Pioneer has been making AV products for many years. Although not as popular as some brands, Pioneer AV receivers are high-quality and well worth considering if you are in the market for a receiver.
Their receivers have two broad categories – the high-end Elite Series and the budget VSX Series. However, just to confuse you, some Elite receivers also use the VSX tag.
The Elite VSX models are labeled VSX-LXxxx, and the non-Elite VSX models are VSX-xxx (without the LX).
The following summarises the different ranges:
- Elite SC Series: this is top-of-the-range for audiophiles with the best technology and engineering.
- Elite VSX Series: high-end AV receivers at a slightly lower price point.
- VSX Series: not part of the Elite series. Slightly fewer features and aimed at the lower end of the market.
Their naming convention can be slightly confusing, but they produce good receivers, so don’t let that put you off.
The receivers here are grouped by their year of release and then listed in order of value (using the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price as a guide).
You will often find the MSRP undercut by many retailers, but it provides an excellent ballpark to quickly judge each product’s quality.
The specifications are from the US models, which may vary slightly worldwide, but they should be broadly similar.
If you’re unsure what some technical terms mean, you may find the buying guide to the best AV receivers helpful – it goes into more detail about the features and what they do.
Quick Navigation
- PIONEER ELITE SC SERIES
- ——————- 2019 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX904
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX704
- ——————- 2017 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX502
- ——————- 2016 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX901
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX801
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX701
- Pioneer Elite SC-LX501
- PIONEER ELITE VSX SERIES
- ——————- 2021 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX305
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX105
- ——————- 2019 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX504
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX104
- ——————- 2018 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX503
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX303
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX103
- ——————- 2017 ——————-
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX302
- Pioneer Elite VSX-LX102
- PIONEER VSX SERIES
- ——————- 2021 ——————-
- Pioneer VSX-935
- ——————- 2019 ——————-
- Pioneer VSX-934
- Pioneer VSX-834
- Pioneer VSX-534
- ——————- 2018 ——————-
- Pioneer VSX-933
- ——————- 2017 ——————-
- Pioneer VSX-932
- Pioneer VSX-832
- Pioneer VSX-532
- ——————- 2016 ——————-
- Pioneer VSX-S520
Pioneer Elite SC Series
The Elite SC Series of AV receivers are the high-end audiophile range from Pioneer. These receivers use Pioneer’s D³ amplifier technology and are aimed at sound purists. One of the main advantages of a Class D amplifier is that it uses less power – and doesn’t get as hot – as a traditional Class A/B amp. This may be reason enough for you to consider one of these.
Pioneer Elite SC-LX904
MSRP: $2999
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| Channels | 11.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 7.2.4 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/3 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 2x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 6x Stereo RCA, 3x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 11.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone B (2-Ch) & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Pro Auto Room Tuning - Full Band Phase Control, Precision Distance, Subwoofer EQ, 9-Point Standing Wave Control |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 140 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.3 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 17-5/16 in | 435 x 185 x 440 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 40.8/18.5 |
| Year | 2019 |
2019
Pioneer Elite SC-LX704
MSRP: $1599
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 (Support for 7.2.4) |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/3 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 2x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 6x Stereo RCA, 3x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 11.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone B (2-Ch) & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Pro Auto Room Tuning - Full Band Phase Control, Precision Distance, Subwoofer EQ, 9-Point Standing Wave Control |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 135 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.3 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 17-5/16 in | 435 x 185 x 440 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 34.2/15.5 |
| Year | 2019 |
2017
Pioneer Elite SC-LX502
MSRP: $999
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & powered 2-ch audio) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 120 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 15-9/16 in | 435 x 185 x 395 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 26.2/11.9 |
| Year | 2017 |
2016
Pioneer Elite SC-LX901
MSRP: $3000
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| Channels | 11.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.4 |
| HDMI In/Out | 7+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 2x Component |
| Other Video Out | 1x Component |
| Audio In | 6x Stereo RCA, 3x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 11.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Pro Auto Room Tuning - Full Band Phase Control, Precision Distance, Subwoofer EQ (4 Band) |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 140 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 17-1/3 in | 435 x 185 x 441 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 39.7/18 |
| Year | 2016 |
2016
Pioneer Elite SC-LX801
MSRP: $2000
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 7+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 2x Component |
| Other Video Out | 1x Component |
| Audio In | 6x Stereo RCA, 3x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 11.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Pro Auto Room Tuning - Full Band Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ (4 Band) |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 140 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 17-1/3 in | 435 x 185 x 441 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 39.5/17.9 |
| Year | 2016 |
2016
Pioneer Elite SC-LX701
MSRP: $1600
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 7+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 2x Component |
| Other Video Out | 1x Component |
| Audio In | 6x Stereo RCA, 3x Optical, 2x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 11.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Pro Auto Room Tuning - Full Band Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ (4 Band) |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 135 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 17-1/3 in | 435 x 185 x 441 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 33.1/15 |
| Year | 2016 |
2016
Pioneer Elite SC-LX501
MSRP: $1000
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ (4 Band) |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 120 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 15-9/16 in | 435 x 185 x 395 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 26/11.8 |
| Year | 2016 |
Pioneer Elite VSX Series
Like the SC Series, the Elite VSX Series of Pioneer AV receivers are still aimed at audiophiles and sound geeks. The main difference is that they don’t have the D³ amplifiers of the SC range. So, this is the place to go if you want a high-end Pioneer AV receiver but aren’t sold on the Class D amplification. They come with a great sound and features you would expect in a modern home theater receiver.
