All user reviews for the Yamaha RX-V457

- How long have you use it?

I use it for over 2 years

- What is so special that you like most and least?

What I like most: sound quality in home cinema! (This is the entry-level yet)
What I like least: Average Sound Hi-Fi (but it is a normal HC amp is not made for hi-fi at the origin)

- Have you tried many other models before buying it?
before I had a kenwood KRF-v5030D (home cinema as well)

- How would you rate the quality / price?
Good quality / price ratio as usual with YAM

- With experience, you do again this choice? ...
yes but I'll change the line to move to a higher level

(Originally written by DJ_chris_41/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
- How long have you been using it?

Over two years.

- Which feature do you like the most / the least?

Pro: sound quality for home cinema applications!! (even though it's a low-range product)

Cons: average sound for hi-fi applications (but that's normal considering this amp was conceived for home cinema applications)

- Did you try any other models before buying it?

I previously owned a Kenwood KRF-V5030D (also for home cinema)

- How would you rate its value for money?

Good value for money as always with Yamaha

- Based on your experience, would you buy this product again?

Yes, but I would choose a product in a higher price range.