Editorial Review

Ideal for quality stereo listening, for expanding your surround system from 5.1 to 6.1 or 7.1 channels to deliver the latest home theater surround formats, and for multiroom setups, Onkyo's M-282 stereo power amplifier makes a powerful and affordable system upgrade. The amp uses Onkyo's exclusive Wide Range Amplifier Technology and pumps 2 x 100 watts per channel RMS into 8 ohm speakers and 2 x 125 wpc into 6 ohms. (For dynamic power handling, you're looking at 2 x 140 watts into 8 ohms, 2 x 125 watts into 6 ohms.)Read more

Features

• You may be answering the siren call to assemble a separates system for audio or home theater
• You may be contemplating an awesome home computer audio section
• You may require power for the extra two channels in a 7.1 surround receiver or processor
• Whatever the case, the obvious choice is the Onkyo M-282 Power Amplifier
• 100 watts x 2 channels of 10Hz>100kHzfull-bandwidth power will be more than up to the stiffest audio challenge

Reviews (4)

AMPed system
I have been using this AMP for the better part of three years.It has never failed, overheated, or given an unsatisfactory performance.It looks sexy and performes like a pro.You will not be dissapointed; I'm not.

Onkyo
Onkyo is a relatively large japanese audio maker.
Good, But I am glad I did not buy anything cheaper
I was looking for a "cheap" amp to drive my 2nd zone "background" music speakers. My price point was around $200 and this unit has a good look to it, so it would fit in next to my more "up scale" B&K separates.
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Features

• 7-Channel Receiver with 110 Watts per channel
• Wireless Connection with PC - enjoy playback of music files from PC
• Dolby Digital EX / Dolby Digital / Dolby Pro Logic IIx / Dolby Pro Logic II
• DTS / DTS-ES / NEO:6 / DTS 96/24
• Multi-Brand Glow Remote Control

Reviews (2)

AWESOME, but ugh
Great features, awesome sound, even with their "virtual surround back" feature when not having the back surround(s) installed.
Ventilate
This is a great receiver...but watch out, it needs to be well ventilated.Mine blew up after 31 days in an admittedly poorly ventilated entertainment center.The main problem is that the exhaust vents on the receiver are on the sides and it is a pretty wide peice of equipment so there is not a lot of room to breath in your average enclosed entertainment center.I'm also still waiting for the thing to be repaired because apparently JVC has no parts and everything is on back-order (its been 31 days since I dropped it off for repair).
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Features

• Features 6 line-level inputs and 2 preamp outputs
• Tape loop for outboard processors
• Volume, balance, and bass and treble controls
• 110 dB signal-to-noise ratio
• Less than 0.008 percent THD

Reviews (11)

Basic preamp with a decent sound
I'm using this preamp with an Adcom power amp and Sony SACD player mainly for music on my back porch with remote Polk outdoor speakers.This is not for critical listening--all I wanted was decent sound with minium fuss.The AudioSource does a good job for this setup and I'm very happy with the product.It doesn't have much in the way of features but that's okay with me.If I was depending on it for my main system, I would want a remote control.If that's unimportant to you, the price is right.

Quality Control?
I just received my AudioSource pre one/a preamp in the mail.Anxious, I hooked everything up (correctly) and immediately noticed noise coming from my speakers, which resembled speakers that had damaged voice coils.How could this be?I tried another set of speakers, and the same result occured.Not believing it could be the brand new preamp, I had one more card up my sleeve.I hooked up my Koss Pro4/AA's via a y-connector out of one set of preamp outs on the back of the AudioSource preamp.To make a long story longer, after finishing this review, I'm shipping this lemon back!BOO- AudioSource!P.S.- I reluctantly gave this item 1 star, but I guess that's where the scale starts!David Ramos,Tehachapi,California
Great value!
5 stars for value and sound quality. 1 star less for lack of headphone amp. You won't be disappointed with AudioSource Pre One/A unless your audio equipment is worth good car and you listen to music in soundproof chamber. If you do, take one star off my rating. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

The Harman Kardon AVR 645 home theater receiver serves as the hub of your home entertainment system, providing a wide range of listening possibilities for almost any audio or video program source. This 7.1-channel surround sound receiver pumps out 75 watts of power per channel (with all channels operating at full power), for 525 watts of total power. The AVR 645's seven-channel amplifier provides the power to reproduce the loudest crescendos or cinema sound effects while remaining virtually free from distortion or system noise. It includes two HDMI inputs for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable. And it's compatible with the optional Harman Kardon Bridge, which links the receiver to your Apple iPod and enables you to control playback of individual songs and playlists via the Harman Kardon remote control. Read more

Features

• High current amplifiers
• Upconverts composite and S-video to component.
• 2 HDMI Inputs
• XM Ready
• Can adjust your system using the EzSet/EQ system which comes with it owns microphone.

