Yamaha RX-730

[Old John]

I just picked up a "black box" late 80s 70 watt per channel Yamaha RX-730 which seems to be a pretty nice little receiver. I haven't been able to find out much about it yet. Anybody have any opinions about this piece of gear?

Old John

 

[avionic]

If its Yamaha you probably did OK...But then I guess I'm a little biased.

 

[jhoyt]

I have a high opinion of the Yamaha RX series, and even the RX-V series. My first "real" stereo was an RX-V470, and today I use an RX-595. All Yamaha's receivers seem to be a real step above the usual BPC.

 

[Mysteryed]

Nice "black box".

I own one, and it is a solid piece of gear. The Owners Manual is at: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/index.php

Enter RX-730 as the model in the "Model Search" (green button).

The manual is in pdf format and is printable/readable with Adobe Acrobat Reader.

The receiver, rated at 70 watts/channel, has an awful lot of dynamic headroom, very little coloration of the sound, and is not your typical BPC. Mine has not had a single glitch in the past 2 years. It sings sweetly on a daily basis! I bought it at a garage sale for $15 and have been amazed, since then, that anyone would let it go for that price. Maybe it was the missing pre-out to main jumpers that were at the root of the low pricing.:yes: The manual has full specs on the last few pages.

Enjoy!

Herb

 

[Old John]

Thanks for the information, gentlemen. Herb, I've been enjoying the black box receiver a lot as I've looked it over. It functions perfectly as far as I can tell EXCEPT the display is out. The only light that can be seen on the front at all is the red indicator on the volume dial. Is it possible/practical/easy to fix or replace the display? I've never fooled around with one of those at all so wouldn't know where to start. By the way, my cost for the unit was $5.71 at Goodwill.
Thanks
Old John

 

[avionic]

Damn ,5 bucks.You did good..

 

[Mysteryed]

Thanks for the information, gentlemen. Herb, I've been enjoying the black box receiver a lot as I've looked it over. It functions perfectly as far as I can tell EXCEPT the display is out. The only light that can be seen on the front at all is the red indicator on the volume dial. Is it possible/practical/easy to fix or replace the display? I've never fooled around with one of those at all so wouldn't know where to start. By the way, my cost for the unit was $5.71 at Goodwill.
Thanks
Old John

Outstanding! My tech skills are minimal... you would probably be better served by asking Merrylander. He knows Yamaha gear! (along with a few other fellows on these forums) Really, a great score-- Herb

 

[cookscreek]

RX730 display light

For future reference I just finished replacing the led bulb on my RX730 very easy task, undo the 2 screws holding the display (white plastic ) with a rubber bushing on the back this holds the bulb in place just follow the 2wires to the board behind it and unplug it this will make replacing the bulb easy to get at pull the black rubber off and then the orange one that holds the bulb in the display unit. If you can't fine the original replacement RAT SHACK has led 's cheap just splice into the wire so it can be pluged back in ( EASY ) I put a red led in mine really looks nice. Good Luck peice of cake

 

[rockin1150]

I have a high opinion of the Yamaha RX series, and even the RX-V series. My first "real" stereo was an RX-V470, and today I use an RX-595. All Yamaha's receivers seem to be a real step above the usual BPC.

I have the 595 also. cannot be beat watt for watt, and has it's own high speed sound. the cymbols are there a lot faster than with my TOTL yamaha.

 

[rockin1150]

rat shack also has the direct incandescent bulb too

 

[PioneerHPMLuver]

Old thread, but just wanted to chime in, that I am using this as a preamp for my SX-980...it's very sweet sounding and the adjustable loudness control is pretty nice as well. Plus I now have remote control!
Lamps can be had from Dave at www.dgwojo.com Very fair prices and ultra fast shipping.