Product highlights
two-channel sound bar with simulated surround sound two 1" dome tweeters two 2-1/8" cone midrange drivers two 3" cone woofers built-in amplifiers: 30 watts x 2 for front left and right drivers, 60 watts for bass drivers built-in voice control with Amazon Alexa gives you voice control over music features and volume access weather reports, set timers, generate to-do lists, issue smart home commands, and more DTS Virtual:X digital sound processing emulates object-based surround sound like DTS:X and Dolby Atmos simulated surround and height-channel speakers create a spacious, lively soundstage built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for wireless music streaming from compatible devices Dolby® Digital and DTS decoding Clear Voice mode for clearer, louder dialogue with movies and shows listening modes: music, TV, movie, sports, and game auto lip-sync reduces latency between video and audio 35-1/16"W x 2-3/16"H x 5-1/4"D weight: 7.5 lbs.
Connections and general info: 1 HDMI input, 1 HDMI output HDMI connections support 4K video with high dynamic range (HDR), 3D video, Audio Return Channel, and HDMI-CEC optical digital audio input mono RCA subwoofer output for adding your own powered subwoofer Ethernet port for wired network connection free downloadable Sound Bar Controller app for Apple® and Android™ lets you control the bar via Bluetooth with your smartphone keyhole slots for wall-mounting dimensions when wall-mounted: 35"W x 5-1/8"H x 2-1/2"D remote with subwoofer volume control warranty: 2 years
What's in the box Active soundbar speaker 6' AC power cord Remote control (CR2025 3V battery (installed) 5' Optical digital cable 2 Spacers Quick Start Guide Wall-Mount Template Product Registration Safety Brochure Warranty Information Contact Information
About this item
Written by Crutchfield's Emily S.
A customer favorite gets an upgrade
Yamaha's YAS-109 has a streamlined design that looks great whether it's wall-mounted or sitting on a stand.
Yamaha's sound bars have consistently impressed us, and their budget-friendly bars are no exception. The YAS-109 has everything customers loved from the previous models — some of the most popular bars we've carried in recent years — and it adds voice control.
Onboard amplification powers six drivers, including a pair of built-in ported subwoofers that deliver more bass than you'd expect from such a slim bar, especially at this price point. But if you want even more low-end rumble, there's a dedicated output for adding on a separate powered sub of your choice.
Alexa, how's the weather?
The YAS-109 has Amazon Alexa built-in so if you want to play your favorite Spotify® playlist on the bar, all you have to do is ask. And Alexa can do more than just play some tunes. Plan your day with weather and traffic updates. Create a shopping list, set reminders or alarms, and control connected smart home devices like lights and thermostats — all with your voice.
Hear it all
Sometimes I have to rewind movies and TV shows because I didn't catch what the actor just said, and I'm sure I'm not alone. It can be hard to hear dialogue over the background noise. That's where Yamaha's Clear Voice processing comes in handy — it brings speech to the forefront so that dialogue is easier to hear and understand.
And right next to "Clear Voice" on the remote control, you'll find a button for "3D Surround." This enables the bar's simulated surround sound via a technology called “DTS Virtual:X.”
How does DTS Virtual:X work?
Many sound bars simulate Dolby Atmos or DTS:X by bouncing sound off your walls and ceiling. That's not what's happening here. Instead, DTS Virtual:X almost completely relies on digital sound processing.
DTS uses what they call "spatial audio techniques" to make it seem like the sound is all around you. Incredibly sophisticated audio delays and adjustments create a larger, wider soundstage. That includes overhead atmospheric effects like leaves rustling on a tall tree or birds chirping above. Check out Jeff Miller's article " What is DTS Virtual:X?" for more details.
Options for music
The YAS-109 can handle your tunes, too. You can use Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi to wirelessly stream music, audiobooks, or podcasts from compatible devices directly to the sound bar.
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