Onkyo TX-8222 Stereo receiver Zoom Front Video loading and will display in just a moment. Photos Videos Item# 580TX8222 offer details Item# 580TX8222 Review Sumary 11 people say DISCONTINUED This item is no longer available to purchase. Contact us for other options Call Email Chat See all Home Theater Receivers In-stock Alternative Onkyo TX-8255 $249.99 Overview Details Customer Reviews Category Info Accessories Our take on the Onkyo TX-8222 by Dave Bar Receivers: Your ticket to sensational sound Your receiver powers your speakers and lets you connect and select your entertainment sources. But a great receiver does a lot more — it ignites your emotions. From the passion of a favorite musical artist, to the crossfire of a super-charged movie soundtrack, to the intensity and immersion of a fast-paced video game, your receiver is the key to experiencing and enjoying it in full. The Onkyo TX-8222 was made for audio enthusiasts who want great stereo sound but don't need all the bells and whistles of a home theater model. It's perfect for that cozy den or bedroom where you can relax and just listen to music. And Onkyo's rock-solid construction and careful attention to detail ensure that your sound stays pure, powerful, and dynamic at all times. At the heart of the '8222's impressive performance is Onkyo's renowned low-impedance amplifier design. Its oversized, shielded transformer provides maximum power capacity and stability with minimum hum. An efficient heavy-duty extruded aluminum heat sink ensures cooler operation and longer life from your receiver. Plus the rigid, reinforced chassis and aluminum front panel fight performance-robbing vibration. It all adds up to stellar sound, and the ability to drive your speakers with ease. The '8222 provides plenty of inputs for all of your audio gear. You can connect up to six components, including a turntable. The built-in AM/FM tuner features 40 presets for all your favorite radio stations, plus direct access tuning to quickly jump to a specific frequency. Two sets of main speaker outputs let you connect an additional pair of speakers. Plus, you can add Onkyo's optional DS-A2x control dock to enjoy listening to tunes on your iPod® through your stereo system. You can even use the receiver's handy remote to control your iPod while it's docked. Read our blog post Still a "go" with stereo -- the Onkyo TX-8222 stereo receiver. Highlights:50 watts x 2 (stereo) into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakerscompatible with Onkyo's DS-A2x iPod dock6 audio inputs (including phono)40 AM/FM presets with station namingdirect access tuningthree front-panel display brightness settings (dim, dark, normal)rotary bass, treble, and balance controlsremote controlheadphone jackfront-panel switching for two pairs of main speakersbanana-plug compatible binding post speaker connectorsanti-resonant aluminum front panelhigh-current, low-impedance amplifier designoversized power transformer, filter capacitors, and heat sinksleep timer17-1/8"W x 5-7/8"H x 13-3/4"Dwarranty: 2 yearsOur 60-day money-back guarantee Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What’s in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs Features and Specs General Stereo RMS Power (watts) Loading... 50 THD in Stereo Loading... 0.08 % Frequency Bandwidth (stereo) Loading... 20-20k Hz FM Sensitivity Loading... 15.2 dBf Built-in DVD Player Loading... No On-Screen Display Loading... No Multiple Zones Loading... No HDMI Standby Pass-through Loading... --- Composite Video Conversion Loading... --- S-Video Conversion Loading... --- Component Video Conversion Loading... --- Internet-ready Loading... --- Apple AirPlay Loading... --- DLNA Certified Loading... --- Multibrand Remote Control Loading... --- Learning Remote Loading... No LCD Remote Loading... No Width (inches) Loading... 17-1/8 Height (inches) Loading... 5-15/16 Depth (inches) Loading... 13-3/4 Weight (pounds) Loading... --- Parts Warranty Loading... 2 Years Labor Warranty Loading... 2 Years Surround Processing Dolby Digital Loading... --- DTS Loading... --- Inputs & Outputs Phono Input Loading... 1 Audio-Video Inputs Loading... None Audio Inputs Loading... 6 S-Video Inputs Loading... --- S-Video Outputs Loading... --- S-Video Monitor Outputs Loading... --- Component Video Inputs Loading... --- Component Video Monitor Outputs Loading... --- Optical Digital Inputs Loading... --- Coaxial Digital Inputs Loading... --- Optical Digital Outputs Loading... --- Coaxial Digital Outputs Loading... --- HDMI Inputs Loading... --- HDMI Monitor Outputs Loading... --- Subwoofer Outputs Loading... None Preamp Outputs Loading... None Main Speaker Output Pairs Loading... 