The MusicCast 20 delivers versatile listening with ease – able to be used as a standalone speaker, paired, or acting as surround speakers with a compatible MusicCast AV receiver or sound bar.
- Music streaming services built-in
- MusicCast multi-room technology
- Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control compatibility* (*Availability varies by region)
- High-Resolution Audio
- Stereo pairing (requires 2 units)
- Ability to be used as surround speakers with an AV receiver or sound bar* (*Select MusicCast models only)
- Soft-touch, simple presets for instant playback
- Alarm
A world of music.
Explore a world of music with music streaming services* built-in. Syncing your playlists and song likes from your smart phone or computer to the MusicCast 20, music streaming services make it impossibly easy to either listen to your faves or discover new music.
*Streaming service availability varies by region.
*Streaming services may change or be discontinued without notice.
Say goodbye to speaker wires!
Good sound should never tie you down. The MusicCast 20 lets you connect the way you want to – wirelessly. Whether via Bluetooth® or over Wi-Fi with AirPlay 2®, the wireless connection makes it quick and easy to get the party started.
And for all those home theatre buffs out there, the MusicCast 20 can be used at the back of the room, replacing the need for surround sound speakers.
Connecting wirelessly to a MusicCast AV receiver* means no more having to run speaker cable around the room.
Compatible Technology:
MusicCast BAR 400, MusicCast BAR 40
AV Receivers
RX-V Series: RX-V3085, RX-V2085, RX-V1085, RX-V685, RX-V585, RX-V485, RX-D485, RX-S602
AVENTAGE Series: CX-A5200, RX-A3080, RX-A2080, RX-A1080, RX-A880, RX-A780, RX-A680
Multi-room Audio.
MusicCast takes the headache out of multi-room audio. Simply connect all MusicCast devices to the same network and start sharing audio throughout the home.
Take MusicCast for a test drive by downloading the free MusicCast app and using it demo mode.
Let’s talk.
Touch or voice control – the choice is yours. Intuitively control a single MusicCast product or an entire whole-of-home system with ease using Alexa or Google Assistant and hear your home come alive.
*Availability of voice command control via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant varies by region.
Discover True Sound
Steeped in rich musical traditions that have spanned more than 130 years, Yamaha continues to explore the limits of sound.
From the concert stage to the recording studio, this unrivalled musical history has shaped the way we listen to music in the home. And it is with this unyielding ambition to reproduce the intangible nuances of a live musical performance that inspires innovation and redefines how we experience music – bringing you closer to the artist.
Today, Yamaha remains at the cutting-edge of technology with a new generation of home audio devices that enable you to access and share music effortlessly.
What is MusicCast?
Discover the powerful capabilities of Yamaha’s whole-home technology that elevates your listening experience in the spaces you love.
MusicCast represents the cutting-edge of audio technology and trademark sound quality that Yamaha is renowned for.
Superior construction, detailed design and innovative technology combine to reflect an ethos of the world’s biggest Musical Instrument manufacturer.
From AV receivers to sound bars, to wireless speakers – whatever your needs are, MusicCast brings your home entertainment experience to a whole new level.
Share Music In Every Room
Imagine sharing all the music you love throughout the home – no matter the format. From your favourite vinyl to AirPlay®, Bluetooth® to music streaming services* and even sound from your TV, MusicCast has it covered.
Additionally, all MusicCast products are designed with sound quality at the front of mind. High-res formats including Apple Lossless (ALAC) up to 96 kHz, WAV, FLAC and FLAC or AIFF up to 192 kHz are supported.
*Music streaming service availability varies by region and product.
MusicCast SURROUND
Unlock the full capabilities of wireless surround sound by combining a MusicCast AV receiver or Sound Bar with a pair of MusicCast 20 speakers or a MusicCast 50. Sync the speakers seamlessly to produce the ultimate, immersive experience for enjoying your favourite TV shows, movies and games.
AirPlay 2
Hey Siri. Play music in the kitchen and living room.
AirPlay2 adds the ability to stream Apple Music and other streaming services to multiple MusicCast devices throughout your home. Easily control it from your iPhone or iPad, link it with a HomePod, or simply ask Siri for an assist.
Spotify Connect (now works with Spotify Free Account)
Connect to a world of music directly from the Spotify app, freeing up your phone so you can watch videos and take calls without interrupting playback.
Spotify Connect lets you stream music directly to your MusicCast speaker or device. Now you can tap into this endless library of music with both Spotify Free and Spotify Premium accounts.
| MusicCast 20 (WX-021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes (2.4 / 5 GHz) | |
| MusicCast Surround | Yes (dual only) | |
| MusicCast Stereo | Yes | |
| AirPlay | Yes (AirPlay 2 via firmware update) | |
| Bluetooth | Version/Profile | Ver. 4.2 + EDR / A2DP, AVRCP |
| Audio Codec | SBC, AAC* (*Receiving Only) | |
| Maximum Communication Range | 10 m / 32.8 ft. 10 in. (without interference) | |
| File Format | MP3 / WMA / MPEG-4 AAC: up to 48 kHz / 16-bit, ALAC: up to 96 kHz / 24-bit, FLAC / WAV / AIFF: up to 192 kHz / 24-bit | |
| Preset Memory | Yes | |
| Ethernet | Yes | |
| Alarm | Alarm, Snooze, Sleep | |
| Speaker Unit | 9 cm (3-1/2”) woofer x 1, 3 cm (1-1/8″) soft dome tweeter x 1, Passive radiator x 2 | |
| Maximum Output Power | 40 W (Woofer 25 W + Tweeter 15 W) | |
| Power Supply | AC | |
| Power Consumption | 10 W | |
| Standby Power Consumption | 1.9 W (Network Standby ON, Bluetooth Standby ON), 0.3 W (Network and Bluetooth Standby OFF) | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 150 x 186 x 130 mm; 5-7/8” x 7-3/8” x 5-1/8” | |
| Weight | 2.2 kg; 4.8 lbs | |
| Colours | Black, White | |