Reviews (1)

AVR 645 review
My DPR 2005 had issues and I sent it in for warranty service.Harmans warranty department is great, and I was able to trade out my DPR for the new AVR 645, which retails $500 less then the DPR and outputs less power, but has more modern features such as "The Bridge", XM, USB, and HDMI connections.I am dissapointed to say that this unit does not have the EZset feature on the remote control anymore.God knows why as this feature was rated great!Now you have to run the provided mic and cord to the unit for setup, perhaps it works better this way and offers a more accurate EQ curve, I dont know.
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Editorial Review

Sony's high-powered STR-DE998 delivers dynamic, full-force home theater excitement. The receiver accommodates everything from the latest surround sound movie formats to cutting-edge high-resolution audio sources. The STR-DE998 delivers 110 watts per channel across seven main channels (left, right, center, left/right mid surround, and left/right rear surround) and has a dedicated subwoofer output for an eighth (the ".1" low-frequency effects channel).Read more

Features

• 7.1-channel audio/video surround receiver with 30 radio presets, HD video switching, and 110 full-range watts per channel x 7
• Dolby Digital EX, DTS ES/Neo:6/96:24, and Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx 6.1-channel surround processing for lifelike, exciting audio from any source
• 7.1-/5.1-channel analog audio inputs accommodate high-resolution multi-channel formats like SACD and DVD-Audio
• 6 digital-audio inputs, 1 digital output; includes phono input for turntable and preprogrammed/learning LCD remote control
• Measures 17 x 6.2 x 15.8 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (17)

remote control
Great receiver when you have a remote control that works...took my remote control to a warranty service center Feb 7th....Here it is now July 10th....Been backordered months....Don,t know if i would buy another Sony Home Theater System...Very disappointed in service after the sale....horrible!!!!!!!!

Great when it works.
We got this for Christmas.It is wonderful when it works.The first failure happened in January - didn't make it 30 days.The unit would intermittently cut out.I dropped it off for service and they apparently fixed the problem.Earlier this week it "popped," and died again.Now I'm going to SHIP it, at my expense, to Sony's only remaining service center in Laredo, TX.Thankfully the unit has a 2 year warranty, but the shipping cost is a drag.I expect more from Sony.I am disappointed.

Sony Slips
The price looked right, but as others have mentioned this receiver has:
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Editorial Review

Ideal for audiophiles who like to build their systems piece by piece, the Teac TR-670 offers precise, high-end AM/FM tuning so you can enjoy your favorite programs static-free. The tuner is equipped with such features as direct-access tuning to the station frequencies or the 60 memory presets, manual or auto tuning for easy programming, and a multifunction fluorescent display that shows the station info clearly. Among the 60 presets are 30 AM and 30 FM channels, which should cover virtually the entire radio dial in all but the busiest markets. Plus, the tuner offers a digital clock with a 90-minute sleep timer function (in 10-minute increments)--a perfect fit for nappers. And should the power go down, the tuner's preset memory backup keeps all the information current so you don't have to reprogram it later.Read more

Features

• Quartz PLL-synthesized digital AM/FM tuner with direct access tuning
• Manual or auto tuning for the 60 memory presets (30 FM and 30 AM)
• Digital clock with 90-minute sleep timer in 10-minute increments
• Multifunction fluorescent display; includes remote control
• Measures 17.13 by 3.46 by 11.3 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 8.38 pounds

Reviews (2)

Fills a market niche for an affordable, user-friendly tuner
Per comments in the other review on this tuner, no, the tuner market hasn't disappeared, it's just fragmemented.The trend towards home theater has really hit the stereo component market, pretty much killing the low and middle end sections of it (the high end audio market is still going strong, with plenty of tuners in the $500+ range available).
Good tuner, decent price
My old tuner recently gave up the ghost, so I got the Teac R670. Can't argue with the price, and it works pretty well. AM and FM reception are both pretty decent, although FM is not nearly as good as my Tivoli Model Two radio. AM is much better than the Tivoli.
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Editorial Review