2 Main Speaker Terminals Loading... Posts Ethernet Port Loading... --- USB Connections Loading... --- Product Research Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual AM/FM/Stereo receiver RC-666S wireless remote control 2 "AA" batteries AM loop antenna FM wire antenna (with push-on "F" connector) Terminal tool Instruction Manual Product Registration/Warranty Card "Caution" sheet DS-A1 Interactive iPod dock information sheet Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Features Remote Control Input and Output Notes Features WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology): This technology uses low-negative-feedback circuit topology for accurate signal reproduction, improved dynamic signal-to-noise ratio, and better delivery of power peaks. iPod Compatible: The DS-A1 or DS-A2 Remote Interactive Dock for iPod (item #'s 580DSA1 and 580DSA2) provide an interface between an iPod digital media player and Onkyo TX-8222. Once the iPod is docked you can control basic functions such as volume control, play, stop, and skip via the Onkyo system's RI-compatible wireless remote control. The dock also charges the battery in the iPod, and allows you to view digital photos and video on an Onkyo system. Sleep Function: From the remote, you can set the unit to automatically turn off after as much as 90 minutes or as little as 10 minutes; choices are presented in 10-minute increments. Display Dimmer: The display can be adjusted to one of three brightness levels. Remote Control Remote Control: The remote controls this unit and compatible Onkyo cassette players and CD players. Input and Output Notes Headphone Output: This receiver has a standard 1/4" headphone output on the front panel. Speaker Outputs: There are binding post connectors for the A and B speaker outputs. The binding posts are not 5-way because a plastic collar prevents their use with spade lugs. IR Input/Output: A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR In jack, allowing you to control the receiver while you're in another room, or when the receiver is out of sight. An optional IR emitter can be connected to the IR Out jack to pass IR commands to other components. RI Remote Control Jack: The 1/8" RI remote control jack allows you to connect this receiver to compatible Onkyo components. Product Reviews Review this product Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. 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Written By Mike, Alaska on Saturday, August 30, 2008 Nice receiver, but needs a mid pot in addition to bass and treble. If it had that, I would rate it a 5. Either that or Onkyo should sell a nice graphic EQ to go with it. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 I'm very happy. Written By Mary, Spotsylvania, VA on Saturday, July 12, 2008 As a first venture into buying stereo equipment in over thirty years I didn't really know what to get or what I needed and was limited in funds I was willing to spend. I had a couple of old speakers I bought thrifting that work great and I needed a receiver and CD player . I went shopping locally but saw nothing in the big box stores but giant boombox types or shelf systems that seemed monstrous. I knew I would want to add to the system over time so I wanted the start of something. I went to a local store, who had nothing in my price range, but luckily the salesman there had once worked at Crutchfield's. He was great and recommended the Onkyo as a good receiver for me. I took his advice and am very glad I did. I went online to Crutchfield's and found the receiver right away. It came and I had no trouble hooking up the speakers and CD player I also bought. With the old speakers, it fills the house and sounds great. I can even get radio reception, which is almost unheard of where I am. It was a great way for me to start listening to music again and getting my second wind for life. Mary 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 A Great Product Written By Gwen, Landover, MD on Thursday, April 03, 2008 I purchased the Onkyo TX 8222 receiver to replace a 25 year old Onkyo receiver. I have the receiver hooked up to a pair of Cambridge Soundworks Newton Series bookshelf speakers. The sound is incredible! This is a great product for a very reasonable price. I highly recommend it. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 4 out of 5 Ipod Intergration Deceiving Written By Vincent, San Jacinto CA on Wednesday, March 05, 2008 The ipod intergration for this unit is Ipod out to RCA jack in. You must use the ipod for making changes, the face of the receiver does not display any ipod information. Other than that is is OK. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 4 out of 5 Nice stereo receiver Written By cthelightnh, New Hampshire on Monday, February 18, 2008 This is a great stereo receiver. I am using it my den and it was easy to set up. It is easy to use. The sound is very good. It is used as a CD and radio system primarily but I did hook up my turntable too. I am using a pair of older Kenwood speakers (KLX-999s) and the receiver has plenty of power for these. I believe this a good value as it seems to be a very solid product. