Pioneer VSX-815 Receiver Review
Pioneer VSX-815-K Receiver
Summary
- Product Name: VSX-815 Receiver
- Manufacturer: Pioneer
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: June 19, 2005
- MSRP: $365
- Specifications
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Power Amplifier Design: Thermal Compensation Transistor
Surround Power: 100 watts x 7 (1kHz; 1% THD @ 8-ohms) 700 Watts total system power
Stereo Power: 100 watts x 2 (20Hz-20kHz; 0.7% THD @ 8-ohms) 200 Watts total system power
Digital Decoding & Processing: Double-precision 48-bit Motorola DACs; 192kHz/24-bit DACs, 96kHz/24-bit ADCs
DSP: Dolby Digital 5.1/EX, DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete, DTS 96/24/Neo6, Pro Logic IIx/Game Mode, WMA9 Pro, 9 Advanced Surround modes, 7-chanel stereo, Virtual surround bac
Inputs: 4 audio/video/s-video, 5 digital ins (2 optical/1 front optical/2 coax), 5.1 multi-channel input, 3 component video, front AV inputs (including optical)
Outputs: 1 component, 2 audio/video/s-video, headphone output, 7.1 preamp outputs (includes subwoofer)
Room EQ: Auto/Manual MCACC (including 5-band EQ),
Additional Features: Sleep timer, dimmer option, multi-way loudspeaker binding posts, AM/FM tuner
Remote: Preprogrammed with manufacturer codes and 1-line 8-character LCD
Dimensions: 16 9/16 " W x 6 1/4" H x 15 13/16" D
Weight: 22 lbs. 4 oz.
Warranty: 1 year parts & labor
MSRP: $365
Pros
- Three (3) 40MHz HDTV-compatible component video inputs
- Plays loud
- Flexible amplifier assignments
- Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game Mode
- Front A/V Inputs
- Easy to Setup
Cons
- Auto Setup not accurate for bass management
- No video upconversion
- No On-Screen Display (expected at this price point)
Introduction
- VSX-815 First Impressions & Build Quality
- Receiver Setup & MCACC Room EQ
- Receiver Setup - Part Two
- Pioneer XXD3086 Programmable Remote Control
- VSX-815 Receiver Listening Tests
- Conclusions & Overall Perceptions
