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Yamaha R-S202
R-S202 Natural Sound Stereo Receiver
Yamaha, the most trusted brand in home audio, adds Bluetooth® compatibility in this Hi-Fi receiver for easy wireless access to streaming music services and music on your smartphone or other devices. Enjoy the connectivity and the outstanding and legendary quality of Yamaha natural sound.
- Advanced circuitry design
- Bluetooth® to your favorite streaming music services
- 40 station FM/AM preset tuning
- Brushed aluminum finish and simplistic design
- Speaker selector for two systems
- Simple remote control layout
- Headphone terminal
Heritage of Technical Expertise
Rooted in technology and expertise. The R-S202 was created from years of experience and technological expertise in receiver design. With a music heritage that runs over 125 years deep, our passion and reputation for Hi-Fi was born from the music side and extended into electronics. The concept of natural sound is based on reproducing music as it would be experienced live. Built with scrupulous care from the circuit design to basic sound reproduction, the R-S202 reproduces high-quality, musically-rich sound for the entry level consumer.
High-Power Output
Never peak. The R-S202, with two channels of 100 W high-power output* that are above its class, has a high-quality sound design that minimizes the length of signal routes and optimizes the circuit layout. Positioning the power transformer near the amp circuit reduces power loss while improving peak power supply capacity to enable high volume output. The signal ground and power supply ground connect at one point, eliminating mutual interference to achieve a higher S/N ratio. The result is sound clarity stripped of noise and other signals.
* 8 ohms, 40 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.2% THD
Bluetooth® to Streaming Music Services
Connect wirelessly. The R-S202 provides Bluetooth functionality to let you enjoy streaming music from smart phones and other devices. Use your device to select the songs from your library and hear them with the legendary quality of Yamaha sound.
40 Station AM/FM Preset Tuning
All your stations. Register up to 40 favorite FM and AM stations, then conveniently select them from either the receiver or the remote control. Auto preset lets you automatically search for and register FM stations. Frequencies appear on the display, so when you want to listen to a new station, you can quickly and easily dial it in.
Simple and Sophisticated Design
Less is more. The R-S202 inherits the simple, sophisticated design style for which Yamaha Hi-Fi audio is famous. With an elegant brushed finish, it harmonizes beautifully with other audio equipment. The Yamaha commitment to beauty and sophistication are demonstrated in the finish and ease of control, giving the user a premium audio experience.
Speaker Selector
Check one, two. Equipped with speaker terminals for two systems, this receiver lets you connect two sets of speakers. The speaker selector makes it easy to switch between outputs, allowing you to hear the sound from one speaker system (A or B) or both (A+B). Try the Yamaha NS-6490 bookshelf speakers and the YST-SW216 powered subwoofer with the R-S202 for an ultimate stereo system.
Power Saving
Go Green. A power management function automatically switches to standby mode. It can be set to two, four, eight or 12 hours or turned off. Power consumption during standby is only 0.5 W, achieving good energy saving performance.
Other Notable Features
• Simple remote control layout
• Headphone terminal
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Professional Reviews 84/100
Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
84/100
Build Quality
85/100
Features Connectivity
81/100
Value for Money
85/100
The Yamaha R-S202 delivers a smooth, full-bodied stereo sound with plenty of bass weight, a sweet top end, and a believable soundstage. Jim Milton praised its natural balance and easy Bluetooth streaming, while What Hi-Fi? highlighted its musical, budget-friendly appeal for simple two-channel systems.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Smooth, even tonal balance with warm bass and non-harsh treble
Bluetooth streaming is easy to use and sounds convincing for everyday listening
Produces a wide, deep soundstage with a natural sense of acoustic space
Enough power and punch to drive speakers loudly without sounding strained
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Cons
Timing and dynamic snap are good but not class-leading versus rivals
FM reception was described as mediocre in at least one real-world test
The remote is basic and lacks backlighting
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 84/100
Reviewers describe a smooth, full-bodied presentation that is easy on the ears, with a natural soundscape and no obvious frequency overhang. The strongest praise is for its relaxed balance and agreeable tonal character rather than razor-edged detail, and one review notes that it is less incisive on timing and dynamics than some rivals.
Transparency Resolution
82/100
The reviews call it detailed and say it can be hard to tell Bluetooth from CD in one comparison, but they stop short of describing it as especially revealing or highly resolving. It sounds clean and natural, with enough detail to hold interest, but the emphasis is more on smoothness than on maximum insight.
Tonal Balance Musicality
88/100
This is repeatedly described in very listenable terms: smooth, full-bodied, even-handed, pleasantly mellow, and sweet in the treble without harshness. Reviewers also praise its warmth and the way it avoids sounding overly clinical, making it an easy amp to live with for long sessions.
Dynamics
79/100
There is enough power to drive the test speakers to very loud levels, and one review notes good punch and bass weight at this price. But What Hi-Fi says it is beaten for timing and dynamics and does not quite snap into shifts as well as a rival, so it sounds competent rather than especially lively or forceful.
Soundstage Imaging
86/100
The HomeTheaterHiFi review specifically praises a believable soundstage with depth and width, along with a convincing sense of acoustic space and decay. That is strong evidence for a stable, properly scaled stereo image, even if the reviews do not push into truly holographic or ultra-precise territory.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
85/100
What Hi-Fi says Yamaha has taken the same care building this as more expensive components, pointing to the feel of the volume dial and brushed aluminium fascia. The reviews suggest solid, credible construction, though they do not go much deeper into internal parts, thermal design, or long-term durability.
Features Connectivity
81/100
The feature set is fairly basic for an integrated receiver, but Bluetooth is a useful plus and is specifically praised as convenient and good-sounding for everyday listening. Beyond that, the reviews do not point to a particularly lavish set of inputs or convenience features, so it comes across as practical rather than well equipped.
Value for Money
85/100
At roughly $220, reviewers present it as a straightforward, affordable way to get a competent stereo system going, especially if you already have suitable speakers. The reviews do not frame it as a bargain against named rivals, but they do suggest the asking price makes sense for the sound quality and Bluetooth convenience it delivers.
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