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Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver

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★★★★★
4.8

based on 30 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.3

$294.00 - $300.00

from 7 stores

Pros

  • Clean sound (29)
  • Accurate controls (27)
  • Good power (27)
  • Easy setup (24)
  • Durable (18)
  • Good fm reception (1)
  • Integrates (1)
  • Xm works awesome (1)
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Cons

  • Cant think of any (1)
  • Component failure (1)
  • Heavy (1)
  • Limited functions (1)
  • Overly complex instructio (1)

Best Uses

  • Basic systems (26)
  • Larger rooms (15)
  • Smaller rooms (12)
  • Home theater (10)
  • Audiophiles (8)
  • Play for long periods (1)
 
 
 

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Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver

BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.4

$294.00

5% off orders at Abt.com

$294.00

 
BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.2

$294.85

 

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Last update: Oct 19, 2009

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★★
5.0
great 2 channel receiver

"My Yamaha receiver from 1980's finally died and replaced it with this unit. I've used and listened to most all major brand at one time or another (Sony, Akai, Denon, Pioneer, Marantz, Sansui, Kenwood, JVC, Sherwood, & Carver.) Some were better than others although most all of them worked competently. Among them, Onkyo stands out as being most consistent in terms of build and sound quality, and durability. The..." Read Full Review »

Sep 15, 2009 by zanypoet

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Great Sound -- Broken Volume Control

"Great product in terms of sound quality, power consumption, ease of use. My main concern is the weak volume dial. It just stopped working at about six months. I don't have the time to go through the process of sending this in for a repair, I just needed it to work. I can still use the remote control to adjust the volume, so that is a plus. I did a search on the internet to see if other people were having si..." Read Full Review »

Sep 27, 2009 by bryan

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Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

A Great Receiver at an Even Better Price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"This unit powers two speakers in the living room and two speakers in the bedroom. I am impressed with the jpower and crystal clear output of the receiver and also the delicate control of the volume knob.One must taurn the knob several turns to gradually increase or decrease the volume. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Oct 19 2009
Rappy
Sullivan, Maine
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $300.00
 

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

great 2 channel receiver

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"My Yamaha receiver from 1980's finally died and replaced it with this unit. I've used and listened to most all major brand at one time or another (Sony, Akai, Denon, Pioneer, Marantz, Sansui, Kenwood, JVC, Sherwood, & Carver.) Some were better than others although most all of them worked competent …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Sep 15 2009
zanypoet
Richmond, VA
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $294.00
 
 

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

Great Sound -- Broken Volume Control

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Clean Sound
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • Component Failure

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Home Theater
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"Great product in terms of sound quality, power consumption, ease of use. My main concern is the weak volume dial. It just stopped working at about six months. I don't have the time to go through the process of sending this in for a repair, I just needed it to work. I can still use the remote con …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Sep 27 2009
bryan
San Jose, Ca
I am:
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
 

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

excellent 2 channel receiver

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"I've used a number of mass market receivers from various manufacturers over the years; many of them aren't around anymore. Onkyo soldiers on, continuing to manufacture solid components at affordable prices without sacrifing quality. If listening to music and not home theater is your primary focus, …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Sep 8 2009
zanypoet
Richmond, VA
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $300.00
 

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Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

The best receiver for the dollar!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"This receiver is simply the best you can get for the price. I am adding a pair of Bose 301's to this system to fill a large room and the sound quality is amazing! This is the perfect receiver for Bose speakers if you don't believe me just go to your local Bose store and look at the receiver they are …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Mar 19 2009
Vader G
Mechanicsville, VA
I am:
  • Musically Inclined
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $294.00
 
 
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Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver

BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.4

$294.00

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$294.00

 
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$294.85

 
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$299.99

 
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