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Couldn't be better Written By Richard, Belfast, ME on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 A great piece of stereo equipment with quality sound 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Great Stereo Receiver Written By bill_in_jc, Johnson City, NY on Monday, December 10, 2007 I bought this several months ago for my son's 16th birthday. I'm so impressed with this, I think I'm going to get another to use on the deck. It sounds very clear and crisp, and receives even the most distant FM stations with ease. Nice solid construction. Great Buy!! 9 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Onkyo TX-8222B Written By Jeff, Vance, AL on Saturday, November 17, 2007 This reciever is so nice - I bought two. I would rate it about 100% on every scale. You can't go wrong with this item and Crutchfield will take care of you. Get you a subwoofer (Polk) and 2 or 4 pair of Polks and it sounds so good. They must have mismarked the price on the recever - it sounds like a $2000 piece. That's my review of this item - 100%! And - Crutchfield is so nice to deal with. Thanks - Jeff 4 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Old reliable: Onkyo Written By Freddy, Brooklyn, NY on Thursday, August 30, 2007 Well, I got delivery of my new TX8222 10 days ago and no surprise to me that this is a really fine product. This is my fourth Onkyo receiver and actually cost a bit less from Crutchfield than I had paid years ago for my first three (one of which I still have as a backup). I'll try to be brief: Great, pure sound. Plenty of inputs, including phono (which I don't need).A terrific fm antenna with a coaxial connection attached to a simple skinny little white wire. Big point for me: I have one fM station I listen to WBGO fm jazz, which has usually been giving me marginal reception, except for my model one Tivoli mono radio (also bought from Crutchfield). I now gave my Model one radio (which I love) to my wife BECAUSE the new Onkyo receiver gets perfect reception of my station with the supplied white antenna wire (seventh heaven, for me). The older Onkyos couldn't capture this station. The remote is beautifully designed with all the inputs nicely arranged on their neat little off-white colored panel, a nice color coded feature. The sleep feature is really neat. If I'm falling off to sleep I simply set it for 30 minutes or so at which time it automatically turns off the receiver. I can attach two sets of speakers but I don't need to because I love my wonderful 7" x 10" infinity Primus 150 speakers (also bought from Crutchfield several years ago). If you want a really exceptional stereo receiver at a give-away price, this is for you. 16 out of 16 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Great Buy! Written By Frank F, St. Louis, MO on Sunday, April 29, 2007 Bought this to replace my old technics receiver. First i bought a Sony STR DE197 for 160 bucks..OUCH it was so bad i sent it back that day and bought the ONKYO. MAN was I happy. The ONKYO was only a few bucks more but the quality is unreal! Sounds SOOO good, great features, great remote and just has that look of elegance you want in your setup!This is by far the best 2 channel receiver available in this price range. 13 out of 13 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 1-10 of 11 items >> Learn more about Home Theater Receivers Learn more about Home Theater Receivers Receivers: How to Choose Receivers: How to Choose Dave Bar 12/1/2010 based on 1107 ratings (27 comments) From playing music in the den to delivering surround sound thrills or even multi-room entertainment, today's receivers offer more options than ever. Here's what you need to know to find a model... Setting up Your Receiver for the Best Sound and Picture Setting up Your Receiver for the Best Sound and Picture Dave Bar 6/28/2011 based on 152 ratings (10 comments) In this article, we'll explain the ins and outs of setting up your receiver, so you can get all the audio and video performance you paid for. Video: Choosing a Home Theater Receiver Video: Choosing a Home Theater Receiver Tara W. 8/30/2010 based on 67 ratings (2 comments) Dolly, Mac and Tara discuss the features available in home theater receivers, and the best way to choose one that's right for you. Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio Amanda P., Video Guest 5/16/2008 based on 19 ratings (2 comments) Crutchfield home theater experts Shawn and Amanda walk you through the basics of multi-room-capable receivers and how you can take advantage of your receiver's capabilities. 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Our take on the Onkyo TX-8222 by Dave Bar Receivers: Your ticket to sensational sound Your receiver powers your speakers and lets you connect and select your entertainment sources. But a great receiver does a lot more — it ignites your emotions. From the passion of a favorite musical artist, to the crossfire of a super-charged movie soundtrack, to the intensity and immersion of a fast-paced video game, your receiver is the key to experiencing and enjoying it in full. The Onkyo TX-8222 was made for audio enthusiasts who want great stereo sound but don't need all the bells and whistles of a home theater model. It's perfect for that cozy den or bedroom where you can relax and just listen to music. And Onkyo's rock-solid construction and careful attention to detail ensure that your sound stays pure, powerful, and dynamic at all times. At the heart of the '8222's impressive performance is Onkyo's renowned low-impedance amplifier design. Its oversized, shielded transformer provides maximum power capacity and stability with minimum hum. An efficient heavy-duty extruded aluminum heat sink ensures cooler operation and longer life from your receiver. Plus the rigid, reinforced chassis and aluminum front panel fight performance-robbing vibration. It all adds up to stellar sound, and the ability