Home Theater Receivers - 400 to 1,299 Dollars

For video support, the RX-A1020 has eight 3D-compatible HDMI inputs and dual HDMI outputs (parallel) along with 1080p and 4K upscaling via the HQV Vida video processor. In addition, extensive video setting options are provided.

The RX-A1020 is also DLNA certified, which allows wired or wireless (via the optional YWA-10 Wireless Network Adapter) audio streaming from other devices, such as a PC or media server connected in a home network. Extra bonuses include direct iPod/iPhone connection via USB, along with Apple AirPlay, Internet Radio, and HD Radio.

Also, in addition to the provided remote control, the RX-A1020 also be controlled by an iOS, Android, or Kindle Fire device.
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For video, the TX-NR717 has eight 3D-compatible HDMI inputs with up to 4K upscaling (provided you have a 4K display) using Marvell QDEO processing. Also included is a PC monitor input, iPod/iPhone connectivity, and access to Internet Radio and internet music services (Aupeo!, Pandora, Rhapsody, Spotify, and vTuner). To make getting started easier, the TX-NR717 also incorporates the Audyssey 2EQ automatic speaker setup system.
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Also available, the TX-NR818, which adds independent block construction for the preamp and amplifier sections, ISFccc video calibration controls, DTS Neo:X audio processing, 9.2 channel expansion using external amplifiers, Audyssey MultEQ XT32 room correction system, and an activity-based remote control system.
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For more information, read my more detailed overview of both receivers

Starting with audio, up to a 7.2 channel configuration is provided, and the amplifiers are rated to deliver 100wpc (measured with 2 channels driven from 20-20khz at .09% THD using an 8 ohm load). Audio decoding and processing for all Dolby and DTS formats (except DTS Neo:X). Enhanced audio processing includes Virtual Presence Speakers, providing a more immersive 3D soundfield.

For added audio convenience, Audio Return Channel is supported, along with an updated version of its YPAO speaker setup program (YPAO R.S.C.), which takes off wall sound reflections in consideration.

Video support includes 3D pass-through, and both 1080p and 4K upscaling.

The RX-A830 provides 8 HDMI inputs (including a front mounted MHL-enabled input) and two parrallel HDMI outputs. For added flexibility, a set of 7.2 channel analog audio preamp outputs is provided.

RX-A830 also features network connectivity via Ethernet connection or Wifi via an optional Adapter. Content can streamed from network connected PCs and compatible media servers, as well as from the internet (Vtuner, Pandora, and Rhapsody).

The RXA-830 also incorporates Apple Airplay, and wireless Bluetooth can be added with an optional adapter.

If you are looking a receiver that just about everything you need, and is priced less than $900, definitely put the Yamaha Aventage RX-A830 on your shopping list.
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Looking for something that still provides most of the RX-A830's features, but priced a little less, also check out the Yamaha Aventage RX-A730, which has slightly lower rated power output of 90wpc, a more basic YPAO speaker setup system, a smaller number of HDMI inputs (6), and the elimination of the second HDMI output and there is no 7 channel analog audio premap output option.
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Besides audio and video, the SR5007 also provides media player and networking functions with USB ports, Windows 7 and DLNA certification, and internet access to music streaming services, such as Pandora, Rhapsody, and vTuner. Apple AirPlay compatibility is also provided, so you can stream music from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch as well as from iTunes libraries.
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Also available, the step-up SR6007, which provides a slightly higher power output (110 wpc vs 100 wpc on SR5007) adds another HDMI output (for a total of 2), is upgradeable via installer to the MultEQ XT Pro automatic speaker setup and room correction system, and has a dedicated phono turntable input connection. Compare Prices for Marantz SR6007.

NOTE: While both receivers provide an FM tuner, neither provides an AM tuner.

Added features include multi-zone capability, vTuner Internet Radio, Apple AirPlay, DLNA compatibility. The AVR2700 is definitely worth consideration.
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Also available, the AVR3700, which has an increased power output of 125 watts-per-channel, and also adds built-in Wi-Fi for more convenient internet and network connectivity, two HDMI outputs, and a second subwoofer output.
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However, there is more to the VSX-1023's story. This receiver features iTunes and Apple AirPlay functions, and can also take advantage of Pioneer's Air Jam Apps for added control and management of music content. Content stored on iPods, iPhones, and iPads can be accessed from the front mounted USB input. In addition, VSX-1023 has an Ethernet connection which allows access to both internet radio and DLNA features, such as enabling access to media files stored on your PC and media servers. The VSX-1023 can even be controlled using Apple and some Android devices via Pioneer's iControlAV2 Apps.
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Also available: The VSX-1123-K, which adds more output power (90 wpc), a more advanced version of Pioneer's MCACC speaker setup system, DTS Neo:X processing, 4K upscaling, video adjustments (detail, sharpness, brightness, contrast, hue, chroma, black level), 3D noise reduction, and WiFi connectivity via USB adapter (AS-WL300),
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On the rest of the audio side, the TX-SR525 provides Dolby TrueHD/DTS-Master Audio decoding, as well as Audio Return Channel.

On the video side the TX-NR525 incorporates both 3D and 4K pass-through switching (no analog-to-HDMI video conversion or video upscaling). There are also six HDMI inputs with InstaPrevue switching.

The TX-NR525 also has a front panel USB port for accessing audio content from iPod/iPhone or USB flash drives, as well as DLNA network connectivity and Internet Radio access ( Aupeo!, Pandora, Spotify, and more) via built-in Ethernet port or the Onkyo UWF-1 Wireless USB Adapter. Wireless Bluetooth capability can also be added via the optional Onkyo UBT-1 adapter.

To guide you along in getting the most of your speaker setup, the TX-NR525 also provides Audyssey MultEQ speaker setup system, along with Audyssey's Dynamic Volume, and Dynamic EQ audio enhancements.
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Also Available - The TX-NR626: Added features include 7.2 channel configuration Dolby ProLogic IIz processing, an MHL-compatble HDMI input (allows direct access to 1080p video and 7.1 audio from compatible Smartphones or other devices), two HDMI outputs (parallel), Marvell QDEO up to 4K video processing and scaling, and, for vinyl record fans, a dedicated phono input.
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