Yamaha to Integrate Deezer on New RX-V 83 Series AV Receivers and Other MusicCast Wireless Multiroom Audio Products

Yamaha has announced that it will support Deezer on select models of the company’s growing MusicCast multi-room audio ecosystem.

Owners of compatible MusicCast products who subscribe to the popular music streaming service will be able to enjoy Deezer’s 43+ million songs right in their homes.

Support will first arrive before May through a firmware update for the just-announced Yamaha RX-V683, RX-V583 and RX-V483 AV receivers. In the weeks to follow, the service will roll out to other select MusicCast AV receivers, wireless speakers, sound bars, streaming amplifiers and Hi-Fi receivers.

Yamaha MusicCast will support both Deezer Premium+ (320 Kbps) and ad-supported Deezer Free platforms.

"Passionate music fans are drawn to Deezer for its enormous library and outstanding music discovery abilities," said Bob Goedken, general manager, AV division, Yamaha Corporation of America. "We’re excited that these fans will soon have the world of Deezer at their fingertips from MusicCast wireless audio products throughout their home. It’s a match made in heaven.”

The integration of Deezer within Yamaha products will provide customers with access to the almost endless music archive that Deezer has to offer. It will also allow users to experience Deezer’s signature feature, Flow, that lets users create their own personal soundtracks. Based on a unique algorithm combined with human curation, Flow learns a listener’s preferences and then scours Deezer’s massive music library to create a stream of music that mixes personalized recommendations and new discoveries with old favorites.

Commented Riad Hawa, vice president, hardware partnerships at Deezer, “We’re excited to be expanding our reach to more home users globally, especially through Yamaha, the world’s number one AV receiver brand. We are looking forward to continuing to innovate in this space with Flow at the center of our music experience.”

In August 2015, Yamaha introduced its MusicCast wireless multiroom audio technology, uniting Hi-Fi and home theater with wireless multiroom simplicity. Yamaha MusicCast products range from wireless speakers to sound bars, AV receivers, streaming amplifiers and Hi-Fi receivers, offering an extremely diverse range of performance levels, price points and listening experiences from which to choose.

In addition to the new RX-V 83 Series AV receivers, Deezer will be integrated into the following current MusicCast products:

MusicCast sound bars: YSP-5600, YSP-2700, YAS-706, YSP-1600 and SRT-1500 (expected in May).

MusicCast wireless streaming amps, Hi-Fi receivers and powered network speakers: WXA-50, WXC-50, R-N602, R-N402 and NX-N500 (expected in July).

MusicCast wireless speakers: WX-010 and WX-030 (expected in June).

MusicCast AV preamplifier CX-A5100 (expected in fall).

R-N402

A second generation Hi-Fi receiver with support for MusicCast. It provides richly resonant, high quality sound from high-resolution sources, streaming services and smartphones as only a Yamaha Hi-Fi component can.

Other Colors Available

R-N602

High sound quality Network HiFi Receiver with support for DSD 5.6MHz reproduction. Compatible with MusicCast and packed with network functions. Unlimited enjoyment of many different sound sources, including hi-res sources, smartphones and streaming services.

WXC-50

The WXC-50 is a new-concept audio component that goes beyond conventional audio thinking. It let you access a wide variety of audio content such as music from streaming services or stored on a smartphone, and enjoy high quality sound and style thanks to the ability to network with Yamaha’s exclusive MusicCast multi-room audio system. High functionality and performance bring you musical enjoyment just the way you want it.

WXA-50

The WXA-50 is a new-concept audio component that goes beyond conventional audio thinking. It let you access a wide variety of audio content such as music from streaming services or stored on a smartphone, and enjoy high quality sound and style thanks to the ability to network with Yamaha’s exclusive MusicCast multi-room audio system. High functionality and performance bring you musical enjoyment just the way you want it.

WX-030

This Wi-Fi-enabled streaming speaker is so compact you can put it just about anywhere for instant listening. It’s compatible with MusicCast, a new system that lets you connect other MusicCast devices via your home’s wireless network to deliver music whenever and wherever you like.

Other Colors Available

WX-010

With just this one unit, you can enjoy all your favourite music, in the place you want to. Featuring connectability to a MusicCast system, it’s the most convenient and compact audio solution. Open the door to a free, new music style!

Other Colors Available

NX-N500

All-in-one bookshelf HiFi monitor speaker featuring an amplifier equipped with network functionality. Enjoy the best in sound whether from smartphone, streaming services, PC, NAS or TV audio.

Other Colors Available

YSP-5600

3D sound reproduction equivalent to 7.1.2 channels realised using Yamaha’s unique Digital Sound Projector technology to let you enjoy movies and music with thrilling 3D surround sound. MusicCast functionality lets you enjoy a variety of audio content throughout your home using an exclusive app.

YSP-2700

Designed for exceptional sound quality to being out the best of beautiful images. Compatible with MusicCast, it offers a new music style. The YSP-2700 will bring satisfying sound with superior presence into your living room.

YSP-1600

Stylishly slim Soundbar featuring Digital Sound Projector technology for real 5.1ch surround sound. MusicCast for enjoying a variety of music sources anywhere in your house. HDCP2.2 compliant HDMI supports 4K Ultra HD input.

YAS-706

The YAS-706 is a convenient way to get surround sound with outstanding presence from a slim, stylish body. Compatible with MusicCast, it will increase your enjoyment of audio.

SRT-1500 Discontinued

Elegant sound base featuring Digital Sound Projector technology for real 5.1ch surround sound. MusicCast for enjoying a variety of music sources anywhere in your house. HDCP2.2 compliant HDMI supports 4K Ultra HD input.

Other Colors Available

Yamaha to Integrate Deezer on New RX-V 83 Series AV Receivers and Other MusicCast Wireless Multiroom Audio Products