Best Pioneer products in the AV Receiver category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Pioneer products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. Pioneer VSX-535D
The Pioneer VSX-535 is a 5.2-channel AV receiver that supports Dolby Atmos and Dolby Surround, 8K/4K Ultra HD functionalities, Bluetooth streaming, and much more. Elevate your entertainment experiences from shows to games and movies to a new level with a 5.2 or 3.2.2 setup. Calibrating the speaker system to your viewing environment is effortless with the included MCACC Auto Room tuning program.
2. Pioneer VSA-LX805
The flagship VSX-LX805 of the Pioneer Elite series features 11 channels and up to four subwoofer outputs (two with their own processing). This audio enthusiast-level amplification boasts an AB-class power amplifier and top-quality components, including two multi-channel ESS 32-bit Sabre HyperStream DACs and balanced XLR connections. Additionally, the VSX-LX805 supports advanced Dirac Live room correction.
The VSX-LX805 with 11 channels is designed to deliver a per-channel power of 150W (8 ohms) in a 7.2.4 configuration. Simply put, that’s a lot of power, enough for the simultaneous use of three different zone areas. You can watch your program in the living room while the teens play in another room and the kids watch cartoons in the third.
Make the most of your HD television. Thanks to 8K/4K Ultra HD readiness, you can experience shows, games, and movies in stunning resolution. HDMI eARC makes connecting the TV and amplifier easy with a single cable. This premier home theater receiver provides all the features to ensure beautiful surround sound, supporting formats include Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD, and Auro 3D. Furthermore, the IMAX Enhanced mode reproduces digitally remastered content with precise optimization for stunning cinematic quality.
The amplifier comes with numerous streaming and smart home platforms, ensuring you won't run out of music selection. Supported platforms include Apple AirPlay, Google Home, Alexa, TIDAL, Pandora, Roon, Spotify, Amazon, Deezer, Chromecast, and Sonos. It also features bi-directional Bluetooth, allowing you to wirelessly play music from your phone to your system’s speakers as well as connect Bluetooth headphones directly to the amplifier. The transmission mode supports SBC, aptX, and aptX HD codecs.
3. Pioneer VSX-LX505
The VSX-LX505 creates the soundscape of IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X, ideally calibrated with advanced MCACC. It also provides similar sound effects with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer without additional surround speakers. Enjoy spectacles from next-gen video and gaming standards with support for HDMI 2.1, including 8K, VRR, ALLM, and QFT pass-through. Stream songs across the house with Multi Zone Music, SONOS system, Chromecast built-in, DTS Play-Fi, and Apple AirPlay 2. It features powered Zone 2/Zone 3 audio, 11.2/5.6/2.8 MHz DSD playback with PCM conversion, 2 HDMI outputs, and Roon Tested certification. Finally, it works with Alexa or OK Google for voice control.
4. Pioneer VSX-LX305
Designed for optimum IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X movie playback in a seamless 7.2.2ch/5.2.4ch surround sound calibrated by Advanced MCACC, along with support for next-generation video/gaming standards including HDMI 2.1 with 8K, VRR, ALLM, QFT passthrough, the VSX-LX305 brings multi-dimensional excitement to your home entertainment. Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer provides virtual sound effects without using height or surround speakers. And it's Roon Tested so music streaming from AV equipment is super easy. Enjoy multi-room audio streaming with Sonos system, Chromecast built-in, DTS Play-Fi, and Apple AirPlay 2. Finally, it works with Alexa or Ok Google for voice control.
5. Pioneer VSX-934
Immerse yourself in the 3D surround sound of Dolby Atmos or DTS:X, or enjoy a similar surround effect with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X, even without height or surround speakers. With Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision support for HDCP 2.2, the VSX-934 offers even more lifelike images. You can stream music tracks from various sources via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos system, and Apple AirPlay 2. Additional highlights include the Powered Zone 2 feature with a dedicated DAC, personal preset buttons, and 2 HDMI outputs.
6. Pioneer VSX-935
Immerse yourself in 3D surround sound with Dolby Atmos or DTS:X in a 5.2.2 channel speaker layout. You can enjoy similar effects with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X, even without height or surround speakers. With Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision passthrough, this device delivers incredibly lifelike images. Additionally, the VSX-935 supports HDMI 2.1 for 8K, VRR, ALLM, and QFT passthrough for next-generation video and gaming experiences with HDCP 2.3. Stream music from various sources via Music Server, Bluetooth, DTS Play-Fi, Sonos system, and Apple AirPlay 2. It is Roon Tested, making music streaming from AV devices easier. Other highlights include a Powered Zone 2 function with a dedicated DAC, personal preset buttons, two HDMI outputs, and compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control.
7. Pioneer SX-N30AE
With a powerful 2x110 watt stereo output stage optimised for the best sound, sophisticated connection options for conventional and modern music sources, and complete streaming features, the SX-N30AE is the ideal core for a high-end and future-proof hi-fi system. Even if you do not connect additional equipment nor have an extensive music library, you already have a virtually unlimited music universe at your fingertips with the streaming services TIDAL, Spotify and Deezer as well as free, premium TuneIn Internet radio - intuitively accessible via the Pioneer Remote App on your iOS or Android mobile device. Naturally you can also stream directly from your smartphone or tablet to the SX-N30AE: with Bluetooth, integrated Chromecast technology and DTS PlayFi, the receiver meets your personal preferences exactly. The SX-N30AE features analogue and digital inputs for sound from the television, game console or satellite receiver. Even a record player with MM pickup can be easily connected to the integrated phono input. And since you never know exactly what the future will bring, the SX-N30AE can be kept state-of-the-art with free updates.
8. Pioneer VSX-835D
The Pioneer VSX-835 is a 7.2-channel AV receiver with 8K support, offering IMAX Enhanced and Dolby technologies for movie and TV enthusiasts. It delivers 8K/4K Ultra HD picture quality, Bluetooth streaming, and much more. Enjoy shows, movies, and games with impressive performance in a 7.2 or 5.2.2 speaker configuration, perfectly tuned to your space with the MCACC room calibration system.
