http://www.audioholics.comWhere audio and video equipment undergoes rigorous objective and subjective tests by our staff, ensuring that marketing slogans aren't the only guidelines for your home theater choices.Fri, 25 May 2012 02:45:00 -0000http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/marantz-1403-1603-preThe Marantz NR1403 is a bare bones receiver with some of the best bones we've ever seen. With discrete amplification, tons of HDMI inputs, and Audyssey MultEQ, it is a new buyer's dream at $400. But if you want more, Marantz has it with the NR1603. Adding video upconversion, two channels of amplification, a second zone, Apple AirPlay and other streaming options, you are getting a lot for your additional $250. Add to that the attractive slimline case and you've got a product that will be turning heads not only of first time buyers but those that are looking for a second (or third) receiver. Great looks and features, reasonably priced, compact form factor, and carrying the Marantz name- what's not to like?Fri, 25 May 2012 02:45:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/marantz-1403-1603-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/pioneer-elite-sc-61-63-65-67-68-preThe new Pioneer Elite SC line for 2012 is truly full featured. The question you need to ask yourself is what you really need in a receiver. They are all great but you'll pay a premium for specific features that you might not need. Even the SC-68, the top of the line offering, is only $2500. Even in this economy, that seems pretty reasonable. Pioneer has made a name for themselves on making sure their receivers work with your phone. With these Elite receivers, they are making sure they work with your custom installer and all your high-end music files. If you are on the market for a receiver, you owe it to yourself to take a look at these new Elite receivers.Tue, 08 May 2012 11:45:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/pioneer-elite-sc-61-63-65-67-68-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/nad-t-787-777-187-preNAD has built a reputation on "audio quality first". Their latest generation of modular receivers (T 787 & T 777) once again proves they are living up to their heritage as evident by their beefy power supplies and full disclosure of amplifier power. NAD has done a lot to make sure that their amplifiers and components will give you all the power you need without any distortion. For video...well, the receivers will pass the signal unmodified. The seven HDMI inputs and two outputs are a great improvement for the company as is the inclusion of Audyessy MultEQ XT room correction. These products don't come cheap. However, the fact that NAD provides an upgradable path via their "Modular Design" approach will likely ease audiophiles concerns about future obsolescence. The question is whether the rest of the public will value their sound quality as much as the hard-core audiophiles. NAD knows their fan base well and NAD owners rarely seem displeased with product performance or feature sets.Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:40:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/nad-t-787-777-187-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr818-nr717-preOnkyo has long been known for having the most features for the money in their receiver offerings and the TX-NR717 and TX-NR818 receivers are no different. It is easy to get excited about the $1000 TX-NR717 until you see what the extra $200 for the TX-NR818 gets you. Audyssey XT32, 13.5 extra pounds and 25 extra watts per channel, full 9.2 outputs, DTS Neo:X, and a host of installer features including ISF calibration controls? It's hard to see why you wouldn't spend the extra cash. With both having THX Select2+ certificaiton, 9.2 channels, 8/2 HDMI 1.4a connections, full featured networking, and loads more, consumers have a lot to drool over.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:35:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr818-nr717-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/pioneer-vsx-522-822-1022-1122-k-preThe new 2012 Pioneer-branded line of receivers should have consumers excited. Bringing fully functional HDMI connection (including 3D, ARC, and Standby Through) plus MCACC room correction to the entry level models is a fantastic draw. While there is a large assumption that most of your devices will have HDMI (and maybe an accurate one for many consumers), there is a lot to like. Starting at $250 and going up to $600, the line has something for everyone. AirPlay, Qdeo 1080p upconversion, streaming, control apps, native iDevice compatibility, dual subwoofer output... the real question you have to ask is: What do you want your receiver to do? Because Pioneer certainly has a model for you.Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/pioneer-vsx-522-822-1022-1122-k-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/teac-ai-3000-preThe new Distinction line of Integrated amplifiers from Teac appear to offer some high quality construction and parts which should appeal to audiophiles wanting clean quality raw power. Regardless of the stereotypical black color scheme, the brushed aluminum front plate looks to be very attractive and, dare we say it, distinctive in a sea of gloss black components. The no-frills operation hints toward high fidelity and ease of use. The largest in the series, the AI-3000 is rated at 200wpc into 8 ohms and 360 watts into 4 ohms. Although these amps seem a bit pricey, they do appear to offer all the ingredients of a quality no-frills audiophile piece of gear as evident by the large power supply, heatsinks and clean board layouts. The $1000 AI-1000 may be a nice solution for a budding audiophile's first two channel system. The Distinction series of Integrated Amplifiers appear to be a hopeful line from TEAC and one that we'll be keeping an eye on.Mon, 12 Mar 2012 22:55:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/teac-ai-3000-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr616-nr515-nr414-sr313-preThere is very little that we find more interesting than new budget receiver offerings. Onkyo has made a name for themselves over the last few years for offering the highest feature to dollar ratio. So when they announce that they are updating their budget offerings, we can't help but perk up. While Onkyo has placed their WRAT amplifier typology throughout this entry-level line and have tried to incorporate as many streaming and convenience features as they can at all price points, they don't have any room correction for any offering under $500. While we think users of all but the bare bones TX-SR313 will appreciate Silicon Image's InstaPrevue feature, mostly would be more impressed with a room correction system than a better amplifier typology. We'll have to see how the public receives the new Onkyo 2012 line to know for sure.Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:20:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr616-nr515-nr414-sr313-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/sony-str-da3700es-videoToday we're looking at the new Sony STR-DA3700ES Receiver. We're actually pretty excited about this one because we got to see it up close and personal at this year's CEDIA event in Indianapolis. What's the big deal? Well, Sony has completely redesigned the GUI on-screen display and setup system. They haven't just redesigned the setup menu, they've took an axe to the whole way you connect and engage music, video and streaming media. In all honesty, we had to restrain ourselves from lifting up the receiver to look for an Apple logo. Sony is back in the game, except that they never really left, they just haven't been pushing the envelop over the past several years. Now other manufacturers are going to have to sit up and take notice.Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:50:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/sony-str-da3700es-videoA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/audiocontrol-avr-4-hdAudioControl announced the launch of their new Concert AVR-4 HD Home Theater Receiver. The Concert AVR-4 HD is said to fill a gap in the market for an audiophile quality receiver, at a great price, that does not compromise on the quality of its components, delivering a stunning movie experience rich in top tier audiophile sound quality and video performance. With a high efficient Class H 120wpc x 7 (all channels driven) amplifier design, the AVR-4 HD seems like it will deliver oodles of power for upscale home theaters while remaining cool in operation making it an ideal choice for rack mounting. The AVR-4 HD supports all the latest in HD audio and video decoding including 3D video pass-thru. We look forward to learning more about the new AVR-4 HD Home Theater Receiver from AudioControl when info becomes available.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:40:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/audiocontrol-avr-4-hdA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/rx-a1010Yamaha has once again put forth a solid offering in the highly competitive $1k price category with their new RX-A1010 Aventage 7.1 Channel Networking A/V receiver. The performance and feature set of the RX-A1010 should make Yamaha and its owners proud of this middle child A/V receiver. Over the last couple of years, Yamaha has been paying close attention to reviewer and customer feedback on their receivers as evident by the improved sound and build quality that birthed the Aventage lineup. Take time to set this baby up the right way, feed it a good speaker system, and you will enjoy the fruits of your labor. Don’t doubt for a minute that you can’t have a good two-channel and multi-channel experience with the RX-A1010 because I found it to be quite a musical receiver too. At this price point you have a lot of options from competitor products but the Yamaha RX-A1010 should be at the top of the list for your consideration especially if you want to take advantage of all of the latest networking streaming music options. Highly recommended!Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/rx-a1010A/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/marantz-sr5006-videoNear as we can tell, the audiophiles took over the design department at Marantz and now their new line of receivers looks very much like their reference line of 2-channel products. And, quite frankly, it's really awesome. This is a great receiver for a number of reasons. The first thing you notice about the SR5006 is that the huge LCD display that seems ever-present on all brands of AV receivers has been replaced by a minimalist round display. For under $800, the SR5006 offers power, inputs, and network streaming that go far above and beyond what we'd expect. On top of that it's rugged and looks totally audiophile - in a way that no one else does right now. This is a receiver that stands out in the crowd - and that's been very hard to come by in an age of nearly identical-looking black boxes. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:50:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/marantz-sr5006-videoA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/marantz-pm-15s2-limited-preThe Limited Edition PM-15S2 may have very few substantive improvements over the standard PM-15S2 Integrated Amplifier other than the switch to a black chassis and an upgraded power supply, but Marantz did it without raising the price. If you were thinking of investing in a PM-15S2 and the color was holding you back, rejoice. For the rest of us, we now have two top tier Marantz products to drool over. Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/marantz-pm-15s2-limited-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/marantz-pm6004-preIf the Marantaz PM6004 sounds like an Integrated Amplifier built for the high end crowd; it does to us as well. Until you get a look at the price. At $600 MSRP, the PM6004 is well within the reach of the masses. This is high end quality at big box prices. If you've always dreamed of a two channel listening setup, you may have just had your prayers answered. We're really looking forward to getting the PM6004 on our test bench to see what it can do.Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:10:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/marantz-pm6004-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/integra-dtr-70.3-preFrankly, we weren't going to write about the Integra DTR-70.3 receiver. We already wrote about the DTR-80.3 which is the new flagship of the Integra line. What could the DTR-70.3 have to offer other than less features for less money? How about the same features for less money! We had to look hard to find the differences between the two receivers and we're guessing that you'll take the $700 savings over an extra optical input and a better power supply solution. Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/integra-dtr-70.3-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/universal-remote-tsp-2000-receiverThis may be a short preview, largely because not too much is known, but Universal Remote Control debuted its upcoming TSP-2000 9.2-channel surround receiver . The receiver feature 125 watts per channel for each of its 7 channels of amplification and is slated to be THX certified according to literature displayed with the receiver. The receiver has a Decidedly "Denon-eque" look on the back in terms of its layout, but URC stated that while they explored various partners, this final design is their own development, directed to meet the specific needs of integration with the Universal Total Control line of products. For starters, the receiver features an Ethernet port - not so that you can stream media through it (for that URC has the SNP-1 Streaming Network Player) - but so that this Network Home Theater Processor can be integrated flawlessly into URC's network of Total Control solutions. It's a brilliant move. Instead of relying on their growing database of control codes for everyone else's products, now custom installers can use a complete solution in-house that is built to work flawlessly as a whole system.Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:12:31 -0000/reviews/receivers/universal-remote-tsp-2000-receiverA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/integra-dtr-80.3-preThe Integra DTR-80.3 receiver has everything the DHC-80.3 processor claims plus 20 lbs of amps. At 145 watts per channel, this THX Ultra2+ certified 9.2 channel receiver has nearly every feature available today including top of the line Audyssey room correction (MultEQ XT32), DTS Neo:X processing, 4K upscaling with ISFccc calibration, a host of custom installer features, and lots more. While the price tag isn't for the faint of heart, it isn't some outrageous number that only the uber-rich could possibly afford. At only $400 over the price of the processor, this is a receiver that should be turning many heads.Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:15:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/integra-dtr-80.3-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/pioneer-elite-sc-55Pioneer Electronics announced its new flagship SC-57 ($2000) and SC-55 ($1600) Elite receivers that bring state-of-the-art audio and visual content performance into any room. Both Elite models incorporate Pioneer’s new Class D3 digital amplifier technology (rated at 140wpc x 9). The integrated Class D3 amplifier can deliver Pioneer's highest-ever continuous power simultaneously to all dedicated channels with extremely high efficiency, significantly less heat production and ultra-low distortion. We spoke with Pioneer about the concerns we had with past products using the ICE modules (ie. SC-07) when driving 4 ohm loads and they claimed these their new D3 module is much more robust at handling low impedance loads. This is something we look forward to bench testing via a formal review. Packed with the latest in A/V processing and functionality, these A/V receivers appear to be a trend setter in the upscale A/V receiver marketplace. Sat, 10 Sep 2011 17:55:38 -0000/reviews/receivers/pioneer-elite-sc-55A/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-a1010-aventage-av-reciever-previewThe Yamaha RX-A1010 is a 7.2 channel receiver sporting 110 watts per channel. It is 3D compatible with 8 in/ 2 out HDMI 1.4a connections including one on the front panel and supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and Standby Pass-thru. Unlike other receivers that still require full power for their Standby Pass-thru, the RX-A1010 requires only 2 watts. With nearly every feature on the market (or some proprietary version of it), the RX-A1010 is a tempting carrot dangled in front of fans enticing them to pull out their wallets. For the rest, it is a pretty compelling reason to put Yamaha on your short-list of receivers.Fri, 09 Sep 2011 05:15:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-a1010-aventage-av-reciever-previewA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/nad-t-748-preIf you are on the market for a NAD receiver, the T 748 is their newest entry level model. At only $900, you get the legendary (according to the marketing material) NAD sound and not a lot else. There is an OSD but you'll have to connect a composite cable to your display to see it. On the flip side, you do get NAD's proprietary EARS DSP and 7.1 channel analogue pre-outs for connecting an external amplifier. You'll just have to live without video scaling, networking, zone 2 audio, more than 4 HDMI inputs, native iDevice integration, a second subwoofer output, the newest DSPs that support height/width channels, a GUI...Sat, 13 Aug 2011 08:20:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/nad-t-748-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/pioneer-sc-57-preWith a newly designed Class D amplifier section, THX Ultra2+ certification, and the new DTS Neo:X on board, the Pioneer Elite SC-57 9.1 channel receiver looks to be a worth contender for your $2000. It has a slew of custom installer features including three zones of audio (and video), 3D support, 11.2 channel analogue outputs, and support for just about every CI solution on the market. You can calibrate your video inputs, upconvert and scale everything to 1080p/24Hz over HDMI, and power all three zones of audio simultaneously. Add to that support for Apple AirPlay and just about every other networking feature, and there is a lot to like about the Pioneer SC-57.Mon, 08 Aug 2011 05:05:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/pioneer-sc-57-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-v671-videoIn the past, Audioholics has spoken about "break points" in receivers. These are the price points where you really want to be if possible, because it affords you features that you just can't get below it. Take this receiver, for example, the RX-V671 by Yamaha. It offers some of the most important features we tend to look for, like a discrete powered Zone 2, and network features that let you stream music from the likes of Pandora, vTuner, Rhapsody, SiriusXM Internet Radio and Napster. It also lets you stream media from any DLNA-compatible source. This is a great AV receiver for $550. If you don't need Zone 2 or network audio features, save $100 and pick up the RX-V571, but either way, we're certain it's going to be a good addition to anyone's room and an excellent value.Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-v671-videoA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/nad-t-757-preFuture-proof. This is the dream of nearly all AV enthusiasts. NAD Electronics is taking the next stab at the modular design with their recent receivers. The least expensive is the T 757, a $1599 receiver. This new receiver sports many of the newest features including 3D/ARC support, video upconversion to HDMI, and an on-screen interface over HDMI. But NAD has always been more about the audio side of things than video. NAD rates this receiver at 60 Watts per channel. If the T 757 was measured like other receiver offerings, it would put out 120 watts per channel. We're most interested to see how well NAD supports their modular design as companies like Onkyo and Integra couldn't get them to work for very long.Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/nad-t-757-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-a3010-preThe Yamaha RX-A3010 is a 9.2 channel receiver sporting 150 watts per channel. It has 11 pairs of binding posts, 11.2 channel analogue outputs, and supports almost all the latest networking features. The new RX-A3010 adds only $100 to the MSRP of the RX-A3000 but you get some significant upgrades. In fact, if you look at the (now getting long in the tooth) RX-Z11, aside from a couple of amps, the RX-A3010 has almost the same features. Of course, the RX-Z11 retails for $5500 (rather than the $2000 of the RX-A3010). What a difference a couple of years make huh?Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:10:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-a3010-preA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/denon-avr-3312ci-receiver-videoAV receivers are getting more and more powerful, and their feature sets are getting more and more expansive. For some, the critical price/performance breakpoint comes at around $5-$600. At that price you start to get advanced features like video upconversion to HDMI and amplifiers that can be re-routed to a second Zone. So what does Denon have to offer above and beyond that with its AVR 3312CI receiver, that's priced at twice that. I mean what do you really get for $1100? The truth is - there's so much we can't really cover it all in this video. It'd be kinda boring and I gotta get dinner at some point. So let's start with power. While most 7.1 or 7.2 receivers around the $600 price point deliver 90 watts per channel, the AVR 3312CI puts out 125watts, rated 20-to-20, and at just .05% THD. And it puts out that power across all channels equally. Think that's easy to come by? Video processing and a few more connectors don't weigh all that much, and yet the 3312CI is a full 4-1/2 pounds heavier than the 1912. It's all in the amps.Mon, 18 Jul 2011 06:35:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/denon-avr-3312ci-receiver-videoA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/integra-dtr-50.3-previewIs the Integra DTR-50.3 a great receiver? From the specs, absolutely. So, what is there to get excited about with this new Integra DTR-50.3? Honestly, not a lot if you aren't a custom installer. Mavell QDEO processing up to 4k for a display you can't buy, IDT HQV Vida VHD1900 chips for scaling and individual input calibration, tons of inputs and outputs (including dual subwoofer outputs), Audyssey MultEQ XT/DSX, Dolby PLIIz...all the players are here. Custom installers will like the bi-directional Ethernet and RS232 ports for control, 2 IR inputs and 1 out, 3 programmable 12-V triggers, non-volatile and lockable dealer settings. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/integra-dtr-50.3-previewA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/pioneer-elite-vsx-53-flThere is a ton to like about the Pioneer VSX-53. THX, Apple AirPlay, tons of networking features, App control, 7.2 channels (specs say 7.1 but we see 2 subwoofer outputs on the back), Marvell QDEO scaling, three zones (Zone 2 with video), native iDevice and Android support... the list goes on. Add 110 watts per channel, seven HDMI 1.4a inputs and 2 outputs, Advanced MCACC calibration, and a PC assisted walk-through of setting up your new receiver, and we like what we see. The question will be, how does it hold up to the competition?Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/pioneer-elite-vsx-53-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr1009-flDTS Neo:X technology - The industry’s first 2.0/5.1/6.1/7.1-to- 9.1/11.1 conversion technology within a single algorithm. Is it enough to get you to buy the Onkyo TX-NR1009? Because aside from two additional channels of amplification (and maybe a bell or whistle or two), it's what the TX-NR1009 has over the $1100 TX-NR809. Consumers will have to take a close look at the TX-NR1009 to see if the slight upgrades are worth the $200 price increase.Fri, 03 Jun 2011 05:20:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr1009-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/b.m.c.-amp-c1-flWhile an Audioholic might not think $8k for an integrated amp in denial about the integrated part is worth it, for an audiophile, it is practically an impulse buy. The B.M.C. Amp C1 is certainly balanced - sometimes to a fault. While some of the claims made about the C1 are dubious, it looks to have some rather solid engineering behind it. While we wouldn't mind getting one on the test bench, we're pretty sure after this first look, it ain't happening. So, like you, we'll have to wait until some other reviewer gets it and proclaims it as the latest in an endless string of gear that made everything before it sound "thin" and "not at all chocolatey." Mon, 16 May 2011 16:55:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/b.m.c.