Yamaha SRX90A True X Sound Bar at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The SRX90A is a flagship soundbar from Yamaha (Hamamatsu, Japan), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Part of the True X Surround series, it pairs Yamaha's proprietary YSP beam speaker technology with Dolby Atmos and AURO-3D decoding to deliver a fully immersive 3D sound field from a single slim chassis just 71 mm tall. The system includes an external subwoofer with Symmetrical Flare Port technology and two fully wireless TRUE X SPEAKER 3A rear speakers with built-in batteries, making the SRX90A the world's first AURO-3D compatible soundbar.

YSP Beam Speaker Technology Redefined

Yamaha introduced beam speaker technology to home theater with the original YSP-1 over two decades ago, and the SRX90A represents its most advanced evolution. Twelve DSP-controlled beam speakers mounted on the top of the soundbar, six on each side, are driven by Yamaha's proprietary YDA-141 high-performance amplifier. These speakers project precisely aimed sound beams toward the ceiling to create convincing height channels through reflection, producing a Dolby Atmos sound field that rivals traditional surround speaker arrays. The result is an expansive, room-filling experience that no conventional single-unit soundbar can match.

Custom Eye-Shaped Oval Speakers and Cabinet Engineering

At the core of the SRX90A's slim profile are custom eye-shaped oval speaker units, engineered specifically for this system. Their optimized structure and magnetic circuitry deliver rich midrange tones and high output volume while eliminating acoustic interference between drivers. Cone strength and high-frequency clarity were refined through extensive development to achieve distortion-free performance at all listening levels. The speakers are housed in a highly rigid cabinet supported by large resin legs, providing an exceptionally solid platform for an audio device of this form factor.

SURROUND:AI and Qualcomm QCS407 Processing

The SRX90A inherits SURROUND:AI technology from Yamaha's flagship AVENTAGE Series AV receivers. Powered by a Qualcomm QCS407 64-bit System-on-a-Chip, SURROUND:AI analyzes each movie scene in real time and automatically applies the ideal surround sound processing for that moment, without any manual adjustment. The effect is comparable to having a team of professional audio engineers fine-tuning every scene as it plays, bringing a level of dynamic audio intelligence rarely found outside a dedicated AV receiver setup.

Key Features

• YSP Beam Speaker Array: Twelve DSP-controlled beam speakers on the top panel create height channels via ceiling reflection for genuine Dolby Atmos playback without overhead speakers.
• World's First AURO-3D Compatible Soundbar: The SRX90A supports AURO-3D, a three-dimensional audio format used in commercial cinemas, making it the first soundbar globally to do so.
• Symmetrical Flare Port Subwoofer: A newly developed subwoofer cabinet design reduces port noise and distortion at high output levels, producing clean, deep bass reproduction.
• TRUE X SPEAKER 3A Wireless Rears: Two fully wireless rear speakers with integrated rechargeable batteries eliminate all rear cable runs while delivering true surround channel audio.
• Charging Cradles Included: Both TRUE X SPEAKER 3A units ship with dedicated charging cradles for convenient storage and recharging.
• SURROUND:AI Processing: Real-time scene-adaptive surround sound inherited from the AVENTAGE AV receiver lineup, powered by a Qualcomm QCS407 SoC.
• Custom Oval Drivers: Eye-shaped oval speaker units provide high volume and midrange clarity from a slim 71 mm cabinet with minimal acoustic interference.
• MusicCast Network Audio: Yamaha's MusicCast platform enables multi-room audio, streaming integration, and system control via the MusicCast app.
• AirPlay 2 Compatible: Stream directly from any Apple device using AirPlay 2 for low-latency, high-quality wireless audio.
• Streaming Services Built In: Spotify, Deezer, and Amazon Music are supported natively without requiring a separate streaming device.
• WiFi and Wireless Connectivity: Built-in WiFi enables reliable network streaming and smart home integration.
• 130-Year Acoustic Heritage: Yamaha's expertise spans musical instruments, professional live sound, and consumer audio, all informing the acoustic tuning of the SRX90A.

