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Pioneer VSX-516 Receiver Review At $199, the Pioneer VSX-516 is the definition of "budget" receiver. I found the Pioneer VSX-516 to be an able performer at any price point. If it has the inputs you need, we recommend it!

Yamaha RX-V2600 Receiver Review The Yamaha RX-V2600 is a paramount achievement in terms of the receiver market. Receivers are finally starting to pay almost as much attention to the second half of "audio-video".

Sony STR-DA7100ES Receiver Review The Sony STR-DA7100ES Receiver has plenty of power and enough features to keep most people satisfied. Overall the STR-DA7100ES is a nice receiver - in terms of its build quality, looks, and abilities.

Yamaha RX-V4600 Receiver Review Enter the new Yamaha RX-V4600 - the 'does-everything-and-more' receiver at a price point that won't force users to refinancing their homes. For $1899, you can have the state of the art RX-V4600.

Pioneer VSX-815 Receiver Review With three component video inputs, auto setup system and flexible amplifier assignments, the Pioneer VSX-815 turned out to be a solid entry-level product that is one of the best values in the industry

Yamaha RX-V4600 Receiver Preview In preparation for our comprehensive review of the new Yamaha RX-V4600 A/V receiver, we thought we would give you a sneak peek at it up close and compared to the RX-V2500.

Denon AVR-5805 AV Receiver Review The Denon AVR-5805 A/V receiver features 4 zones (two with independent surround sound and HDMI support) and 10 amplifier channels. In our review, we found it to be a one box whole home audio solution.

Yamaha RX-V2500 Receiver Review The Yamaha RX-V2500 receiver is, quite possibly, the most amazing receiver you will find for just over $1000. With a fairly accurate YPAO system and room corrective EQ that doesn't sound half bad.

Harman Kardon AVR 130 Review With the AVR 130 receiver, Harman Kardon has delivered in a big way with a small price tag. Someone who is familiar with higher end specs and performance will not be let down by it's features.

Yamaha RX-Z9 A/V Receiver Review Review: The Yamaha RX-Z9 AV Receiver is an exceptionally good product and value. It dominates a segment of the marketplace currently not filled with every conceivable feature. High end audio meets AV.