-amp-c1-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr809-flThe Onkyo TX-NR809 has THX Select2 certification, 7.2 channels, 135 watts per channel, Mavell Qdeo and IDT's HQV Vida video upscaling and processing, ISF calibration, 8 in 2 out HDMI, 3D support with ARC, Audyssey MultEQ XT, GUI over HDMI, and just about everything else. It streams Mediafly, Pandora, Slacker, Napster, Rhapsody, vTuner, SIRIUS XM Internet Radio, and Last.fm and is Windows 7 and DLNA certified. Front and rear USB ports for your external drives and MP3 players, tons of connects for your new and legacy gear, and just about every audio and video feature on the planet makes this $1100 receiver a very attractive option for new buyers. Sun, 15 May 2011 17:20:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr809-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-ht-rc370-flThe real feather in the cap of these new receiver offerings from Onkyo is the Marvell Qdeo 4K video scaling - especially at the $549 price point of the HT-RC360. That said, there is a lot to like in the HT-RC370. For well under a grand you get top of the line scaling, all the latest surround DSPs, Audyssey MultEQ XT, iPod integration, networking, 3D, ARC, THX, and a lot more. It's pretty incredible. There are very few things you can complain aren't included and almost none that are included in other products as similar price points. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 06:10:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/onkyo-ht-rc370-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/denon-avr-1912-flThere is a lot to like in the Denon AVR-1912. While they had to make some tradeoffs as far as number of connections, the fact that a $530 receiver is not only networked but also streams Internet radio, Rhapsody, Napster, and Pandora and is compatible with DNLA 1.5, Windows 7, and Apple's AirPlay. At this price point, we didn't expect much of that. While consumers will have to be sure that the AVR-1912 has all the connections they need, they'll be surprised by the number of high end features included. Audyssey's MultEQ and Dynamic EQ/Volume are on board as is Dolby's ProLogic IIz. The new Denon "Setup Wizard" will walk unsure users through everything from connecting their speakers to calibrating their receiver. With a GUI overlaid on HDMI, a remote control app as well as browser control, and seven discrete amps, there is something in the AVR-1912 for everyone.Tue, 19 Apr 2011 07:40:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/denon-avr-1912-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/denon-avr-3312ci-flWe're always excited to check out new receivers and the Denon AVR-3312CI is no different. There is a lot of muscle under the hood and tons of options. Including Audyssey MultEQ Pro in such and affordable product is quite nice as is out of the box support for Apple's AirPlay, Windows 7 compatibility, and DNLA support. Of course all the HDMI inputs (7) and outputs (2) are HDMI version 1.4 which means 3D and Audio Return Channel are available and supported. Whether you are a newbie looking for a nice receiver that you can grow into, a power user who likes the latest features with the ability to tweak, or an installer looking for a receiver for a budget install, the Denon AVR-3312CI has something for you. Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:25:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/denon-avr-3312ci-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr709-flWe're shocked at how much Onkyo is giving you in the sub $900 TX-NR709. We expect 3D and many of the features but not all of them. We can honestly only count less than a handful features that aren't included in this receiver. 3D, ARC, DSX PLIIz, MultEQ XT, Marvell Qdeo, 4K, THX... the alphabet soup goes on. Add to that an i-App for control, integral iPod/iPhone support via a front mounted USB, eight HDMI inputs and dual outputs, dual subwoofer outputs, 7.1 channel inputs and 7.2 channel pre-outs plus Zone 2 line outputs, 11 pairs of speaker connections... there is just too much to mention. For this price point, the TX-NR709 looks to be the receiver to beat.Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:55:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr709-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-v671-flThere is a whole lot to like with the Yamaha RX-V671 starting with the price. At under $600, you are getting a full suite of networking features including out of the box iPod/iPhone integration via a front mounted USB port. App support is practically a must these days and, aside from no Android support, is present. Yamaha has included a robust amp section and the ability to power a second zone with the surround back amps. Burr-Brown 192kHz/24-bit DACs are included for all channels, onboard deinterlacing looks to be top notch, 3D is supported, and you can scale all analogue and HDMI inputs to 1080p. While there are a few features we would miss, for most consumers, the RX-V671 packs a lot of punch in a very affordable package. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:55:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-v671-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/pioneer-vsx-1021-k-flThe Pioneer VSX-1021 is a 7.1 channel receiver boasting 90 watts per channel, supports all the latest HD audio decoding, sports HDMI 1.4a connections, and has high quality 192kHz/24-bit DACs. The receiver will pass all the latest 3D formats and also supports Deep Color, Audio Return Channel, and HDMI Standby Pass-Thru. The VSX-1021 was built with Apple products in mind with AirPlay support, Made for iPhone certification, an included cable to connect your iDevice, and two unique apps. Along with a remote app there is an Air Jam app that allows you to use Bluetooth (option Bluetooth adapter required) to stream songs from up to four different devices. Add to that a unique interactive setup and guide system and the Pioneer is breaking new ground all over the place. But don't worry, it won't break your wallet at only $550. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:30:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/pioneer-vsx-1021-k-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/perreaux-audiant-80i-flThe price of the Perreaux Audiant 80i clearly delineates it as an audiophile device. At just a hair shy of $3k, it's definitely a niche product. We like that they've taken some steps into the 20th century with the Audiant 80i including a home theater input (whatever that is), USB input, and touch screen control on the front. You can even control iTunes and Windows Media Player with the remote. With 80w x 2 into 2 channels, it's beef and weighs in at over 25 lbs while maintaining a 2.6" height. The Audiant 80i is a mix of old school integrated with some touches of new school technology. Perreaux is a company that you probably haven't heard of. They cater more toward an audiophile crowd. But when we saw the Audiant 80i Integrated Amp we thought two things - first, they put the "i" on the wrong side of the "80" and second, where are all the switches, buttons, and analogue power meters? The Audiant 80i brings in a refreshing mix of the old school features integrated amp lovers want with a few bells and whistles that they've probably been interested in but haven't had access to in a product.Thu, 10 Mar 2011 09:45:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/perreaux-audiant-80i-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/sony-str-dn1020-flThe new Sony STR-DN1020 receiver looks to up the ante by offering DLNA certification and also Slacker and vTuner support for $500. With 7.2 channels, 4 HDMI inputs, proprietary room correction, and Faroudja DCDi Edge upconversion, it may impress some people. Just not us. It does support 3D, audio return channel, and HDMI Standby pass-through so it isn't a compete wash. Since Sony receivers seem to go on immediate sale as soon as they hit the Sony Store, you can bet that it'll look like a steal when it ships. Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:10:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/sony-str-dn1020-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/denon-rcd-n7-flIf Denon RCD-N7 is an office solution, it is the most advanced one we've ever seen. Apple Airplay support, streaming from networked computers/drives, access to Internet radio, Napster, Pandora and Rhapsody makes the RCD-N7 truly networked. With high quality five-way binding posts, pre-outs for a sub and external amp, and 65 watts per channel, it promises something more than your usual office solution. While you could get most of what the RCD-N7 for less, you'd have a hard time getting it all for that price. And you wouldn't get it in such a small box. Mon, 07 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/denon-rcd-n7-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/anthem-mrx-300-flOn its face, the Anthem MRX-300 is a very capable receiver. We were surprised that they managed to get so many of the newer features into the receiver. The MRX-300 sports 3D support through a free firmware update, Dual-processor audio DSP, a 1080p24 mode, Dolby Volume, and Dolby ProLogic IIz. It has an HD radio tuner to expand your terrestrial radio choices, 80 watts x 7, two zones, and Anthem Room Correction system. It doesn't stream anything nor does it support MP3 players without a dock (which hasn't been released yet). Still, at $1000 MSRP, it's a solid entry level offering from a company whose name alone could command a higher price. Fri, 04 Mar 2011 09:50:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/anthem-mrx-300-flA/V ReceiversPro Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/first-look-nad-t-785-a-v-receiverNew Acoustic Dimension, NAD Electronics latest entry at the flagship A/V receiver level is the T-785 Surround Sound Receiver. Clad in classic NAD charcoal gray, this 56 lb receiver boasts a dual toroidal transformer power supply that is rated at 120 watts full frequency range power into an 8 ohm nominal impedance. The T-785 also features modular construction of the pre/pro circuitry that is billed as future proofing for the receiver, that can perhaps eliminate the need to otherwise replace a more than satisfactory power amplifier section just because Hollywood wants to resell all of their movies in a conveniently, for them, incompatible new format. The T-785 is ready for the future. It's ready for you!Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:05:00 -0000/reviews/receivers/first-look-nad-t-785-a-v-receiverA/V ReceiversPro Reviews