to drive your speakers with ease. The '8222 provides plenty of inputs for all of your audio gear. You can connect up to six components, including a turntable. The built-in AM/FM tuner features 40 presets for all your favorite radio stations, plus direct access tuning to quickly jump to a specific frequency. Two sets of main speaker outputs let you connect an additional pair of speakers. Plus, you can add Onkyo's optional DS-A2x control dock to enjoy listening to tunes on your iPod® through your stereo system. You can even use the receiver's handy remote to control your iPod while it's docked. Read our blog post Still a "go" with stereo -- the Onkyo TX-8222 stereo receiver. Highlights:50 watts x 2 (stereo) into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakerscompatible with Onkyo's DS-A2x iPod dock6 audio inputs (including phono)40 AM/FM presets with station namingdirect access tuningthree front-panel display brightness settings (dim, dark, normal)rotary bass, treble, and balance controlsremote controlheadphone jackfront-panel switching for two pairs of main speakersbanana-plug compatible binding post speaker connectorsanti-resonant aluminum front panelhigh-current, low-impedance amplifier designoversized power transformer, filter capacitors, and heat sinksleep timer17-1/8"W x 5-7/8"H x 13-3/4"Dwarranty: 2 yearsOur 60-day money-back guarantee
Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What’s in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs Features and Specs General Stereo RMS Power (watts) Loading... 50 THD in Stereo Loading... 0.08 % Frequency Bandwidth (stereo) Loading... 20-20k Hz FM Sensitivity Loading... 15.2 dBf Built-in DVD Player Loading... No On-Screen Display Loading... No Multiple Zones Loading... No HDMI Standby Pass-through Loading... --- Composite Video Conversion Loading... --- S-Video Conversion Loading... --- Component Video Conversion Loading... --- Internet-ready Loading... --- Apple AirPlay Loading... --- DLNA Certified Loading... --- Multibrand Remote Control Loading... --- Learning Remote Loading... No LCD Remote Loading... No Width (inches) Loading... 17-1/8 Height (inches) Loading... 5-15/16 Depth (inches) Loading... 13-3/4 Weight (pounds) Loading... --- Parts Warranty Loading... 2 Years Labor Warranty Loading... 2 Years Surround Processing Dolby Digital Loading... --- DTS Loading... --- Inputs & Outputs Phono Input Loading... 1 Audio-Video Inputs Loading... None Audio Inputs Loading... 6 S-Video Inputs Loading... --- S-Video Outputs Loading... --- S-Video Monitor Outputs Loading... --- Component Video Inputs Loading... --- Component Video Monitor Outputs Loading... --- Optical Digital Inputs Loading... --- Coaxial Digital Inputs Loading... --- Optical Digital Outputs Loading... --- Coaxial Digital Outputs Loading... --- HDMI Inputs Loading... --- HDMI Monitor Outputs Loading... --- Subwoofer Outputs Loading... None Preamp Outputs Loading... None Main Speaker Output Pairs Loading... 2 Main Speaker Terminals Loading... Posts Ethernet Port Loading... --- USB Connections Loading... --- Product Research Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual AM/FM/Stereo receiver RC-666S wireless remote control 2 "AA" batteries AM loop antenna FM wire antenna (with push-on "F" connector) Terminal tool Instruction Manual Product Registration/Warranty Card "Caution" sheet DS-A1 Interactive iPod dock information sheet Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Features Remote Control Input and Output Notes Features WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology): This technology uses low-negative-feedback circuit topology for accurate signal reproduction, improved dynamic signal-to-noise ratio, and better delivery of power peaks. iPod Compatible: The DS-A1 or DS-A2 Remote Interactive Dock for iPod (item #'s 580DSA1 and 580DSA2) provide an interface between an iPod digital media player and Onkyo TX-8222. Once the iPod is docked you can control basic functions such as volume control, play, stop, and skip via the Onkyo system's RI-compatible wireless remote control. The dock also charges the battery in the iPod, and allows you to view digital photos and video on an Onkyo system. Sleep Function: From the remote, you can set the unit to automatically turn off after as much as 90 minutes or as little as 10 minutes; choices are presented in 10-minute increments. Display Dimmer: The display can be adjusted to one of three brightness levels. Remote Control Remote Control: The remote controls this unit and compatible Onkyo cassette players and CD players. Input and Output Notes Headphone Output: This receiver has a standard 1/4" headphone output on the front panel. Speaker Outputs: There are binding post connectors for the A and B speaker outputs. The binding posts are not 5-way because a plastic collar prevents their use with spade lugs. IR Input/Output: A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR In jack, allowing you to control the receiver while you're in another room, or when the receiver is out of sight. An optional IR emitter can be connected to the IR Out jack to pass IR commands to other components. RI Remote Control Jack: The 1/8" RI remote control jack allows you to connect this receiver to compatible Onkyo components.
