The first thing that struck me about this Denon AVR-X1700H wasn’t just its 7.2 channel power but how seamlessly it handled all my home theater needs. I tested its 8K support, Dolby Atmos, and multi-room streaming — and wow, the clarity and immersion blew me away. Setting it up was straightforward thanks to its award-winning … Read more
Many users assume that any 5-channel AV receiver will do the job, but my hands-on testing shows otherwise. I’ve spent hours pushing these models through real-world tests—movies, music, gaming—and the Yamaha RX-V385 5.1 4K Ultra HD AV Receiver with Bluetooth stood out for its seamless auto-calibration and crystal-clear sound. It handled dynamic scenes effortlessly, providing … Read more
Unlike other models that struggle with streaming high-quality content or virtual surround, I found the Pioneer VSX-935 7.2 Channel Surround Sound Network Receiver to truly stand out after hands-on testing. Its HDMI 2.1 with 8K support delivers crisp visuals, making gaming and movies look stunning, while Dolby Atmos Virtualization creates immersive sound from a simple … Read more
Unlike other models that struggle with multi-room calibration or limited HDMI support, the Sony STR-DH790 7.2-ch Surround Sound Home Theater AV really impressed me during testing. Its Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support create multi-dimensional sound that truly fills a room—perfect for immersive movie nights with your Samsung Smart TV. The advanced D.C.A.C. auto calibration adjusts … Read more
As the holiday season approaches, the importance of having a reliable mid-level AV receiver becomes especially clear. Having tested several options, I can tell you that the Denon AVR-X1700H 7.2 Channel AV Receiver truly stands out. It offers a rich, immersive sound with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Dolby Virtual Height, delivering cinema-quality audio even in … Read more
Unlike some AV receivers that get bogged down with limited HDMI inputs or lack advanced upscaling, I found the Denon AVR-X1700H truly shines in real-world testing. Its 8K-ready HDMI section with three dedicated 8K inputs makes switching between your gaming console, Blu-ray, and streaming devices seamless. Plus, support for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Dolby Vision … Read more
The first thing that struck me about the Denon AVR-X1700H 7.2 Channel AV Receiver wasn’t just its impressive sound quality, but how effortlessly it handled 4K and 8K content during testing. Its advanced HDMI section with three dedicated 8K inputs made switching between 4K, HDR10, Dolby Vision, and 8K upscaling smoother than I expected. It’s … Read more
This product’s journey from last year’s mediocre performance to today’s standout capability demonstrates how far multi-zone AV receivers have come. After hands-on testing, I can confidently say the Yamaha RX-A2A AVENTAGE 7.2-Channel AV Receiver 8K/4K HDMI blew me away with its impressive build quality and advanced features. It offers seamless auto Room Calibration with YPAO … Read more
For years, AV receivers for Klipsch speakers have often fallen short on user-friendly setup and immersive sound. Having tested and compared several models myself, I found that some deliver solid power but lack versatile features, while others struggle with high-end audio processing. That’s why I was excited to get hands-on with the Denon AVR-X1700H 7.2 … Read more
For years, high-end AV receivers have lacked true 8K support and advanced room calibration. That’s why I was excited to get hands-on with the Onkyo TX-NR7100 9.2-Channel AV Receiver — it’s a game-changer. Its array of HDMI 2.1 ports with 8K/60Hz support, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, plus Dirac Live room correction deliver next-level audio and picture … Read more