Each channel is rated at 165 watts RMS per channel into 6 ohms, 20 Hz – 20kHz with no more than 0.06% THD. But that's only with two channels driven - not all nine. The maximum device power consumption is 490 watts, which puts a significant limit on the power available when driving speakers with all 9 channels. Typically in a 7.1 surround sound system, your front 3 speakers will use the bulk of the available power. Frankly, this level of power isn't sufficient do drive nine speakers - not in a system at this price point. Clearly the intent is to add a separate stereo amplifier to drive the left and right front speakers, leaving the Yamaha to drive the center, surround, back and elevation speakers.

150 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.06% THD, with 2 channels driven 490 watts listed near the power cord socket

165 watts per channel. That information is listed under the “Specifications” area on Best Buy’s website.

This unit has 165 watts per channel RMS.

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Each channel is rated at 165 watts RMS per channel into 6 ohms, 20 Hz – 20kHz with no more than 0.06% THD. But that's only with two channels driven - not all nine. The maximum device power consumption is 490 watts, which puts a significant limit on the power available when driving speakers with all 9 channels. Typically in a 7.1 surround sound system, your front 3 speakers will use the bulk of the available power. Frankly, this level of power isn't sufficient do drive nine speakers - not in a system at this price point. Clearly the intent is to add a separate stereo amplifier to drive the left and right front speakers, leaving the Yamaha to drive the center, surround, back and elevation speakers.
Answered by SteveInNYC 5 years ago
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150W/Channel RMS
Answered by NikJam 5 years ago
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150 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.06% THD, with 2 channels driven 490 watts listed near the power cord socket
Answered by Weblee 5 years ago
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165 watts per channel. That information is listed under the “Specifications” area on Best Buy’s website.
Answered by Coreyb 5 years ago
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165 per channel
Answered by JoeC 5 years ago
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This unit has 165 watts per channel RMS.
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