Recently Reviewed AV Receivers

The new THX Ultra2 Plus certified, 9.2 channel, Integra DTR-80.2 has 145 Watts per channel, individual power supplies for the audio and video components, 8 in 2 out HDMI 1.4a, and four zones.

The new Yamaha RX-V867 receiver has not only 3D capability built in and Audio Return Channel but also networking features, multiple HDMI inputs/dual outputs, and analogue and HDMI upscaling to 1080p.

The US version of Yamaha's R-S700 has Zone 2 support with a dedicated remote, high quality components, 100 watts per channel, Pure and CD Direct modes, and a host of other features.

At a bit over 10 pounds and the height of many DVD players, the Sherwood 904N NetBoxx will fit in most any installation. Sherwood certainly has gotten the form-factor right with the R-904n NetBoxx.

At just under $1000 the Harman Kardon AVR 3600 AV reciever offers Faroudja-powered HDMI scaling and upconversion, analogue video upconversion, a discrete Zone2, plus 80 watts to each of its 7-channels

Power, new Audyssey MultEQ XT 32, networking, Pre-amp mode, 9.2 channels... the Denon AVR-4311CI has it all. All for the same price as last generation's model.

Onkyo's new HT-RC270 AV receiver is betting on networkablility. If you are into streaming from the Internet or from a networked computer, you're going to find the HT-RC270 very attractive.

We do a video review of the Yamaha RX-V467 AV receiver, which in pursuit of true surround, offers some distinct advantages over an all-in-one home theater-in-a-box system, sound bar or television.

Newly upgraded to include networked functionality from the preceding TX-SR707, the TX-NR708 7.2 channel receiver is the mid-fi star in Onkyo's 2010 refresh to its entire line up of AV receivers.

Yamaha has dropped their RX-V designation for a new line of AV receiver products it is dubbing its Aventage audiophile line. There are five products, and we take a close look at the new RX-A1000.

Third down the line in the refresh Onkyo has made to its line up of receivers is the new TX-NR1008 networked model, updating the TX-NR1007 with more HDMI, more features and more bling.

Adding to its high-end 3D capabilities Sony has announced new entries into its ES line that feature HDMI 1.4 capable receivers and a Blu-ray player. The newest Sony ES receiver is the STR-DA5600ES.

The Marantz SR7005 is a 3D ready 7.1 A/V Networking receiver sporting the looks and performance of their reference gear at more affordable prices. Audyssey EQ is available for all HD audio formats.

The harman/kardon HK 3490 redefined the modern stereo receiver and set the benchmark for others to follow. Stereo lovers rejoice as I don't believe you can find a better sounding stereo receiver.

Onkyo has begun refreshing its lineup of receivers and at the top of the heap is the new TX-NR5008 networked model, updating the TX-NR5007 will all of the latest features and THX Ultra2 certification.

Fourth in Onkyo's refresh to its line up of receivers is the new TX-NR808 networked model, updating the TX-NR807. The TX-NR808 is a 7.2 channel receiver that features a THX Certified Select 2 Plus.

The RX-V667 is sure to be a hit among budget minded A/V-philes craving legitimately good performance for little out of pocket expense. Discrete amps and 3D processing for under $600. Wow!

The new Onkyo TX-NR3008 9.1 A/V Networking Receiver, appears to be nearly everything that the TX-NR5008 is with few compromises to hit the lower price point.

Check out the Marantz SR6004 if you're looking for a midpriced AV receiver that is easy to use, has respectable power reserves & audio performance and sports Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD and PLIIz upmixing.

The Integra DTR-30.2 is a THX Select2 Plus certified 7.2 channel receiver with 100 watts per channel, HDMI 1.4a connections with 3D and audio return channel, Audyssey, and Faroudja upconversion.

The Denon AVR-591 has 4 HDMI 1.4a inputs, 120 watts per channel, preouts for surround back/Dolby PLIIz height channels, HDMI video upconversion, HDMI OSD, Audio Return Channel, and Audyssey MultEQ.

The new Denon AVR-391 sports four HDMI 1.4a inputs, discrete amplifiers, and HD audio decoding with preouts for Surround Back channels or for Dolby ProLogic IIz decoding.

The Yamaha RX-V567 has a lot more of what consumers want in a next generation receiver. They've added two additional channels of amplification, an On Screen Display, and HDMI upconversion and scaling.

From a pure user standpoint, the $379 Yamaha RX-V467 is light years better than then RX-V367. The native decoding of HD audio and YPAO room correction are welcome additions to this AV receiver.

In the plus column, the Yamaha RX-V367 has four HDMI inputs that are 3-D ready. If that is all you are looking for in a receiver, this is the one for you. Other than that, the RX-V367 is very basic.

If you are looking for Burr-Brown DACs, Dolby ProLogic IIz, Audyssey DSX, and dual subwoofer outputs plus 1080p video upcoversion and THX, the Onkyo TX-SR608 is just what the doctor ordered.

The VSX-1120-K offers the pinnacle of the Pioneer-branded line. Those that don't mind paying a premium for extra convenience and performance are going to be very temped by that VSX-1120-K.

The new Pioneer VSX-1020-K has all the functionality of the $399 VSX-920-K with the addition of a GUI, on-screen album art, a powered Zone 2, improved MCACC, Internet radio, and iPhone control.