4 out of 5 Nice receiver for the price. Written By Mike, Alaska on Saturday, August 30, 2008 Nice receiver, but needs a mid pot in addition to bass and treble. If it had that, I would rate it a 5. Either that or Onkyo should sell a nice graphic EQ to go with it. Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 I'm very happy. Written By Mary, Spotsylvania, VA on Saturday, July 12, 2008 As a first venture into buying stereo equipment in over thirty years I didn't really know what to get or what I needed and was limited in funds I was willing to spend. I had a couple of old speakers I bought thrifting that work great and I needed a receiver and CD player . I went shopping locally but saw nothing in the big box stores but giant boombox types or shelf systems that seemed monstrous. I knew I would want to add to the system over time so I wanted the start of something. I went to a local store, who had nothing in my price range, but luckily the salesman there had once worked at Crutchfield's. He was great and recommended the Onkyo as a good receiver for me. I took his advice and am very glad I did. I went online to Crutchfield's and found the receiver right away. It came and I had no trouble hooking up the speakers and CD player I also bought. With the old speakers, it fills the house and sounds great. I can even get radio reception, which is almost unheard of where I am. It was a great way for me to start listening to music again and getting my second wind for life. Mary 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 A Great Product Written By Gwen, Landover, MD on Thursday, April 03, 2008 I purchased the Onkyo TX 8222 receiver to replace a 25 year old Onkyo receiver. I have the receiver hooked up to a pair of Cambridge Soundworks Newton Series bookshelf speakers. The sound is incredible! This is a great product for a very reasonable price. I highly recommend it. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
4 out of 5 Ipod Intergration Deceiving Written By Vincent, San Jacinto CA on Wednesday, March 05, 2008 The ipod intergration for this unit is Ipod out to RCA jack in. You must use the ipod for making changes, the face of the receiver does not display any ipod information. Other than that is is OK. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
4 out of 5 Nice stereo receiver Written By cthelightnh, New Hampshire on Monday, February 18, 2008 This is a great stereo receiver. I am using it my den and it was easy to set up. It is easy to use. The sound is very good. It is used as a CD and radio system primarily but I did hook up my turntable too. I am using a pair of older Kenwood speakers (KLX-999s) and the receiver has plenty of power for these. I believe this a good value as it seems to be a very solid product. Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Couldn't be better Written By Richard, Belfast, ME on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 A great piece of stereo equipment with quality sound 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Great Stereo Receiver Written By bill_in_jc, Johnson City, NY on Monday, December 10, 2007 I bought this several months ago for my son's 16th birthday. I'm so impressed with this, I think I'm going to get another to use on the deck. It sounds very clear and crisp, and receives even the most distant FM stations with ease. Nice solid construction. Great Buy!! 9 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Onkyo TX-8222B Written By Jeff, Vance, AL on Saturday, November 17, 2007 This reciever is so nice - I bought two. I would rate it about 100% on every scale. You can't go wrong with this item and Crutchfield will take care of you. Get you a subwoofer (Polk) and 2 or 4 pair of Polks and it sounds so good. They must have mismarked the price on the recever - it sounds like a $2000 piece. That's my review of this item - 100%! And - Crutchfield is so nice to deal with. Thanks - Jeff 4 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Old reliable: Onkyo Written By Freddy, Brooklyn, NY on Thursday, August 30, 2007 Well, I got delivery of my new TX8222 10 days ago and no surprise to me that this is a really fine product. This is my fourth Onkyo receiver and actually cost a bit less from Crutchfield than I had paid years ago for my first three (one of which I still have as a backup). I'll try to be brief: Great, pure sound. Plenty of inputs, including phono (which I don't need).A terrific fm antenna with a coaxial connection attached to a simple