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Black wireless speaker with low-profile rectangular cabinet, dual woofers and tweeters visible behind grille

Yamaha

Yamaha WX-051BL MusicCast 50 Wireless Speaker 5.1 CH Black

SKU CH-V2E3-ZTJ2T MPN WX-051BL

A MusicCast 50 wireless speaker that streams via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay or Spotify Connect and adds wireless 5.1 surround to a compatible AV receiver

  • Audio channels5.1 CH
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresThe MusicCast 50 has the power to make your music more amazi
  • Fill your room with dynamic, natural and crystal-clear sound
  • Stream music through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay or Spotify Connect
  • Create a wireless 5.1-channel home theater with a compatible AV receiver
  • Control multiple rooms with the MusicCast app for iOS and Android
  • Use Alexa voice control via any Amazon Echo device

What the MusicCast 50 is

The Yamaha WX-051BL MusicCast 50 is a wireless streaming speaker finished in black. It delivers a 5.1 CH channel configuration and connects through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay and Spotify Connect. The unit is aimed at listeners who want multi-room audio without running speaker cables through the house. It also integrates with Alexa for voice control from any Echo device.

Sustained playback behaviour

During extended listening sessions the MusicCast 50 maintains stable wireless streaming across the supported protocols. The MusicCast app on iOS or Android manages multi-room groups and source selection without interrupting playback. A single speaker or a paired set can serve as wireless surrounds for a compatible MusicCast AV receiver, keeping the 5.1 CH soundfield consistent over long periods.

The deciding specification

The product provides a 5.1 CH channel layout, which determines whether it fits a surround-sound plan or a simple stereo zone. Buyers who need a different channel count or a wired-only connection will not find that here.

How it compares

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Price $499.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 297 comparable items (median $63.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameYAMAHA
Model nameWX-051BL
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Audio channels5.1 CH
Size & build
Shipping weight5.35 kg
Package size462 × 267 × 211 mm

Questions about this item

Does the MusicCast 50 run hot or draw much power when it streams all day?

The speaker is designed for continuous streaming over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay or Spotify Connect without overheating; its low-profile enclosure dissipates heat passively during extended use.

What must I already own to set up the MusicCast 50 and stream to it?

You need a home Wi-Fi network and a smartphone or tablet running the MusicCast Controller app for iOS or Android; an Amazon Echo device is required only if you want Alexa voice control.

Can I add the MusicCast 50 to my older Yamaha AV receiver for wireless surround sound?

Yes — if the receiver is MusicCast surround-capable, pairing one or two MusicCast 50 speakers adds wireless rear channels for a 5.1-channel home-theatre setup.

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