Receivers

Onkyo Unveils New Networked AV Receivers

by jessica on Mon, 2009-08-24 12:43

Onkyo today announced three network-and-internet-radio-capable, 9.2-channel THX Ultra2 Plus certified A/V receivers - the Onkyo TX-NR1007, TX-NR3007, and top-of-the-line TX-NR5007.

All three receivers include a rear-panel Ethernet port, and can stream music from Pandora, Rhapsody, vTuner, and Sirius Internet Radio services. Each receiver is Windows 7 compatible, and carries DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) 1.5 certification. They also include dual parallel HDMI outputs and ISF Certified Calibration Controls (ISFccc) for independent optimization and fine-grain adjustments of a full range of video sources.

The Onkyo receivers will be available in September at suggested retail prices of $2,699 for the TX-NR5007, $2,099 for the TX-NR3007, and $1,599 for the TX-NR1007. Read more

Onkyo Intros New AV Receiver with Internet Radio/Networking Capabilities

Onkyo's new TX-NR807 is a network-capable home theater receiver configured for Pandora, Rhapsody, and Sirius' streaming internet radio services. The receiver also plays computer music files from networked PCs, is fully compatible with the Digital Living Network Alliance's DLNA 1.5 consumer electronics interoperability specification, and sells for less than half the price of the company's previous network-capable model.

The TX-NR807 has THX Select2 Plus certification and state-of-the-art processing from Dolby, DTS, Audyssey and Faroudja. The TX-NR807 is also one of Onkyo's first receivers to offer Audyssey DSX soundstage extension processing in addition to Dolby Pro Logic IIz height-capabilities. Read more

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SpeakerCraft Unveils New Home Theater Receivers

by jessica on Mon, 2009-08-17 13:14

SpeakerCraft, a company best known for its custom installed loudspeakers, just announced that they are jumping into the home theater receiver market with the introduction of two new A/V receivers.

The new SCR710 is an 80-watt stereo receiver with a high current output stage capable of driving low impeadence loads with authority. This is important for dealers who are trying to do more with less, and can be a cost saver for the consumer. The SCR710 will ship at the end of 2009 with an MSRP of $425.

The second model, the SCR910, is a 7.1 channel receiver with 130-watt per channel power rating, and includes upconverting functions, numerous surround-sound modes and more. SpeakerCraft says that this receiver "will stand up next to any of the finest receivers in the business." The SCR910 will be available at the end of the year as well, with an MSRP of $1250.

Proficient Audio Announces M80 Receiver

by jessica on Mon, 2009-08-10 00:30

Proficient Audio just announced that their new M80 receiver is now in production and is expected to be available in September 2009.

The M80 has everything you need for accurate reproduction of Blu-ray Discs, video games and other media. It features DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD lossless audio, four HDMI inputs, Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processing, and seven 130-watt high-current Class AB amplifiers. Best of all, the M80 is priced at $1,250 – not bad for a top of the line AV receiver!

The M80 includes features that custom installers need, such as a full set of line outputs and an optional iPod dock. The M80 also has cool-running amplifiers that are designed to operate in a ventilated equipment cabinet. Menu controls on the front panel let you make setup changes without using a remote control.Read more

Onkyo Releases New HT Series AV Receivers

by jessica on Fri, 2009-08-07 00:30

Onkyo just announced a new line of audio video receivers - the HT Series. The first of these new models, the HT-RC160, is a 7.2-channel receiver with five 1080p HDMI inputs, Dolby ProLogic IIz, and Analog to HDMI video upconversion, and is available now for $549.

Other features include:

WRAT technology and discrete amp construction for cleaner sound
TrueHD/DTS-HD decoding to support the latest Blu-ray technology
Optional iPod Dock / HDradio module via proprietary U.Port

A step-up model, the HT-RC180, is a 7.2-channel THX Select2Plus Certified receiver with networking capabilities, including streaming internet radio from Pandora, Rhapsody and others, will be added to the line later this month with an MSRP of $1049.

