The Onkyo TX-8390 two-channel receiver features a 5mm thick extruded aluminum front panel and features a massive high-current power transformer, audio-specific capacitors, phase-shift-free amplifier circuitry that delivers wide frequency range, low distortion and a well-focused soundstage, and also a discrete transistor output stage. The model produces 200 W per channel at 6 ohms, has extensive switching […] More
The top-class universal player Pioneer UDP-LX800 plays all disc formats existing today: CD, DVD, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, SACD and Ultra HD Blu-ray. The device supports the latest technologies, including Dolby Vision and HDR10. The floating drive is enclosed in an anti-vibration housing with a cover stamped with a proprietary honeycomb structure, all functional units are isolated from each […] More
Cambridge Audio CXUHD is a universal reference digital transport that supports 4K resolution (UHD), can play virtually any disc (including UHD Blu-ray, DVD-Audio, SACD, etc.) and can act as a network media player. An important feature of this device is the absence of a digital-to-analog converter on board, since, according to the developers, the built-in […] More
Onkyo is committed to creating products that bring joy to listeners. The RZ Series is the culmination of 70 years of experience in high-end audio: forward-looking, but with analogue tradition at heart. Every design element, every hand-selected detail contributes to a flagship level of quality: full range reproduction, sonic transparency and high resolution, lightning-fast dynamics, […] More
At the moment, the 7.1-channel Arcam AVR30 is the most powerful model in the updated Arcam series of AV receivers. The device supports Dolby Atmos 3D audio format (5.1.2-channel configuration), but can also operate in 7.1.4-channel mode, which requires an additional 4-channel power amplifier or a pair of 2-channel speakers. Declared support for the DTS:X […] More
Onkyo TX-NR696 is an AV receiver that is a representative of the popular 600 series, the models of which have a very favorable quality-to-price ratio. Although the appearance of the Onkyo TX-NR696 remains quite traditional and recognizable, its electronic circuit and functionality were improved in 2019. To achieve 175 W per channel power from the […] More
Choosing the right audio-video receiver can be overwhelming given the vast array of features and options available in today’s home theater systems. To help navigate this complexity, we’ve compiled a visual guide to selecting an AV receiver for the 2024 season, featuring the top-rated devices. 8. Yamaha RX-V4A Scheme – 5.2 | Power – 5 […] More
The Onkyo TX-NR5100 AV receiver has a seven-channel configuration, while all of its power amplifiers are made of discrete elements and are capable of developing significant output current. Proprietary circuit design ensures low impedance amplifiers, which ensures stable operation with acoustics with a resistance of 4 ohms. The AV receiver’s power supply uses a custom […] More
NAD Electronics introduces the updated T 758 V3i AV receiver. The new product differs from its predecessor, the T 758 V3, by supporting AirPlay 2 technology. Along with it, the use of the Siri voice assistant has become available. Otherwise, the T 758 V3i remains an exact copy of the previous model, still maintaining the […] More
The Yamaha RX-A6A uses the Qualcomm® QCS407 chipset to deliver superior sound quality and support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for a cinematic experience and superior audio performance with DSP technology. The RX-A6A uses the state-of-the-art 32-bit ESS SABER PRO Premier ES9026PRO DAC. The patented ESS Hyper Stream technology with 32-bit architecture for total harmonic distortion […] More
A complete home theater kit (excluding TV and signal sources), the Onkyo HT-S5915 consists of a set of speakers and an AV receiver. The peculiarity of the system is that it allows you to reproduce sound not only in common 5.1 formats, but also in the latest Dolby Atmos, in a 5.1.2 configuration. The TX-SR494 […] More
Marantz has unveiled its latest addition to the AV receiver lineup, the Cinema 30 model, joining the Cinema 50 and Cinema 40 models in the series. The Cinema 30 boasts 11 class AB amplification channels and can process up to 13.4 channels with an external amplifier. It features seven HDMI inputs, six of which support […] More
