you move around.Stream your favourite tracksWith built-in Bluetooth, you can stream your favourite tracks or internet radio stations to enjoy with your new audio setup. It also supports Airplay for your loved Apple devices as well as major streaming services like Spotify, Napster, and Tidal.Digital audio inputCreate your own immersive cinematic setup with the available digital audio inputs, simply set up external speakers and create a great sound for all your favourite action, romance, and thriller films.DAB radioThe Yamaha Network Stereo Receiver comes with DAB/DAB+ and FM tuners so you can listen to your preferred radio stations and quickly switch between them with 40 presets.
  • Product codes: 4957812604826
  • SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System
  • 800 W
  • Catch-up TV & Streaming
  • WiFi / Bluetooth / NFC
  • The Sony BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System will fill your entertainment area with expansive cinema sound, also offering sophisticated capabilities such as Bluetooth and NFC technology.Movie-like sound in your homeTake your home audio to the next level with this Sony surround sound system, featuring five satellite speakers and a chunky subwoofer. Your senses will be drawn deep into the action onscreen with its consummate sound reproduction, as waves of glorious audio wash over you.From films to fist-pumping rock concerts, the Sony B-DVE2100.CE-K Home Cinema Kit emanates sparkling, potent 5.1 channel surround sound with 800 W of unadulterated audio impact.Bass Boost hits you with pulsing low-end frequencies, giving you deep, resounding bass that sends every note and impact directly to your solar plexus for true edge-of-the-seat action.What’s more, the range of sound modes on offer tailor the audio to whatever you’re watching – football mode lowers commentary volume to accentuate the roar of the crowd, creating heightened atmosphere and excitement.From films to games and music, this home theatre hub delivers maximum punch and clarity that lets you feel the sound rather just hear it.Pedal-to-the-metal viewingAble to play back 2D or 3D Blu-ray discs or DVDs in 1920 x 1080p Full HD resolution that surpasses DVD quality by some five times, you’ll experience awe-inspiring visuals that transport you to the heart of your programmes, movies and games.Intelligent picture augmentation renders pure, natural colours bolstered by accurately-rendered details, convincing depth and broad tonal reproduction that make even internet videos appear smoother than on a conventional computer screen.The Sony BD-VE210-0.CEK 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema Kit also features Triluminous Colour, which allows you to perceive every hue of colour, delivering sparkling images with a broad tonal gamut that adds astonishing depth to every scene.The upscaling feature elevates DVDs to near-HD quality, giving new life to your favourite discs. QuickStart & Loading ensures discs load in no time, cutting down wait times and giving you maximum enjoyment.Bluetooth and NFC for your home cinemaOffering effortless, dynamic connectivity, the BDVE-210-0.CEK houses both Bluetooth and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology to facilitate wireless connections between the theatre system and a mobile device.NFC enables one-touch listening – simply touch your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet to the home cinema system and enjoy immediate music playback via Bluetooth. Likewise, you can stream music from a PC, iPhone, iPad or iPod via Bluetooth, revelling in aural glee as Digital Music Enhancer tidies up the sound.Download the TV SideView app to use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control or mouse, making web browsing and system control an easy delight.WiFi for your HTKThe Sony BDVE 2100 5.1 Smart Home Cinema System is equipped with integrated WiFi, so you can go online directly with a smartphone, laptop or tablet, without the need for maddening cabling.Stream all kinds of content, from personal photos and playlists, to games, online movies, catch-up TV and YouTube clips. If you need something new to watch, the Sony Entertainment Network offers a incredible assortment of HD movies, songs and TV channels for you to stream.The full web browser keeps you fully connected, with apps for weather, news, games and more.Faultless cinema styleDemonstrating the new Sony Sense of Quartz design inspired by the cut-glass edges and lustrous surfaces of rock crystal, the BD-VE2100.CEK 5.1 3D Home Cinema System radiates cool, distinguished understatement, from its speakers to its remote controls – it’s the ideal match for your living room.Equip your home with the finest in entertainment technology with the Sony BDV-E2100.CEK 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System and its smoothly attractive appearance.
  • Product codes: 4905524897456

What’s better YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver or SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System?

There are obviously a number of differences between YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver and SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £299 cost of YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver is closer to the expectation you had than the £229 pricep point of SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver and SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas SONY BDVE2100 5.1 Smart 3D Blu-ray Home Cinema System scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Home cinema systems and sound bars as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



YAMAHA R-N402D Network Stereo Receiver



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