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Denon AVR-591 Receiver Preview
The Denon AVR-591 has 4 HDMI 1.4a inputs, 120 watts per channel, preouts for surround back/Dolby PLIIz height channels, HDMI video upconversion, HDMI OSD, Audio Return Channel, and Audyssey MultEQ.
Denon AVR-391 Receiver Preview
The new Denon AVR-391 sports four HDMI 1.4a inputs, discrete amplifiers, and HD audio decoding with preouts for Surround Back channels or for Dolby ProLogic IIz decoding.
Yamaha RX-V567 Receiver Preview
The Yamaha RX-V567 has a lot more of what consumers want in a next generation receiver. They've added two additional channels of amplification, an On Screen Display, and HDMI upconversion and scaling.
Yamaha RX-V467 Receiver Preview
From a pure user standpoint, the $379 Yamaha RX-V467 is light years better than then RX-V367. The native decoding of HD audio and YPAO room correction are welcome additions to this AV receiver.
Yamaha RX-V367 Receiver Preview
In the plus column, the Yamaha RX-V367 has four HDMI inputs that are 3-D ready. If that is all you are looking for in a receiver, this is the one for you. Other than that, the RX-V367 is very basic.
Onkyo TX-SR608 Receiver Preview
If you are looking for Burr-Brown DACs, Dolby ProLogic IIz, Audyssey DSX, and dual subwoofer outputs plus 1080p video upcoversion and THX, the Onkyo TX-SR608 is just what the doctor ordered.
Pioneer VSX-1120-K Receiver Preview
The VSX-1120-K offers the pinnacle of the Pioneer-branded line. Those that don't mind paying a premium for extra convenience and performance are going to be very temped by that VSX-1120-K.
Pioneer VSX-1020-K Receiver Preview
The new Pioneer VSX-1020-K has all the functionality of the $399 VSX-920-K with the addition of a GUI, on-screen album art, a powered Zone 2, improved MCACC, Internet radio, and iPhone control.
Pioneer VSX-920-K Receiver Preview
The Pioneer VSX-920-K introduces two additional channels of amplification over the two lower models, PQLS for enhanced two-channel audio, and Anchor Bay powered 1080p upconversion all for $399.
Pioneer VSX-820-K Receiver Preview
The VSX-820-K is the next in line from the electronics giant and comes in at just under $300 with an extra HDMI input, and on-screen display, MCACC auto system setup, and iPhone certification.