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505
MSRP: $1499
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 (Support for 7.2.4) |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 (eARC) |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 11.2-Ch / Zone 2/B (2-Ch) & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio - line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | Dirac Live |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 120 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 8K/60p & 4K/120p, HDCP2.3 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi (5 GHz/2.4 GHz), Bluetooth (Send & Receive), AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Hey Google, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 15-3/16 in | 435 x 185 x 386 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 28.7/13 |
| Year | 2021 |
2021
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX305
MSRP: $1199
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 (eARC) |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 or Zone B (2-ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio - line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered) |
| Auto Room Calibration | Dirac Live |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 100 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 8K/60p & 4K/120p, HDCP2.3 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi (5 GHz/2.4 GHz), Bluetooth (Send & Receive), AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Hey Google, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 22.9/10.4 |
| Year | 2021 |
2021
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX105
MSRP: $899
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6/2 (eARC) |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio - line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 100 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 8K/60p & 4K/120p, HDCP2.3 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi (5 GHz/2.4 GHz), Bluetooth (Send & Receive), AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Hey Google, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 21.6/9.8 |
| Year | 2021 |
2019
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX504
MSRP: $999
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 (Support for 7.2.4) |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 (ARC) |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 9.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone B (2-Ch) & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Auto Phase Control Plus, Subwoofer EQ, Multi-point Standing Wave Control |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 120 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 15-3/16 in | 435 x 185 x 386 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 28.7/13 |
| Year | 2019 |
2019
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX304
MSRP: $799
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 & Zone B (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (powered 2-ch audio) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Auto Phase Control Plus, Subwoofer EQ, Multi-point Standing Wave Control |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 100 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 23.8/10.8 |
| Year | 2019 |
2019
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX104
MSRP: $499
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6/2 |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone B (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI + 2-ch audio powered) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/2-ch & 5.1-ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 20.7/9.4 |
| Year | 2019 |
2018
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX503
MSRP: $999
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | 9.2-Ch / Zone 2 & Zone 3 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI & 2-ch audio - powered or line out) / Zone 3 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ, Multi-point Standing Wave Control |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 120 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (5.6, 2.8 MHz/2 ch, 2.8 MHz/5.1 ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 7-5/16 x 15-3/16 in | 435 x 185 x 386 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 28.7/13 |
| Year | 2018 |
2018
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX303
MSRP: $799
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| Channels | 9.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.4/7.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ, Multi-point Standing Wave Control |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 100 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (5.6, 2.8 MHz/2 ch, 2.8 MHz/5.1 ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 23.8/10.8 |
| Year | 2018 |
2018
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX103
MSRP: $499
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6/1 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 20.7/9.4 |
| Year | 2018 |
2017
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX302
MSRP: $799
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6+1/2 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 2x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 100 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 434 x 173 x 370 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 22/10 |
| Year | 2017 |
2017
Pioneer Elite VSX-LX102
MSRP: $599
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 4/1 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 2x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | None |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 12-5/8 in | 434 x 173 x 321 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 19/8.6 |
| Year | 2017 |
Pioneer VSX Series
The VSX Series of Pioneer AV receivers are their budget models. If you don’t want to break the bank, you can still get a solid receiver for your money that will serve you well. As with all AV receivers, you should consider the features necessary for your use and purchase the model that ticks all the boxes. These might be budget receivers, but they offer many modern features like 8K/4K support and Dolby Atmos. Just think about what you need in your room.
