Firmware Update for Spotify Connect now available for Yamaha Receivers
January 31th, 2014 --- Yamaha is pleased to announce today that Spotify Connect firmware is now available for 2013 network AV receivers.
Yamaha AV receiver owners (see complete list below) that have a Spotify Premium account can now enjoy instant access to millions of songs in high-quality on their Yamaha home entertainment system. Most recently, the release of music streaming services has changed the way consumers access music. The integration of Spotify Connect within Yamaha products will provide customers with access to the almost endless music archive that Spotify has to offer with seamless music enjoyment.
With Spotify offering superior audio sampling rates, along with Yamaha’s legendary Natural Sound, users can expect to get the highest-quality audio playback from their AV receiver.
To use the Spotify Connect, customers are required to download the Spotify app for a smartphone, tablet or laptop and have an active Spotify Premium account. If you own a compatible Yamaha AV receiver and would like to try a Spotify Premium account, there is a free 30 day trial available. For more details, visit spotify.com/yamaha
Spotify Connect firmware is now available for download from links below.
Spotify Connect compatible models:
AVENTAGE Pre-amplifier:
CX-A5000
AVENTAGE series AV receivers:
RX-A3030, RX-A2030, RX-A1030, RX-A830, RX-A730
RX-V series AV receivers:
RX-V675, RX-V575, RX-V475
About Yamaha Corporation
Since its founding in 1877, the Yamaha Group has developed its business activities focusing on musical instruments, audio products, Yamaha music schools, and other products and services related to sound and music. We are pleased, indeed, that Yamaha touches on the lives of and brings joy to so many people around the world.
For more information, please visit: http://www.yamaha.com/about_yamaha/corporate/
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