Looking for a powerful system that can fit on a bookshelf or atop a dresser? The Sony CMT-NEZ3 micro system fits the bill, offering full, rich sound in a svelte package. The top-loading CD tray is great for playing traditional audio CDs, CD-R/RWs and even CDs with MP3 music files. Use the cassette deck to play those old tapes you love, or use the CD synchro record function to make your own mix tapes. Of course, there's also an AM/FM radio. The unit boasts 20 Watts of total sound, great for your office, kitchen, dorm room or any small space you'd like to fill with deep bass and crisp, dynamic highs. ... Read more

Features

• Great sound for dorm rooms, offices or other small spaces
• Top-loading CD tray supports CD, CD-R/RW, and MP3 CD
• Synchronized CD/cassette dubbing
• 20 Watts of total power
• AM/FM radio with digital tuning

Reviews (18)

Nice compact system.
I bought this for my "technology challenged" parents and they were able to use it easily. The controls are very logical. Sound is not bad either, but it is not high powered, and there are no separate bass and treble controls. For the money it is a good deal because you can play cassettes, CDs, and an AM/FM radio.

SONY = Stops Operating Next Year
This unit looks nice and plays nice, until it doesn't anymore.
review for Sony CMT-NEZ3 Micro component system
The unit was satisfying as advirtised in all ways.
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Features

• Everything you need to listen in your vehicle including the XACT XTR7 SIRIUS Satellite receiver
• Includes XTR7 receiver, IR remote, car power adapter, docking cradle, and antenna

Reviews (11)

Works for me!
I bought this unit from Amazon for $46 and I use it daily at work. I drive a garbage truck and the unit gets a good shaking from me picking up and emptying up to 1000 bins each day. The unit does run hot but it has worked faultlessly despite hitting the floor a couple of times

Junk from the Factory
Unit gets so hot it leads to other problems.The LCD display is almost unreadable due to the heat. It is nearly untouchable due to the heat. The power cord disconects everytime you hit a bump or touch the unit which makes it hard to change stations and also bad if you were into something you were listening to! I also believe the power cord issue is heat related since the adapter plug gets soft after use because of the heat.
DO NOT BUY!
I purchased my unit at wal-mart. In nine days the power cord broke.Customer service told me to pound sand. It's an "accessory". After 5 months the unit died and I sent it back. A new one in the box arrived in about two weeks.This unit makes the first unit better by comparison. I have had this unit for two weeks and it often does not work. I drive an hour to work and it does nothing but display the sirius logo.I leave the unit on all day and nothing happens but last night on my way home it was working. I will be shipping it back soon. Good customer service would make up for a lousy product but that's not available at XACT. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Get ready for serious audio entertainment with the Audiovox SIR-CMB3 Sirius Satellite Radio Receiver and Docking Station. This small, low-profile unit delivers more than 120 channels of crystal-clear Sirius satellite radio programming on the go.Read more

Features

• Large, front-panel LCD screen shows channel, song, and artist's information
• Small, low-profile receiver works great at home or on the road
• Built-in wireless FM transmitter turns any FM receiver into a Sirius radio
• Delivers more than 120 high-quality, Sirius satellite radio stations
• Includes cigarette lighter power adapter, roof antenna, and mounting bracket

Reviews (4)

Sirius is Expensive
Dude, if you pay for a liftime subscription you can only trasfer you membership 3 times???Ahh then what?So you have to take you in dash radio with you for the rest of your life!!!???So I go buy a few radio's to tryout and I don't like the first 2 Im stuck with the third, for Life???!!Ok peeps if I buy a life time subscription it should be for my lifetime not my radios lifetime....

confused
This plug and play works great!
Great Device (You Must get it)
This is a great device. A must buy for yourself or as a gift. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Take the next step in home theater performance with the Yamaha HTR-5950 digital surround receiver, which boasts 6.1 channels (110 watts x 6) of amplification and a ton of high-end features. The receiver is built around Yamaha's digital ToP-ART (Total Purity Audio Reproduction Technology) design concept, which maximizes digital signal quality and minimizes analog circuitry to ensure the best possible sound. ToP-ART receivers include such defining attributes as ultra-high-current amplification, high-performance 192 kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters, an upgraded Pure Direct listening mode that provides terrific signal purity, and an impressively wide frequency range of 10 Hz to 100 kHz that helps digital audio sources like DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD reach their full potential.Read more

Features

• Full-featured 660-watt (110 watts x 6) 6.1-channel digital home theater receiver with ToP-ART amplifier
• Quad-Field Cinema DSP with 14 surround programs; Dolby Digital EX, DTS 96/24, and Pro Logic IIx decoders
• Component video up-conversion for S-video and composite signals; XM satellite radio ready
• Special terminal accommodates Yamaha's iPod dock (sold separately); 3 component video inputs
• 4 digital audio inputs (3 optical and 1 coaxial); measures 17.1 x 6.3 x 15.4 inches (W x H x D); 2-year warranty