Technical Specifications

What's in the Box

• Yamaha SRX90A Soundbar
• External Subwoofer with Symmetrical Flare Port
• TRUE X SPEAKER 3A Wireless Rear Speakers (x2)
• Charging Cradles for Rear Speakers (x2)
• Remote Control
• Power Cables
• Documentation and Setup Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Yamaha SRX90A?

The Yamaha SRX90A is a flagship home theater soundbar system from Yamaha, featuring YSP beam speaker technology, Dolby Atmos decoding, AURO-3D compatibility, an external Symmetrical Flare Port subwoofer, and two fully wireless TRUE X SPEAKER 3A rear speakers. It delivers a complete 3D surround sound experience from a slim 71 mm chassis without requiring in-ceiling or on-wall speaker installations.

How does the Yamaha SRX90A compare to the Sonos Arc Ultra or Samsung HW-Q990D?

The Yamaha SRX90A stands apart from competitors like the Sonos Arc Ultra and Samsung HW-Q990D through its use of DSP-controlled beam speakers that physically project height channels via ceiling reflection, rather than relying solely on upward-firing drivers. It is also the world's first soundbar to support AURO-3D, a format not available on the Sonos Arc Ultra or Samsung HW-Q990D. The TRUE X SPEAKER 3A rear speakers are fully wireless with integrated batteries, while Samsung's wireless rear kit requires a separate power source. For listeners prioritizing acoustic precision and format compatibility, the SRX90A offers a distinct technical advantage.

Can the Yamaha SRX90A deliver a true Dolby Atmos experience without ceiling speakers?

Yes. The SRX90A uses twelve DSP-controlled beam speakers mounted on the top of the soundbar to project sound beams toward the ceiling, creating height channels through controlled reflection. This YSP beam speaker approach produces a convincing Dolby Atmos sound field without any in-ceiling, overhead, or wall-mounted speaker installation, making it suitable for rooms where traditional Atmos speaker placement is not practical.

What is AURO-3D and why does it matter on the SRX90A?

AURO-3D is a three-dimensional audio format developed by Auro Technologies, widely used in commercial cinemas and high-end home theater installations. It encodes audio in discrete height layers rather than relying entirely on object-based metadata, producing a natural and enveloping spatial sound field. The Yamaha SRX90A is the world's first soundbar to support AURO-3D decoding, meaning owners can experience cinema-grade spatial audio at home from a single soundbar system.

What is SURROUND:AI and how does it work on the SRX90A?

SURROUND:AI is Yamaha's proprietary real-time audio processing feature, inherited from the flagship AVENTAGE Series AV receivers. Powered by a Qualcomm QCS407 64-bit SoC, it analyzes the audio content of each movie or music scene as it plays and automatically selects the optimal surround sound field processing parameters for that moment. No manual adjustment is required, and the system continuously adapts throughout playback to maintain an ideal acoustic presentation for every scene.

Where can I buy the Yamaha SRX90A in Toronto or Canada?

The Yamaha SRX90A is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Yamaha dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound specializes in premium home audio and home theater systems and can assist with product demonstrations, system configuration advice, and purchase. Customers across Canada can also contact Vinyl Sound directly for purchasing options and shipping availability.

Are the TRUE X SPEAKER 3A rear speakers truly wireless?

Yes. The TRUE X SPEAKER 3A rear speakers included with the SRX90A have built-in rechargeable batteries, meaning they require no power cables during use. They connect wirelessly to the soundbar system and are supplied with dedicated charging cradles, allowing them to recharge between listening sessions. This design eliminates the need to run any cables to the rear of the room, making installation straightforward in virtually any living room layout.

Is the Yamaha SRX90A compatible with AirPlay 2 and multi-room audio?

Yes. The SRX90A supports AirPlay 2 for direct wireless streaming from Apple devices including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It also integrates with Yamaha's MusicCast network platform, which enables multi-room audio across compatible Yamaha devices throughout the home. Native support for Spotify, Deezer, and Amazon Music is also built in, allowing streaming directly from the soundbar without a separate media player.