Harman Kardon AVR 125 Dolby Digital Receiver

Harman Kardon AVR 125 Dolby Digital Receiver

Product Description
From the Manufacturer
Don't let the AVR 125's price fool you! Our most affordable A/V receiver has a high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier that can handle the most demanding speaker loads. A wide range of processing options, including Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II and, of course, our own Logic 7 and VMAx technologies, give you theater-quality sound at a budget-minded price. Six digital inputs, two digital outputs, 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters and a programmable remote control help complete the list of features the AVR 125 offers.

Features:

Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) Per Channel: 55 Watts per channel at <0.07% THD, 20Hz - 20kHz, both channels driven into 8 ohms

Five-Channel Surround Modes, Power Per Individual Channel: Front L & R Channels--45 Watts per channel at <0.07% THD, 20Hz - 20kHz, all channels driven into 8 ohms; Center Channel--45 Watts at <0.07% THD, 20Hz - 20kHz, all channels driven into 8 ohms; Surround Channels--45 Watts per channel at <0.07% THD, 20Hz - 20kHz, all channels driven into 8 ohms

Input Sensitivity/Impedance Linear (High-Level): 200mV/47k Ohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A): 95dB

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation: Analog Source Decoding--45dB; Dolby Digital--55dB; DTS--55dB

Frequency Response at 1W (+0dB,-3dB): 10Hz - 100kHz

High Instantaneous Current Capability (HCC): ±25 Amps

Transient Intermodulation Distortion (TIM): Unmeasurable

Slew Rate: 40V/µsec

FM Tuner Frequency Range: 87.5 - 108.0MHz

Usable Sensitivity: IHF 1.3µV/13.2dBf

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Mono/Stereo): 70/68dB

Distortion (Mono/Stereo): 0.2/0.3%

Stereo Separation: 40dB at 1kHz

Selectivity: ±400kHz, 70dB

Image Rejection: 80dB

IF Rejection: 90dB

AM Tuner Frequency Range: 520 - 1720kHz

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 45dB

Usable Sensitivity: Loop 500µV

Distortion: 1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%

Selectivity: ±10kHz, 30dB

Television Format: NTSC

Video Input Level/Impedance: 1Vp-p/75 Ohms

Video Output Level/Impedance: 1Vp-p/75 Ohms

Video Frequency Response: 10Hz - 8MHz (-3dB)

Power Requirement: AC 120V/60Hz

Power Consumption: 68W idle, 540W maximum (2 channels driven)

Dimensions (H x W x D): 6.6" x 17.3" x 15.4" (168 mm x 440 mm x 390 mm)

Product Description:
The AVR 125 delivers classic Harman Kardon performance in an affordable, feature-filled package. In addition to Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS surround decoding, the AVR 125 has Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 and VMAx decoding. The AVR 125's output power of 45 Watts per channel in surround mode backed up by a high-current capability of Â±25 amps can make your living room sound and feel just like a movie theater. For analog fans, an all-new Stereo bypass mode uses a fully analog path from source to output stage that preserves all of the subtleties of the original recording. And setup is simpler than ever with color-coded rear-panel connections that conform to the CEA standard.

Harman Kardon AVR 125 Dolby Digital Receiver

Average customer rating:

Good quality inexpensive receiver
Excellent AV Receiver!
Be careful what you wish for
Get familiar with HK, you will love it.
Harman/Kardon AVR-125

Harman Kardon AVR 125 Dolby Digital Receiver

Manufacturer: Harman Kardon
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

High-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier
Processes Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II, Logic 7 and VMAx
Six digital inputs, two digital outputs
192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters
Includes programmable remote control

ASIN: B000066R5S

Product Description

The AVR 125 delivers classic Harman Kardon performance in an affordable, feature-filled package. In addition to Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS surround decoding, the AVR 125 has Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 and VMAx decoding. The AVR 125's output power of 45 Watts per channel in surround mode backed up by a high-current capability of ?25 amps can make your living room sound and feel just like a movie theater. For analog fans, an all-new Stereo bypass mode uses a fully analog path from source to output stage that preserves all of the subtleties of the original recording. And setup is simpler than ever with color-coded rear-panel connections that conform to the CEA standard.

Customer Reviews:

Good quality inexpensive receiver.......2004-04-04

The HK AVR 125 isn't a world class piece of stereo equipment. What it is is a very competent performer at its price level. It was Harman Kardon's entry level A/V receiver in their line from 2001-2003. I'd originally bought mine as a temporary fix, thinking I'd relegate it to a backroom or a family member after I upgraded.

There are two postive comments to be made about it. First it contains a fairly advanced DAC for it's class [DACs translate cd bits into music]. Not bad for an entry level product. Secondly it shares, along with most HK receivers the fact that it's amplifier is made of discrete electronics unlike the particle board assemblies that other products in its price class contain.

One big negative: The HK receiver line is ugly. Extremely ugly. Cheap looking with some exterior clear plastic molds that don't help, whoever designed the line's looks should go back to the drawing board.

All in all I'm satisfied with the HK AVR-125. It's not cutting edge but it's amp section is good enough that I'm not worried about upgrading until after I purchase a very good universal player.

