Yamaha SR-C30A
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Just Okay
Sound Quality
77/100
Integration
75/100
Build Quality
82/100
Features Connectivity
80/100
Value for Money
85/100
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SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 77/100
Bass
78/100
No published listening reviews provided; score inferred from specs. Subwoofer uses a single 5-1/8" driver with 50 W dedicated amp and a 'Bass Extended' DSP — good for tight, controlled low end in small rooms but limited extension and LF impact versus larger subs.
Dynamics
76/100
Inferred from hardware: modest 50 W sub amp and small satellite drivers (1.8" ×2) imply competent transient response for dialogue and light effects with limited headroom for very deep, chest‑punching LF. No reviewer measurements or listening comments were provided.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Integration
75/100
No outcome-based review evidence supplied. Features (wireless subwoofer, Bass Extended, HDMI ARC, app control) indicate ease of placement and tuning, but Features ≠ Integration; add outcome evidence or lower Integration.
Build Quality
82/100
Yamaha parts list and dimensions suggest a compact, well‑finished product with dedicated subwoofer cabinet; weight (12.6 lb sub) and manufacturer's reputation support above-average build for the price class. No reviews detailing durability or finish were available.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied. Good connectivity set for the price: HDMI ARC, 2× optical, Bluetooth 5.0 (SBC/AAC), wireless sub option and app control. Lacks Wi‑Fi, streaming services, AirPlay or advanced codecs.
Value for Money
85/100
At $299.95–$329.95 the SR‑C30A offers a strong feature set (wireless sub, app control, ARC, Dolby modes) and branded build; judged good value for small/medium rooms. No reviews explicitly called it a 'no‑brainer' or 'best in class.'
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Specifications
- Drivers
- Center unit: Front L/R: 1.8“ cone × 2, Subwoofer: 5-1/8”
- Output Power
- 90 W (Front L/R: 20 W × 2-ch, Subwoofer: 50 W)
- Power Consumption
- Center unit: 20V/2.1A (Rated), Subwoofer: 20 W
- Standby Power Consumption
- 0.3 W (HDMI control off, Bluetooth standby off), 0.5 W (HDMI control on, Bluetooth standby on)
- Dimensions (W x H x D)
- Center unit: 23-5/8” x 2-1/2” x 3-3/4”, Subwooer: 13-1/4” x 6-1/4” x 14-3/8”
- Weight
- Center unit: 2.9 lbs, Subwoofer: 12.6 lbs
- HDMI
- 1 out (TV ARC)
- Digital Optical
- 2 in
- Subwoofer output
- No
- Analog Audio
- 1 in
- 4K Pass-through
- No
- 3D Pass-through
- No
- ARC
- Yes
- CEC
- Yes
- Auto Lip-Sync
- No
- Virtual Surround Technology
- Dolby® Audio
- Surround Mode
- Stereo, Standard, 3D Movie, Game
- Compressed Music Enhancer
- Yes
- Bass Extended
- Yes
- Dolby Digital
- Yes
- Dolby Pro Logic II
- Yes
- DTS Digital Surround
- No
- File Format
- -
- Built-in music streaming services
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- AirPlay
- No
- Bluetooth Version/Profile
- Version: Ver 5.0 / Profiles: A2DP / Codecs: SBC, AAC
- Bluetooth Maximum Communication Range
- 33 ft (without obstructions)
- Wireless Subwoofer
- Yes
- App Control
- Yes (Sound Bar Remote)
- Learning Function
- No
- MusicCast Surround
- No
Manufacturer's Description — Yamaha
SR-C30A Compact Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer
Good on space and on bass. Virtual surround sound, Clear Voice and Adaptive Low Volume tech inside a footprint made for versatility. Bluetooth and easy setup options make listening simple.
- Wireless subwoofer that you can place horizontally or vertically to fit in any space
- Clear Voice for enhanced dialogue clarity
- Adaptive Low Volume for rich sound, even at low volumes
- Bluetooth streaming for your music and podcasts
- Simple setup with HDMI, optical or aux connections
- Great for small spaces and gaming battlestations. Wall-mountable.
TRUE SOUND
The size of your screen isn't the only part of an immersive experience. Become truly immersed with sound from the SR-C30A.
WIRELESS AND SEAMLESS
What good is an explosion or superhero fight scene without the punch of bass? Powerful bass is what lets you feel the action. The SR-C30A includes a wireless subwoofer with a compact footprint, for bass you can feel and fit wherever you want.
PERFECTLY MATCHED SOUND
Technology in the SR-C30A goes beyond conventional speaker directivity to create a breathtaking sound field that seems to come from the center of the TV screen itself.
REALISM AT ANY VOLUME
Unleash rich sound at any volume. With Adaptive Low Volume technology, our sound reproduction maintains a full and expressive presence, even when listening at low volumes.
CLEAR VOICE
Find it hard to hear TV dialogue? Our Clear Voice technology makes human voices more audible. Hear every word—from YouTube videos to movies and shows, especially when background music and sound effects try to take center stage.
FOUR SOUND MODES
With four different sound modes, you can match the sound to your content and mood. Stereo mode works great for music and podcasts. Standard mode is ideal for TV programs. Try Game mode to immerse yourself in your latest battle, and use 3D Movie mode to create an expansive theater experience.
SLEEK AND COMPACT
More than 30% narrower than our normal sound bar, this sound bar takes up even less space.
SLIM, YET STRONG SUBWOOFER
A small, narrow footprint with an expressive range that is infinitely deep.
Connect easily with a single cable. Conveniently adjust volume and sound modes with included remote or dedicated app - the Sound Bar Remote App.
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