Recently Reviewed AV Receivers
Marantz Cinema 30 is the SR8015 Receiver Replacement We’ve Been Waiting For
The new Cinema 30 AVR ($4,500) sits at the top of Marantz’s 8K AV receiver lineup. It offers 11 channels of amplification, 13.4CH of processing, ESS Sabre DACs, Dirac Live Bass Control, and 4 sub outs.
Yamaha RX‑A3010 9.2 AVENTAGE Receiver Preview
The 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.
Denon AVR‑3312CI AV Receiver Review
The Denon AVR-3312CI receiver handles all of the latest HD A/V formats and audio streaming at a very modest price. It's rated at 125wpc x fullbandwidth which should provide plenty of power.
Integra DTR‑50.3 THX Select2+ Networked Receiver Preview
Is 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.
Pioneer Elite VSX‑53 3D‑Ready Receiver Preview
There is a ton to like about the Pioneer VSX-53. THX, Apple AirPlay, tons of networking features, App control, 7.2 channels, Marvell QDEO scaling, native iDevice and Android support.. the list goes on
Onkyo TX‑NR1009 THX Select2 Plus Networking Home Theater Receiver Preview
DTS 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?
B.M.C. AMP C1 Stereo Integrated Amplifier Preview
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. For $8k, it should.
Onkyo TX‑NR809 7.2 Channel THX Network Receiver Preview
The 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, and 8 in 2 out HDMI w/3D and ARC.
Onkyo HT‑RC370 7.2‑Channel THX Select2 Receiver Preview
Onkyo's new HT-RC370 7.2 THX Networked receiver has top of the line scaling, all the latest surround DSPs, Audyssey MultEQ XT, iPod integration, networking, 3D, ARC, THX, and a lot more. Amazing!
Denon AVR‑1912 7.1 Channel Networked A/V Receiver Preview
There is a lot to like in the Denon AVR-1912. It 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.
Denon AVR‑3312CI 7.2 Channel Integrated Network A/V Receiver Preview
Whether you are a newbie looking for a receiver to grow into, a power user wanting tons of options, or an installer looking for options for a budget job, the Denon AVR-3312CI has something for you.
Onkyo TX‑NR709 7.2 Channel Networked THX Receiver Preview
We'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 count less than a handful of available features not included.
Yamaha RX‑V671 Network A/V Receiver Preview
At under $600, the Yamaha RX-V671 provides a full suite of networking features, out of the box iPod/iPhone integration via a front mounted USB port, 90 watts per channel, HDMI scaling, and more.
Pioneer VSX‑1021‑K Receiver First Look Preview
The 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.
Perreaux Audiant 80i Integrated Amplifier Preview
We like that Perreaux has 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.
Sony STR‑DN1020 Networked Receiver Preview
The new Sony STR-DN1020 receiver looks to up the ante by offering DLNA certification and also Slacker and vTuner support for $500. Also with 7.2 channels, 110 watts, and 4 HDMI inputs.
Denon RCD‑N7 Receiver/Dock/Streaming Thing Preview
If Denon RCD-N7 is an office solution, it is the most advanced one we've ever seen with Apple Airplay support, streaming, high quality five-way binding posts, and pre-outs for a sub and external amp.
Anthem MRX 300 Receiver Preview
On its face, the Anthem MRX-300 is a very capable receiver. The MRX-300 sports 3D support through a free firmware update, Dual-processor audio DSP, a 1080p24 mode, Dolby Volume, and ProLogic IIx.
NAD T‑785 A/V Receiver Preview
The new NAD T-785 modular A/V receiver boasts 120 wpc x 7 (all channels driven), has dual toroidal power supplies, and weighs in at 56lbs. It's ready for the future, it's ready for you.
Onkyo TX‑NR609 THX Select2 Plus 7.2 Network Receiver Preview
The feature set of the $599 Onkyo TX-NR609 is very cutting edge. If you are planning on buying a receiver, either for yourself or your family this is a fantastic option.
Sherwood Newcastle R‑876 Network A/V Receiver Preview
Sherwood America Inc. announced the introduction of the R-876 Network audio-video receiver which features the Trinnov Optimizer, an advanced room correction system at CES in Las Vegas today.
Sherwood RD‑6506 Receiver Preview
Sherwood America Inc. announced today the introduction of two new audio-video receivers at the 2011 CES, the RD-606i Network receiver and the RD-6506 receiver
Sherwood RD‑606i Network Receiver Preview
Sherwood America Inc. announced today the introduction of two new audio-video receivers at CES 2011, the RD-606i and the RD-6506 receiver.
Yamaha RX‑A3000 Aventage 11.2 Networking A/V Receiver Review
If you’re ready for the future, the Yamaha Aventage RX-A3000 is ready to take you there. It has proven itself to be a worthy and most importantly less costly successor to the venerable RX-Z7.
Yamaha RX‑A3000 Aventage Receiver Review
The Yamaha RX-A3000 flagship A/V receiver unlocks a limitless amount of options. We're talking a massive amount of configurability, and the new GUI makes it easier than ever to set up.
Samsung HW‑C700 AV Receiver Review
The $399 HW-C700 receiver is Samsung's budget-priced model which packs many of the functions of a full-size receiver into a smaller chassis in order to provide an all-encompassing AV solution.
Yamaha YID‑W10 Wireless iPod Dock System Review
The Yamaha YID-W10 Wireless iPod Dock System is new. We are frequently asked about the wireless transfer of music to AV receivers via popular mp3 players. This product solves the dilemma.
Denon AVR‑A100 100th Anniversary Receiver Preview
The 9.2, 140 watts per channel, Denon AVR-A100 is missing almost nothing in its feature set. While $2500 seems pricy, it really isn't considering the cutting edge nature of this product.
Onkyo HT‑RC260 7.2 Channel Home Theater Receiver Preview
The Onkyo HT-RC260 shares a lot of features with its bigger and more expensive brother. It has a similar amp section (100 watts per channel into seven channels) but shaves $350 off the retail price.