Pioneer VSX-935
MSRP: $699
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6/2 (eARC) [3x 8K] |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 & B (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front & 1x Rear |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI + 2-ch audio powered or line out) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning with Auto Phase Control Plus & Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 8K/60p & 4K/120p, HDCP2.3 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Hey Google, Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD (2.8 MHz), PCM (Max 7.1-ch 24/192) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 435 x 173 x 370.5 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 21.2/9.6 |
| Year | 2021 |
2019
Pioneer VSX-934
MSRP: $479
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6/2 |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone B (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (HDMI + 2-ch audio powered) / Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 435 x 173 x 370.5 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 20.7/9.4 |
| Year | 2019 |
2019
Pioneer VSX-834
Features in the best AV receivers under $500MSRP: $379
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 4/1 (ARC) |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone B (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Bluetooth |
| Voice Control | Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 5-13/16 x 12-5/8 in | 435 x 148 x 321 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 17.6/8 |
| Year | 2019 |
2019
Pioneer VSX-534
MSRP: $279
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| Channels | 5.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 3.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 4 / 1 |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone B (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone B (2-ch audio line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Bluetooth |
| Voice Control | Siri (via AirPlay 2) |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 5-13/16 x 12-5/8 in | 435 x 148 x 321 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 17.6/8 |
| Year | 2019 |
2018
Pioneer VSX-933
MSRP: $479
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 6/1 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite, 1x Component |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 4x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) / Zone 2 (2-Ch) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | Zone 2 (2-ch audio - powered or line out) |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect, Sonos Connect |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16 in | 435 x 173 x 370.5 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 20.7/9.4 |
| Year | 2018 |
2017
Pioneer VSX-932
MSRP: $579
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| Channels | 7.2 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 5.2.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 4/1 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 2x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x2) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | None |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 12-5/8 in | 435 x 173 x 320.5 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 19.4/8.8 |
| Year | 2017 |
2017
Pioneer VSX-832
MSRP: $479
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| Channels | 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 3.1.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 4/1 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 2x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x1) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | None |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-13/16 x 12-5/8 in | 435 x 173 x 320.5 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 19/8.6 |
| Year | 2017 |
2017
Pioneer VSX-532
MSRP: $379
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| Channels | 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | None |
| HDMI In/Out | 4/1 |
| Other Video In | 2x Composite |
| Other Video Out | 1x Composite |
| Audio In | 3x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x1) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | None |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Automatic Crossover Detection |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 80 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 6 - 16 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
| Network/Wireless | Bluetooth |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 6-5/8 x 12-5/8 in | 435 x 168 x 320.5 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 17.6/8 |
| Year | 2017 |
2016
Pioneer VSX-S520
MSRP: $399
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| Channels | 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | 3.1.2 |
| HDMI In/Out | 4/1 |
| Other Video In | None |
| Other Video Out | None |
| Audio In | 2x Stereo RCA, 1x Optical, 1x Coaxial, 1x Phono |
| Audio Pre Out/Line Out | Subwoofer (x1) |
| Other Audio Out | --- |
| USB Connection | 1x Front |
| Zones | None |
| Auto Room Calibration | MCACC Pro Auto Room Tuning - Phase Control, Subwoofer EQ (4 Band) |
| Power (W/Ch)* | 50 |
| Speaker Impedance (Ohms) | 4 - 8 |
| UHD Support | 4K/60p, HDCP2.2 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
| Network/Wireless | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, FlareConnect |
| Voice Control | No |
| Dolby Decoders | Dolby Digital, DD+, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
| DTS Decoders | DTS, DTS Express, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD HR Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Other Audio Decoders | DSD Direct Playback via Network/USB (11.2, 5.6, 2.8 MHz/2ch), DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch) |
| Selected Processing Modes | Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17-1/8 x 2-3/4 x 12-13/16 in | 435 x 70 x 325 mm |
| Weight (lbs/Kg) | 8.8/4 |
| Year | 2016 |
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