--- product_id: 328896797 title: "Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast" brand: "yamaha" price: "$2198.53" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Yamaha" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/328896797-yamaha-yht-5960u-home-theater-system-with-8k-hdmi-musiccast store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # ALLM & VRR for gaming 8K HDMI 2.1 with eARC 80W powerful surround sound Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast **Brand:** yamaha **Price:** $2198.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎬 Elevate your home theater game with Yamaha’s 8K powerhouse—because your living room deserves the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast by yamaha - **How much does it cost?** $2198.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/328896797-yamaha-yht-5960u-home-theater-system-with-8k-hdmi-musiccast) ## Best For - yamaha enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yamaha brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Smart Room Calibration with YPAO:** Automatic speaker tuning ensures perfect sound balance tailored to your unique space—no manual setup needed. - • **Next-Gen 8K HDMI 2.1 Connectivity:** Experience ultra-smooth 4K120 and 8K60 video with HDCP 2.3 and eARC for flawless streaming and gaming. - • **Immersive 5.1-Channel Surround Sound:** Feel every scene with crystal-clear dialogue and deep bass that transforms your living room into a premium theater. - • **Future-Proof Dolby Vision & HDR Support:** Enjoy stunning visuals with Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma, and BT.2020 compatibility for cinematic picture quality. - • **Seamless Wireless Streaming & Voice Control:** Connect effortlessly via Bluetooth, MusicCast app, Alexa, or Google Assistant for hands-free entertainment control. ## Overview The Yamaha YHT-5960U is a cutting-edge 5.1-channel home theater system delivering 80 watts of powerful surround sound. Equipped with 8K HDMI 2.1 ports, Dolby Vision, and advanced room calibration technology, it offers immersive audio-visual experiences optimized for movies, gaming, and streaming. Featuring wireless connectivity and smart assistant compatibility, it’s designed for the modern home entertainment enthusiast seeking premium quality and future-ready performance. ## Description Enjoy a complete home theater with the YHT-5960U. This 5.1-channel surround sound system will transform how you listen and watch at home with a powerful subwoofer and complete set of surround speakers. The YHT-5960U home-theater-in-a-box includes an AV receiver with the latest in video processing, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, wireless streaming and more. Review: Theater Sound - The Yamaha receiver and speakers completely transformed our theater room! The sound quality is beyond my expectations—rich, powerful, and perfectly balanced. Every movie feels immersive, with crystal-clear dialogue and deep, resonant bass. It’s like having a professional theater at home. Absolutely worth every penny! Review: Great starter home theater setup. - The amplifier is very good for this price range and the subwoofer works very well for it's size. The speakers are acceptable but not great. They work well for the rear surround and center channel but you may eventually want to upgrade the front speakers to an entry-level set of bookshelf or floor speakers. If you do you'll probably be very happy, I am =) ## Features - 5.1-channel 80-Watt powerful surround sound system - 4K60, 4K120AB and 8K60B HDMI 2.1 with HDCP 2.3 and eARC (4 in/1 out) - Dolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma and BT.2020 - Supports enhanced media and gaming - ALLM, VRR - YPAO automatic room calibration - Speaker wire perfectly matched for each speaker ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0973M92QD | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo, Surround | | Audio Output Type | Speakers, Bluetooth, MusicCast, HDMI | | Best Sellers Rank | #25,496 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #9 in Home Theater Systems | | Brand | Yamaha | | Built-In Media | One AV Receiver, four surround speakers, one subwoofer | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Tablet, Smart Speaker | | Connectivity Technology | HDMI | | Connector Type | HDMI | | Controller Type | Mobile app (MusicCast), Alexa, Google Assistant | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 371 Reviews | | Format | 4K, DTS Surround Sound, Dolby | | Item Weight | 54 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Yamaha | | Mfr Part Number | YHT-5960UBL | | Model Number | YHT-5960UBL | | Number of Channels | 5 | | Other Special Features of the Product | DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Enjoy a complete home theater with the YHT-5960U. This 5.1-channel surround sound system will transform how you listen and watch at home with a powerful subwoofer and complete set of surround speakers. The YHT-5960U home-theater-in-a-box includes an AV receiver with the latest in video processing, wireless streaming and more. | | Output Power | 80 Watts | | Output Wattage | 80 Watts | | Special Feature | DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Enjoy a complete home theater with the YHT-5960U. This 5.1-channel surround sound system will transform how you listen and watch at home with a powerful subwoofer and complete set of