Bring Cinematic Entertainment Sound into the house!

by Justin Hubbell on Tue, 2009-07-14 08:15

The four new Pioneer Elite A/V receivers are designed to bring enhanced clarity, detail and dynamic "quick response" from uncompressed Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks used in Blu-ray discs.

The Pioneer Elite SC-25 and SC-27 A/V receivers incorporate a Direct Energy HD Class D amplifier featuring ICEPower technology to ensure unprecedented reproduction of high resolution multi-channel, stereo, as well as compressed audio and provide premium home entertainment that rivals the movie theater experience. The Elite SC-27 goes even further by becoming the industry's first Class D amp design to achieve THX Ultra2 Plus and AIR Studio monitor certifications!Read more

New Pioneer Elite A/V Receivers Produce High Resolution Multi-Channel Sound Quality

July 1, 2009--Raising the bar on high power A/V Receiver performance, Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today unveils four A/V Receivers designed to bring enhanced clarity, detail and dynamic "quick response" from uncompressed Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks used in Blu-ray Disc entertainment. The new Pioneer Elite SC-25 and SC-27 A/V Receivers incorporate a Direct Energy HD Class D amplifier featuring ICEPower technology to ensure unprecedented reproduction of high resolution multi-channel, stereo as well as compressed audio and provide premium home entertainment that rivals the movie theater experience. Pioneer pushes the limits of A/V Receiver innovation with the Elite SC-27, which leverages the full advantages of this emerging amplification technology to become the industry’s first Class D amp design to achieve THX Ultra2 Plus as well as AIR Studio monitor certifications. Together, these achievements undoubtedly affirm the company’s position as the preeminent home entertainment manufacturer for the most critical home entertainment enthusiast. Read more

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Onkyo Introduces the World’s 1st AV Receiver with Dolby ProLogic IIz

March 12, 2009 – As the first installment of its 2009 product line-up, Onkyo has introduced three new home theater receivers, including the world's first to offer Dolby's new ProLogic IIz processing, which can produce sound effects above the listener's head. Theses models, which range in price from $299 to $599, also include an array of advanced HD audio and video technologies from Onkyo, Dolby, DTS, Audyssey, Faroudja, and others that were previously only available at higher price points. They feature up to six HDMI inputs, and include the first AV receiver with a front-panel HDMI input.

With the debut of the new TX-SR607 receiver, Onkyo has the distinction of becoming the world’s first manufacturer to launch a 7.2-channel home cinema receiver featuring the all-new Dolby Pro-Logic IIz mode. Designed to take home cinema sound to new heights (literally!) DPL IIz introduces a vertical aspect to the sound field through the addition of left and right-channel front height speakers mounted above the main speakers. Based on the initial positive reactions to demonstrations of this technology to dealers, Onkyo anticipates good demand for expanded height channel capabilities in future models. Read more

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Yamaha Updates Receivers with High End Features throughout Line

February 23, 2009––Yamaha Electronics Corporation just introduced a new line of versatile, high-performance AV receivers featuring the RX-V665 (MSRP: $549.95), successor to the RX-V663, the industry's best-selling model in 2008. This model and the other four in the line (RX-V765, MSRP: $649.95; RX-V565, MSRP: $479.95; RX-V465, MSRP: $379.95; and RX-V365, MSRP $249.95) deliver the best HD video and audio performance along with exceptional versatility at popular price points.

Yamaha's new systems enable music and movie enthusiasts to fully enjoy their Blu-ray players, broadcast HD services and gaming consoles with comprehensive feature sets through most of the line. The top four models feature four 1080p compatible HDMI inputs. The top three also upscale analog video to 1080p full HD resolution for stunning, lifelike picture quality, even from non-HD video sources. On the audio side, all models, starting with the RX-V465, offer a full complement of surround sound audio decoders (Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio; Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio). Read more