PIONEER VSX-D514 Multi-Channel Digital A/V Receiver Black

PIONEER VSX-D514 Multi-Channel Digital A/V Receiver Black

Product Description
Product Description:
Isn't it time you got more out of movies and music? The versatile VSX-D514-K powers six channels with 100 watts and features advanced surround processing, with DTS, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding. Component Video Switching provides a connection for DVD players and even high-definition TV tuners, providing convenient control through the receiver without any degradation in picture quality. The VSX-D514-K's sophisticated, heavy-duty construction utilizes one compact circuit board for all digital signal processing, for exceptional purity. It also features a high-end 192kHz/24-bit D-A converter (DAC) and a double-precision Motorola 48-bit DSP engine that's used in top theaters worldwide. The VSX-D514-K is ready for DVD-Audio and SACD next-gen audio, and provides the convenience of Quick Setup and a remote that also controls other Pioneer "SR" equipment.

Pioneer VSX-516-K 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver, Black
Average customer rating:

Easy and it works

Handles the Sound End

Best $100 ever spent.

Great for the price

Entry-Level Receiver

Pioneer VSX-516-K 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver, Black

Manufacturer: Pioneer
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

7.1-channel A/V home theater receiver with 700 watts (100 watts x 7) total power

DTS-ES Discrete, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital EX, and Pro Logic IIx decoders

9 advanced surround modes; Sound Retriever brings CD-quality audio to compressed files

3 digital audio inputs (2 coaxial, 1 optical); 2 component video inputs; 5.1-channel input

Includes remote control; measures 16.56 x 6.25 x 13.88 inches (W x H x D); 2-year warranty

ASIN: B000EYFGDI

Amazon.com Product Description

Designed for a small to medium-sized home theater, the Pioneer VSX-516-K delivers robust surround sound to a full-blown 7.1 speaker array, giving your movie soundtracks the rich audio they deserve. The receiver is built around Pioneer's exclusive Hybrid Amplifier design, which drives 100 watts of power into each of its seven channels. Pioneer receivers also include such defining attributes as a digital signal processing (DSP) technique called Sound Retriever, which brings CD-quality audio to compressed formats; nine advanced surround modes; and a high-quality 192 kHz, 24-bit digital-to-analog converter that allows CDs and other audio sources to reach their full potential.

Movie buffs will dig the VSX-516-K's multiple surround decoders, which include DTS-ES Discrete, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital EX, and Dolby Pro Logic IIx. In addition, you don't need to buy a full 7.1 speaker setup to use the VSX-516-K out of the box. Not only does it support 5.1 and 6.1 systems, but you can also use the two surround-back amplifiers to drive the main front left and right speakers, giving you an extra 200 watts up front. It's the perfect setup for music and movie fans who want a combination of power and versatility.

The VSX-516-K also includes a number of audio extras, including a dialogue enhancement function, a midnight listening mode that suppresses the volume during particularly loud passages (ideal for households with kids), an AM/FM tuner, and a virtual surround back mode that makes it sound as though you own rear surround speakers even when you don't.

With a bevy of digital and analog inputs, the VSX-516-K can accommodate a ton of digital sources, such as DVD players, CD players, video game consoles, digital satellite receivers, and more. The rear panel options include three digital inputs (two coaxial and one optical), two component video inputs and one outputs, three composite inputs and one output, a 5.1-channel input, and a subwoofer preamp output.

The receiver measures 16.56 by 6.25 by 13.88 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a two-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
VSX-516-K receiver, remote control, AM and FM antennas, user's manual.

Product Description

The VSX-516-K is a high-powered receiver ideal for users in the beginning stages of creating a home theater. With Dolby Digital EX, ProLogic IIx, DTS-ES Surround Sound decoding for a 7.1 surround speaker array, it is a great value. It includes Surround EX technology to up-convert 5.1 source material for a 7.1 surround sound configuration. Large speaker terminal for easy connectivity and expandability Dimensions (WxHxD) - 16-9/16 x 6-1/4 x 13-7/8 inches (420 x 158 x 352.5mm) / Weight 19 lbs 13 oz (9.0 kg)

Customer Reviews:

Easy and it works.......2007-05-12

Easy to set up, anyway you want. First I did it with 3 speakers, now it is hooked up to 5. It was simple to reprogram the surround sound from 3 to 5 speakers.

Handles the Sound End.......2007-02-15

This entry level A/V receiver does a fine job of powering my home theater 7.1 speaker setup. It has ample power to make the Infinity Primus Theater Pack(5.0) plus Primus 360 fronts and Sony SA-W700 subwoofer sing. No apparent distortion at any sound level I can bear! Only minus on speaker set-up is that all "small" speakers must share same crossover point to subwoofer. Has one digital input with a multitude of sound effects. Handles digital input decoding automatically and well. Also has 5.1 analog inputs for SACD. All-in-all a lot of bang for the buck!

Best $100 ever spent........2007-01-16

This is a great little receiver. At the price I paid it's untouchable. I wasn't even planning on buying a receiver but for the price I paid plus a $20 gift card, I couldn't resist. Besides, it wouldn't hurt to upgrade the older Sony I was using that was relying on my DVD player's DD and DTS decoding. I was reluctant because I had not done any research but I figured dirt cheap entry level cira 2006 had to be better than dirt cheap circa 2000.

After having tried it out, I'd have to agree with the few professional reviews I could fine. One reviewer said if you didn't need all the bells and whistles of this reciever's older sibling the VSX-816, this one was sonically just as good minus 10 extra watts per channel. CNet said the 816 was a much better value, but they weren't taking into account how much I had paid. They said the 816 was an excellent value. And The Perfect Vision named the 816 as part of their budget system of the year. They said, "This receiver sounds good and works well, meaning it's nothing like typically wimpy-sounding budget AVR's." So if what the reviewers were hearing was anything like what I'm getting from my 516, I think I made a sound investment.

As for the sound, it is noticably clearer than my old receiver. It certainly has much more updated features than my older receiver including Componenet switching and 7.1 surround. It does not, however, have s-video switching, but I was using an outboard switcher for lack of switching on my old receiver anyway.

If I were paying full price, I would definitely pay the extra $100 and go for the 816. But then actually, I wouldn't have bought anything because, as I said, it wasn't actually in the plans. I'm glad I got the deal though. I'm very pleased with my purchase.

Great for the price.......2007-01-10

If you aren't looking to spend a lot, this is a great deal. Sounds great; and where can you find 7.1 receiver for $170??? Plus I got $30 off for signing up for the Amazon credit card.... so I got it for $140, which is less than what I payed for the older generation 5.1 Pioneer I used to have!

Entry-Level Receiver.......2007-01-06

For the price its the best deal in town. Lots of setup options, lots! It is an excellent work of art.

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