Excellent AV Receiver!.......2004-02-29

My first receiver was an Aiwa AV-D55 stereo receiver. It was pretty good but the volume knob stopped responding: If I turned it down at the unit it would go up. The only thing that works on it is a remote. So I bought the Harman Kardon AVR 125. I was immediately impressed with the clarity and while it didn't produce the same bass as my other unit it produced better sound. I could see where adding a subwoofer is a good idea at this point. The Aiwa was much cheaper. Only $$ compared to $$. But I've been very pleased with the features of this model. It does everything I need it to do and has every input/output connection I need. This unit also doesn't have sound fields like rock, jazz, or whatever. It's just a very nice to the point receiver. So far this is the best receiver I've ever owned. The Aiwa sounded muddy by comparison. It had a t-bass tri-level setting which is handy if you don't own a subwoofer. But I've never missed it. And I know that once I add the subwoofer this system is going to be even more amazing. I use JBL speakers and it's very crisp and clear.

Be careful what you wish for.......2004-02-24

Like so many of us out there who have just bought a new projection HDTV, its time to upgrade the old stereo to an audio visual receiver. I had always heard H/K was good stuff, so I bought this H/K unit because of the controls configuration and the features. I am replacing a 21 year old Onkyo receiver that still works great but doesnt accomodate 5.1 etc. My Onkyo is 45 watts per channel (last of the analog dials made) and the H/K is aprx. the same rating. With tearful unceartantity and that new car smell anxiety I set aside my Onkyo and hooked up my new H/K. The display lit up and it looked better in my house than at the store (you know the feeling). When I turned up the volume I got no sound from the TV or DVD input so I swithed to am/fm and got some "fuzzy music". I only hooked up 2 speakers (JBL 3way 15" woof.) but I tried every mathematically possible wiring configuration that an electrical engineer could conceive and I could not get this unit to get louder than a FIFTH! of what my Onkyo would do ; and the clarity was not as good. So I took back the unit to the store and they hooked it up and what I heard at home was the same thing that we heard at the store. The store people said that the unit is working properly and I should be looking for a 110 amp+ per channel unit to match the performance of my old Onkyo.

I am not deaf and when my wife cannot carry on a normal conversation with me she turns down the volume, she never objected to the H/K untill it was at full blast. Simply put: this unit has no nads.

I have remedied the situation. The store cheerfully took the H/K back and I hooked my Onkyo back up. I ran Y-cables out of the back of my DVD and split the audio between my TV and my Onkyo. I ran my "TV out" leads to my Onkyos' other tape monitor in. I now have 4 floor standing 3-way speakers that sound better than anything at the audio store that is under $1000.00. And it is easy for my wife to use!

I am not H/K bashing here as it is a very beatiful unit. I think that the display is the most attractive on the market. There are a couple of good uses for the H/K thogh. It would be ideal for a powder room or a closet. Or; like they used to do with those beatiful color TV consoles that our grandparents had -- turn that beutiful display into a fishtank (saltwater would blend nicely with the orange letters). Hope this helped.

Get familiar with HK, you will love it........2003-05-28

I sell audio equipment to mainly people who are just starting out with home theater, and I have to say, I am most impressed, and get the most positive feedback, with HK then with any other brand. For those of you doing research for your first surround sound system, you're definitely looking for two things.
1. Something that sounds great.
2. Something that's easy to use.
HK absolutely does both.
What makes HK sound great? First, don't be scared of the 45-watt power rating per channel. HK is rated by not just the center channel, but ALL the channels. This means rear channels that are dynamic and can hold their own, not blown away by the center/front channel. Second, HK gives you crisp clear sound at any pitch. Don't get me wrong, it's not going to make your Jensen's sound like a Bose system, but team it up with something like Bose, Infinity, JBL, and Polk to name a few and you will not be displeased. Throw in a THD at .07% that can hang with any other brand to boot. Third, is power on demand. Yeah, let's say you're watching a Bond chase scene and there's an explosion. Would you rather it sound like, "hmm I think something caught fire" or "OH GOD, GET UNDER THE DESK HUN, THE HOUSE IS GONNA COLLAPSE ON US"? The latter is closer to what you get with power on demand (ok so maybe I exaggerated).
Is HK easy to use? OK, if you're taking home your first receiver these days, they're ALL going to look intimidating. But with the HK, it is extremely easy to switch between surround modes and video sources both with the remote and on the unit. You can customize which inputs go with which digital sources. Lets face it, if you've never owned a receiver, you're going to have to educate yourself a little bit. But, HK's on screen menu makes these advanced settings as painless as possible. Also, if you opt for the 2,3, or 5 series, there's an EZ set button on your remote, that automatically adjusts the speakers to where you're sitting in the room.
In short, I believe about 95% of all receiver customers are HK customers. All there is to decide is if you're a 1,2,3 or 5 series customer. Maybe even check out the 2001 or 7200.

Harman/Kardon AVR-125.......2003-01-18

Great Reciever, has great sound quality, Totally Digital Controls, i have considered JVC, Onkyo, and Technics, But this sounded the BEST out of the bunch, has Harman/Kardon's EXCLUSIVE LOGIC-7, makes it sound like you have 7 speakers. Very high qualiy, and well built, and great sound quality.

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