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Our Top Choice
Onkyo Stereo Receiver
Since 1946, Onkyo has made a name for itself through the delivery of top-quality audio products.
It’s easy to operate. It has a great power system, which helps it last for a long time, and its receiver reception is known to be very good..
However, the labels on the controls are tiny, so they are hard to see.
50 W/channel
2 channels
5 audio inputs, 1 output
Independent bass/treble controls
Airplay
Best Value
Yamaha R-S202BL Stereo Receiver
Yamaha is one of the best-known producers of musical instruments and audio equipment. Its products are used worldwide and are highly durable.
It is very easy to use and understand. It also has a great power output and lasts for quite some time.
There have been a few reports of the receiver shutting off while it is being used.
140 W + 140 W
2 channels
4 audio inputs, 1 output
Independent bass/treble controls
Bluetooth
Cambridge Audio Topaz SR20 Stereo Receiver
For close to 50 years, Cambridge Audio has been one of the top manufacturers of great audio equipment.
The sound output is simply superb. There are also multiple input options for variety, and it is very reliable.
No problems have been reported.
100 W
2 channels
3 digital audio inputs
Bass/treble controls
USB
Pioneer VSX-530-K 5.1 Channel AV Receiver
For over 70 years, Pioneer has been manufacturing and distributing quality audio equipment worldwide.
It is budget-friendly and very simple to set up. It is also quite reliable, and the sound is of the highest quality.
The Bluetooth range is short.
80 W/channel
5.1 channels
4 HDMI inputs
Dolby True HD, DTS-HD Master
Bluetooth, USB
Sony 2 Channel Stereo Receiver
For many years, Sony has been manufacturing electronics used by millions of people all over the world.
It is efficient and lasts for a long time before the power dies. It has five inputs, so a wide range of devices can be connected easily.
There have been a few reports of it shutting off while being used.
270 W
2 channels
5 audio inputs
Equalizer: bass, mid, treble
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