what is the differance between the the yamaha rx-v661 reciever and the htr-6060 reciever what is better?

Answer 1

Both are very similar units. The RX-V line is usually Yamaha's higher-end receivers and it has a few extra 'bells'.

HTR-6060: 105 watts per channel vs 90

RX-V661: Has volume limiter to minimize the swings in volume (desirable for late-nite movie watching to avoid disturbing others.

RX-V661: Allows hookup to optional iPod docking station
RX-V661: Assignable amplifiers if you want to bi-amp
RX-V661: Has zone 2 controls
RX-V661: Has pre-outs for center & rears in case you want to add outboard amplification.

So the RX-V has more features that audiophiles might want. If the price is the same - get the RX-V unit. If the price is more than about $50, go with the HTR version unless you really want a second zone, love your iPod or watch a lot of movies late while others are asleep.

Answer 2

Although there is overlap between the RX and HTR lines, the RX is Yamaha's best. There is no comparable HTR model to any of their better RX models.

In the Authorized Dealer/Custom Design and Installation channel, we demand more accurate measurements than the big box retailers, which is why they make the RX line for us. We want to know how a unit is really going to perform in the home, whereas the big box guys just want the biggest number on the box. Since they have no qualified assistance for shoppers, the numbers on the box have to sell the product.

So, an HTR rated at 105 watts per channel is equal to an RX rated at 90 watts per channel.

How could that be? RX models are rated using continuous power RMS. This always delivers a lower, but more accurate measurement of performance.

HTR models are rated using some crazy concoction called "Dynamic Power" where they jolt the unit then let it rest to come up with something akin to peak performance. This yeilds a larger, but less accurate number.

Finally, since the 90w RX and the 105w HTR output the same power, and the RX has a nice feature set, I'd get the RX-V661, even if it is a little more money.