Features
R-S300 Natural Sound Stereo Receiver
Affordable stereo receiver combining ToP-ART technology and ART Base chassis construction for crisp, clean sound. Advanced features include continuously variable loudness control, Pure Direct, along with Yamaha iPod dock connection and a 40-station AM/FM...
Features
R-S300 Natural Sound Stereo Receiver
Affordable stereo receiver combining ToP-ART technology and ART Base chassis construction for crisp, clean sound. Advanced features include continuously variable loudness control, Pure Direct, along with Yamaha iPod dock connection and a 40-station AM/FM for great music enjoyment.
MAIN FEATURES
- High-end design similar to the A-S2000—the look and feel of the control knobs, for example.
- ToP-ART and ART Base chassis construction fully protect audio signals from noise and vibration
- High grade parts selected and tested to meet Yamaha standards and provide the best possible sound.
- An iPod Dock port provides highest quality sound from an iPod. iPod Video Out allows connection to a TV.
- Connect two sets of speakers; switch between them or listen to both at the same time.
- Auto Power Off automatically turns off the power after a certain amount of time to save energy.
Advanced Features
- 50W x 2 high power output
- 40-station AM/FM random access preset tuning
- Pure Direct for short and direct signal path
- Aluminum-extruded front panel
- Subwoofer Out
- Continuously Variable Loudness Control
- Slim-design remote control
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/8" x 6" x 15-1/4"
Zone Control
12V Trigger Out (Control Out)
The 12V trigger output can be used to automatically power on the components in Zone 2 when the main power is turned on. Output is a high 100mA, so relay operation is possible.
Remote (IR) 2 In/Out and Remote 2 In
These terminals let you connect an IR signal receiver for wireless remote control between the Main Zone and Zone 2.
Speaker A/B and A+B Selection
Enjoy music in a second room! Just connect a second pair of speakers to the Speaker B terminals and you can listen to either pair or both of them at the same time.
The Look and Texture of Quality
Offers the look and feel of the top-class A-S2000, with elegant aluminum front panel and silky touch volume/selector knobs. You can feel Yamaha's commitment to quality when you touch the knobs.
ToP-ART Sound Quality Design
ToP-ART (Total Performance Anti-Resonance Technology) design uses a symmetrical layout for accurate sound field reproduction and the ART Base to eliminate effects from external vibration.
Pure Direct
Music signals travel the shortest possible route, bypassing the buffer amp and tone, loudness and balance controls to virtually eliminate any signal degradation for the purest sound quality.
New Speaker Terminals
These high grade speaker terminals have silver plating for best connection and outstanding durability. The pitch between jacks is wider for easier insertion.
Highest Quality Parts
The quality of each individual part, as well as how they work together, basically determines the sound quality of any component. Yamaha uses only very high quality parts, carefully selected and tested.
Continuously Variable Loudness Control
Our ears lose sensitivity to high and low frequencies at low volume levels. This control lets you turn down the volume while maintaining the optimum frequency response.
Special Power Supply for Clear iPod Sound
The iPod dock has an independent power supply to prevent operating or charging current from the iPod from flowing into the amp ground signal. This ensures optimum iPod sound quality.
Balanced System for Minimal Noise
An unbalanced interface is subject to commonmode voltage noise, so Yamaha uses a balanced system to receive the iPod signal. This makes a significant contribution to reducing noise in the system for higher sound quality.
Technology
Made for iPod and iPhone (Docking Station)

The "Made for iPod and iPhone" combination logo indicates that the product is equipped to use an optional Yamaha Universal iPod/iPhone Dock that lets you connect your iPod or iPhone to this product. With the optional dock you can listen to your music and operate the iPod/iPhone via the product's remote control while at the same time charging the battery. Depending on your product's specifications, some will allow you to use the On-Screen Display feature on your video monitor to navigate your music. Some products can even allow you to view your photos and movies from your iPod/iPhone on your video monitor (view the Specifications of each product for iPod/iPhone playback compatibility)...
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Audio & Video
Specs
Specifications
| ToP-ART Technology | Yes | |
|---|---|---|
| Output Power (RMS) | 50W x 2 | |
| iPod Compatibility via Yamaha Universal Dock | 1 (for optional YDS-12, YID-W10 or YBA-10) | |
| Pure Direct Switch | Yes | |
| THD | [0.04%] | |
| Linear Damping Factor (Speaker A) | 150 or more | |
| Continuously Variable Loudness Control | Yes | |
| REC Out | Yes | |
| Remote Controllable Master Volume Control | Yes | |
| Preset Tuning for Radio Stations | 40-Station | |
| IR Ports | 1 In / 1 Out | |
| Product Dimension (W x H x D) / Weight (lbs.) | 17-1/8" x 6" x 15-1/4" / 19.4 | |
| Phono Input | Yes | |
Support
Downloads
FAQs
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 12 reviews)
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (9)
- Great sound quality (6)
- Simple controls (6)
- Easy to use (5)
- Good power output (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Basic systems (4)
- Replacement (4)
- Upgrade (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Practical (5), Enthusiast (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Clean stereo sound!
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Replacement
- Upgrade
Comments about Yamaha r-s300:
Don't let the 50 watts per channel fool you. This receiver out performs my last one that was rated at 100 watts per channel. The audio is cleaner, more accurate and a little more powerful than my last receiver.
It also has some nice features. Like the Max and Initial Volume settings. No need to worry about your speakers being over cranked or turning your receiver on and have it blaring from a previous volume setting. It also has a subwoofer output but this thing hooked up to my tower speakers, there's really no need.
My CD's sound better and blu-ray sounds awesome! Regular radio stations sound pretty good too.
The only odd thing is the volume goes from -89.5 to +16.5 but no sound is really audible until -50. So I just set the Initial Volume setting to -50 to solve this. Maybe it is more effective at low volume with headphones, which I haven't tried out. Also, on my setup, CD's sound clean and loud at about -15 and blu-rays at about -10 volume setting. So I just set the Max Volume setting at -10 as it doesn't appear I need to push it beyond that.
Anyway, it's a nice stereo receiver with clean sound and I am definitely happy with my purchase.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Sounds as great as it looks!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
- Warm full sound
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Replacement
- Upgrade
Comments about Yamaha r-s300:
I had no idea how much difference a quality tuner/amp could make in a system! My 20-year-old speakers have never sounded this good.
My turntable is getting a new cartridge , as my LP's sound so much better with the Yamaha, I plan on playing them more often. The variable loudness control is a nice feature for listening in the evening and the R-S 300 has all the power I need.
The look and feel of the unit is impressive: a thing of beauty is a joy foreever. This unit has turned a casual user into an enthusiast.
Rick Knivsland
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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