surround speakers. The YHT-5960U home-theater-in-a-box includes an AV receiver with the latest in video processing, wireless streaming and more. Special Feature DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Enjoy a complete home theater with the YHT-5960U. This 5.1-channel surround sound system will transform how you listen and watch at home with a powerful subwoofer and complete set of surround speakers. The YHT-5960U home-theater-in-a-box includes an AV receiver with the latest in video processing, wireless streaming and more. See more | | Supported Internet Services | Amazon Music, Google Play Music | | Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 | | Total HDMI Ports | 5 | | Total Number of HDMI Ports | 5 | | UPC | 027108110172 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Video Encoding | H.264, H.265/HEVC | | Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer | | Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo, Surround - **Brand:** Yamaha - **Compatible Devices:** Smartphone, Tablet, Smart Speaker - **Connectivity Technology:** HDMI - **Connector Type:** HDMI - **Controller Type:** Mobile app (MusicCast), Alexa, Google Assistant - **Surround Sound Channel Configuration:** 5.1 - **Total HDMI Ports:** 5 - **Video encoding:** H.264, H.265/HEVC ## Images ![Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81xvwMwn9cS.jpg) ![Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71DDqrs+7QL.jpg) ![Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ANdw1cxIL.jpg) ![Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61dGvPLqcHL.jpg) ![Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/815rworYATS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What’s the model number of the included subwoofer?** A: The model number on my sub for this unit is SW050. This system sounds awesome. **Q: Is speaker wire included?** A: Yes, included. But I replaced it for thicker wire 16- gauge when I installed speakers constantly on walls. **Q: Can I mount them on the ceiling?** A: Thanks for your question. Each speaker has a keyhole opening in the back to allow for easy wall-mounting. The keyhole opening is not suitable for ceiling mounting. World Wide Stereo is 43 years old and a proud authorized Yamaha dealer. **Q: Can wireless speakers be used for back speakers** A: Only if you can install transmitter module on the receiver for rear speaker channels. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Theater Sound *by M***D on January 11, 2026* The Yamaha receiver and speakers completely transformed our theater room! The sound quality is beyond my expectations—rich, powerful, and perfectly balanced. Every movie feels immersive, with crystal-clear dialogue and deep, resonant bass. It’s like having a professional theater at home. Absolutely worth every penny! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great starter home theater setup. *by A***W on November 21, 2025* The amplifier is very good for this price range and the subwoofer works very well for it's size. The speakers are acceptable but not great. They work well for the rear surround and center channel but you may eventually want to upgrade the front speakers to an entry-level set of bookshelf or floor speakers. If you do you'll probably be very happy, I am =) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice Starter theater system with nice sound but tricky setup. *by E***F on March 31, 2024* This is a nice system for the price. It comes with everything you need to get started in theater systems without blowing the bank and still provides awesome sound. It comes with 2 front and 2 rear speakers and a small subwoofer. The subwoofer in the system is the NS-SW050 which is an 8" 50w sub. that is better than if you had no sub, BUT if you purchase a larger powered sub later on it will make a MUCH BIGGER difference! I connected my system not as a surround but as just a music streaming stereo player and have it powering a pair of Klipsch Reference R-620F's. After pulling out my hair with the MusicCast app. I finally got it to connect with my Amazon music and WOW, what a beautiful full sound! I do not understand WHY it is so difficult for all these companies that put out their own apps. for their streaming equipment to offer a simple way to search for and connect to most if not all the streaming devices available today. The first company that invests in the tech and hardware to do that will have me sold for life. BE prepared to jump through hoops with MULTIPLE apps. to finally get some music streaming out of your system BUT it is no different than with ALL the major manufacturers that offer streaming devices. Overall a good system to start with and it offers some nice sound which if later you start adding some good speakers and nicer sub it will make you happy! ## Frequently Bought Together - Yamaha YHT-5960U Home Theater System with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - WALI Speaker Wall Mounts, Bookshelf Speaker Wall Mount Brackets, Surround Sound Speaker Mounts, Hold up to 7.7 lbs, (SWM402), 4 Pack, Black - Amazon Basics Speaker Cable, Easy Assembly, 16-Gauge, Bronze, 100 ft --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/328896797-yamaha-yht-5960u-home-theater-system-with-8k-hdmi-musiccast](https://www.desertcart.us/products/328896797-yamaha-yht-5960u-home-theater-system-with-8k-hdmi-musiccast) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*