skinny little white wire. Big point for me: I have one fM station I listen to WBGO fm jazz, which has usually been giving me marginal reception, except for my model one Tivoli mono radio (also bought from Crutchfield). I now gave my Model one radio (which I love) to my wife BECAUSE the new Onkyo receiver gets perfect reception of my station with the supplied white antenna wire (seventh heaven, for me). The older Onkyos couldn't capture this station. The remote is beautifully designed with all the inputs nicely arranged on their neat little off-white colored panel, a nice color coded feature. The sleep feature is really neat. If I'm falling off to sleep I simply set it for 30 minutes or so at which time it automatically turns off the receiver. I can attach two sets of speakers but I don't need to because I love my wonderful 7" x 10" infinity Primus 150 speakers (also bought from Crutchfield several years ago). If you want a really exceptional stereo receiver at a give-away price, this is for you. 16 out of 16 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Great Buy! Written By Frank F, St. Louis, MO on Sunday, April 29, 2007 Bought this to replace my old technics receiver. First i bought a Sony STR DE197 for 160 bucks..OUCH it was so bad i sent it back that day and bought the ONKYO. MAN was I happy. The ONKYO was only a few bucks more but the quality is unreal! Sounds SOOO good, great features, great remote and just has that look of elegance you want in your setup!This is by far the best 2 channel receiver available in this price range. 13 out of 13 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Learn more about Home Theater Receivers Learn more about Home Theater Receivers Receivers: How to Choose Receivers: How to Choose Dave Bar 12/1/2010 based on 1107 ratings (27 comments) From playing music in the den to delivering surround sound thrills or even multi-room entertainment, today's receivers offer more options than ever. Here's what you need to know to find a model... Setting up Your Receiver for the Best Sound and Picture Setting up Your Receiver for the Best Sound and Picture Dave Bar 6/28/2011 based on 152 ratings (10 comments) In this article, we'll explain the ins and outs of setting up your receiver, so you can get all the audio and video performance you paid for. Video: Choosing a Home Theater Receiver Video: Choosing a Home Theater Receiver Tara W. 8/30/2010 based on 67 ratings (2 comments) Dolly, Mac and Tara discuss the features available in home theater receivers, and the best way to choose one that's right for you. Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio Amanda P., Video Guest 5/16/2008 based on 19 ratings (2 comments) Crutchfield home theater experts Shawn and Amanda walk you through the basics of multi-room-capable receivers and how you can take advantage of your receiver's capabilities. Video: Analog-to-HDMI Conversion & Upconversion Video: Analog-to-HDMI Conversion & Upconversion Amanda P., Video Guest 5/16/2008 based on 44 ratings (1 comment) In this short video, Crutchfield experts explain how HDMI conversion and upconversion can help you make the most of your high-def connections. Visit our Learning Center to learn more about Home Theater Receivers
Receivers: How to Choose Receivers: How to Choose Dave Bar 12/1/2010 based on 1107 ratings (27 comments) From playing music in the den to delivering surround sound thrills or even multi-room entertainment, today's receivers offer more options than ever. Here's what you need to know to find a model...
Setting up Your Receiver for the Best Sound and Picture Setting up Your Receiver for the Best Sound and Picture Dave Bar 6/28/2011 based on 152 ratings (10 comments) In this article, we'll explain the ins and outs of setting up your receiver, so you can get all the audio and video performance you paid for.
Video: Choosing a Home Theater Receiver Video: Choosing a Home Theater Receiver Tara W. 8/30/2010 based on 67 ratings (2 comments) Dolly, Mac and Tara discuss the features available in home theater receivers, and the best way to choose one that's right for you.
Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio Video: Multi-room/Multi-source Audio Amanda P., Video Guest 5/16/2008 based on 19 ratings (2 comments) Crutchfield home theater experts Shawn and Amanda walk you through the basics of multi-room-capable receivers and how you can take advantage of your receiver's capabilities.
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