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Denon AVR-X3300W 7.2 Atmos/DTS:X A/V Receiver Review The Denon AVR-X3300W 7.2CH Atmos/DTS:X networking AV receiver features the latest in HD audio and video processing, music streaming and offers future expandability with solid preamp outputs.

Outlaw Audio RR2160 Stereo Receiver Preview Looking for a stereo receiver with solid amplification? Outlaw's legendary RR2150 has been redesigned and improved via the RR2160 retro receiver to include a high end DAC to handle digital sources.

Yamaha RX-A 70 AVENTAGE Dolby Vision AV Receivers Preview Yamaha released their AVENTAGE RX-A 70 lineup of AV receivers. Even their base model at $600 offers DTS:X and Dolby Atmos immersive surround, MusicCAST streaming, and Dolby Vision and HLG for video.

Denon AVR-S930H 7.2CH 4K Ultra HD Network AV Receiver Preview Denon's AVR-S930H AV receiver includes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Audyssey MultEQ, Dolby Vision, HEOS, and 8 HDMI inputs. With all this for under $600 it might be the right choice for you. Read our preview.

Pioneer VSX-532 and VSX-832 5.1 Channel AV Receiver Preview If you’re in the market for a budget friendly AV receiver with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, than the Pioneer VSX-532 and VSX-832 models may be for you. Read on for more details.

Rotel RAP-1580 Home Theater Surround Amplified Processor Preview Looking for a multichannel, integrated amplifier with surround processing components? Rotel thinks they have what you're looking for with their RAP-1580 Home Theater Surround Amplified Processor.

Denon AVR-S730H 7.2 CH Atmos/DTS:X AV Receiver Preview Denon has announced several new products with integrated HEOS wireless, multi-room functionality. The AVR-S720 is bringing HEOS to Denon's S-series at only $479.

Yamaha RX-A860 AVENTAGE 7.2 Atmos/DTS:X A/V Receiver Review The Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A860 7.2CH Atmos/DTS:X AV receiver is packed with excellent networking features but it does fall short on power delivery making our recommendation conditional based on usage.

Pioneer Elite SX-S30 Slim Stereo Network Receiver Preview Pioneer announced its new SX-S30 Slim Stereo Network Receiver offering a wealth of connectivity options for streaming high-res audio from a slim, compact form factor. But is it slim on power? Read on.

Pioneer Elite SC-LX701/801 & SC-LX901 Atmos/DTS:X AV Receivers Preview Pioneer's SC-LX701 LX801 LX901 Network Receivers feature 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, hi-res music streaming, new jitter reduction systems, and the latest 4K/UHD video support with HDR and BT.2020.