Reviews (1)

Works great, sounds great
I upgraded from a Denon AVR-1801 that gets pretty good reviews and this thing kills it.The amp is clearly stronger than my old one, and the sound is much better.For a reasonably priced amplifier, this thing is great.Especially the bass.
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Editorial Review

Want more than a superb balance of precise surround sound processing, powerful amplification and signal-enhancing technologies to bring out the very best in your home theater? The TX-SR504s goes above and beyond by giving you the capability to switch up to three high-definition components for simple connection to HDTVs. So, on top of sensational DVD movies and your own music catalog, the TX-SR504 easily integrates recorded video content, live high-definition broadcasts and the most gripping console games. While this receiver’s sophistication can’t be denied, it’s also designed to make operating your home entertainment a stress-free, simple exercise. A perfectly laid out rear panel features color-coded ports, while the preprogrammed RI (Remote Interactive) remote control and accessible front panel controls do all the work for you. In more ways than one, the TX-SR504 will set you up for the best home theater entertainment yet. Read more

Features

• Pre-Programmed RI Compatible Remote Control - Compatible With RI Dock For iPod
• Connections - HTDV-Ready Component Video (3 Inputs/1 Output), S-Video (3 Inputs/ 2 Outputs) / Digital Audio Inputs - 3 Optical/1 Coaxial/4 Assignable
• Sleep Timer
• Unit Dimensions - 17.13 x 5.94 x 14.84 / 22.9 lbs

Features

• 6.1-channel, 660W powerful surround sound (110Wx6)
• XM Ready with XM HD Surround Powered by Neural Surround
• Compatible with iPod via optional Yamaha YDS-10
• Compressed Music Enhancer
• Front panel mini jack for portable player connections

Editorial Review

The Amp 5.1 stereo power amplifier from AudioSource is a powerful and flexible addition to your home theater. You can use this monoblock amplifier by itself, or combine it with a series of Amp 5.1 units to power an entire home theater and drive speakers throughout your home. Read more

Features

• 100 watts per channel stereo output
• Expandable and modular to suit your changing home theater needs
• Phase and low-cut controls improve sound
• Toroidal power transformer provides big sound with minimal magnetic distortion
• Total harmonic distortion of less than 0.10%

Reviews (3)

Perfect Amp for my center channel
This Amp did not disappoint! Our main Dolby 5.1 audio system has one big drawback: the speakers are all mounted in the downstairs ceiling and my daughter's room is right above them so I can' run them after 7:00pm when she goes to sleep. Problem is, without a true center channel running, my wife and often have trouble picking up dialog from the weak built-in speakers of our 61" JVC HDTV.
Nice small, versatile amp.
I use pairs of these in my conference rooms.They provide pleny of power, are small, support both balanced and unbalanced inputs, and the auto-power feature means I don't even have to touch them; when the audio source is turned off so do all the amps.
good value
AudioSource is well known for providing good value for the price and they don't dissapoint with their 5-series amps. There's nothing in its price-range that has similar quality.Read more

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Features

• 7-Channel Receiver with 110 Watts per channel
• Wireless Connection with PC - enjoy playback of music files from PC
• Dolby Digital EX / Dolby Digital / Dolby Pro Logic IIx / Dolby Pro Logic II
• DTS / DTS-ES / NEO:6 / DTS 96/24
• Multi-Brand Glow Remote Control

Reviews (2)

Great Receiver, does run hot, but you'll love this unit
It does run hot, with only side vents, none on the top, but the smaller package is the likely culprit.
Good product with some flaws
I was initially very wary of purchasing this receiver.I had heard alot of bad things online about the JVC line, and had it not been for the price, I probably would have stayed away.That would have been a mistake.
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Editorial Review

As a centerpiece of home entertainment, the TX-SR604 presents superb functionality that will be hard to match. With connectivity to virtually any A/V source or playback component you can imagine, your entertainment choices are impressive. The TX-SR604s also packs some exclusive technologies like the Audyssey 2EQ™ function which measures and corrects the room acoustics in your home—like having your own sound engineer at your command. Moreover, this 7.1-channel home theater receiver is ready for the high-definition revolution with High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) effortlessly transporting sublime video and audio, as well as 7.1-multichannel inputs accepting the most advanced surround sound formats available.