Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver

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★★★★☆
4.3

Pros

  • Great sound quality (32)
  • Accurate controls (30)
  • Good power output (30)
  • Easy setup (25)
  • Durable (20)
  • Good fm reception (1)
  • Integrates (1)
  • Xm works awesome (1)
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  • Common sense required (1)
  • Component failure (1)
  • Difficult to set up (1)
  • Heavy / bulky (1)
  • Limited functions (1)
  • Overly complex instructio (1)

Best Uses

  • Basic systems (29)
  • Large rooms (16)
  • Smaller rooms / apartments (14)
  • Home theater (11)
  • Audiophiles (8)
  • Play for long periods (1)
 
 
 

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Powered Zone 2
By dedicating a pair of channels on receivers with this capability, you don’t need an external amplifier to enjoy an independent stereo audio source in a remote room. For example, on higher-end models this allows for a full 5.1 channel movie to be enjoyed in the home theater, while simultaneously sending a song from a CD (or other source) to speakers in another room.

WRAT
Imagine turning up the volume and filling your entertainment room with noise-free, impressively powerful, true-to-life sound. That's the benefit of Wide Range Amplifier Technology. Originally developed for our most expensive high-end amplifiers to handle the sonic demands of today's digital age, you'll now find WRAT even in our lowest-priced A/V receivers. The WRAT family of technologies includes a broader frequency range with lower noise entering the signal path – perfectly suited for new high resolution DVD-Audio and SACD formats.

XM Ready
XM has introduced exciting new products called the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock which replaces the Connect-and-Play antenna. The XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock work with any XM-Ready product — plus the Mini-Tuner enables subscribers to easily move a single subscription from one product to another.

Sirius Ready
SIRIUS brings access to over 130 digital-quality channels, including 69 channels of 100% commercial-free music, plus exclusive channels of sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic, weather and data. This model has a SIRIUS jack on its rear that connects to an optional SIRIUSConnect home tuner kit.

RI
With Onkyo’s exclusive RI (Remote Interactive) system capability, you can integrate and operate all compatible components through a single remote control. What’s more, RI capability enables you to simply connect the iPod® to your receiver through Onkyo’s RI Dock for the iPod (DS-A1). Your iPod effectively becomes another Onkyo component from which you can relish a fuller sound that just can’t be experienced through headphones. RI capability will also give you remote operability of your iPod for hands-off control over your digital music.

Specification Description
Model TX-8555, TX8555
UPC 751398008313
AC Outlets 2
AC Outlets Switched
Analog Audio (3) Rear Output
Analog Audio (6) Rear Input
Analog Audio / Video (2) Rear Input
Analog Audio / Video (2) Rear Output
Audio Inputs 3
Channels 2
Color Black
Depth (Inches) 13.4
Frequency Response 10Hz-100kHz
Headphone Jack Front Input
Height (Inches) 5.9
Phono Rear Input
Radio Frequencies AM FM and Sirius or XM Option
Radio Station Programmable Memories (Presets) 40
Remote Control Included
Satellite Radio Sirius Satellite Radio Ready
Satellite Radio XM Radio Ready
Speaker Switching A+B
Speaker Switching A/B
Stereo Power Rating 100 Watts x 2
Tuner AM
Tuner FM
Tuner Sirius Satellite Radio Ready
Tuner XM Radio Ready
Type of Receiver Stereo
Video Inputs 2
Watts per channel 100
Weight (Pounds) 18.7
Width (Inches) 17.1

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Last update: Nov 17, 2009

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★★
5.0
Rock Solid Onkyo....as usual

"This receiver should really be an integrated amplifier. The tuner has no negative effect on the sound quality when listening to cd/dvd....which is stellar for the money. Binding posts are a step up from the spring-loaded clips on other mass-market receivers. The pre-out makes it easy to go to external power amps in the future, thereby using the receiver as a pre-amp/tuner. The Direct and Pure Audio modes pro..." Read Full Review »

Jan 27, 2009 by LV426

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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

It is a mixed bag but mostly to the good

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • Difficult To Set Up

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
 

"Its been awhile since I've purchased an audio system and am not interested in home theatre. This receiver has lovely sound...a quantum leap from my old Harmon Kardon. It has many functions and capacities beyond simple playback. I haven't sorted it all out yet. The remote and instruction manual are n …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 9 2009
kite
portland, or
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $294.00
 
 

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

Very Satisfied

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • Common sense required

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"I bought this receiver for the features it offers: xm/sirius readiness, ipod dock ready, second room speakers capability and multiple devices input(7 or 8). So far, I got more than I bargained for and with a very affordable price. Now I am on the market for a qood quality speakers and sub other than …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 10 2009
Delmusic68
Elizabeth, NJ
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  • Practical
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Price: $294.00
 
 

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
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Sep 15 2009
zanypoet
Richmond, VA
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $294.00
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

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
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Mar 19 2009
Vader G
Mechanicsville, VA
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  • Musically Inclined
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $294.00
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Onkyo TX-8555 Stereo Receiver Review

Rock Solid Onkyo....as usual

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Larger Rooms
 

"This receiver should really be an integrated amplifier. The tuner has no negative effect on the sound quality when listening to cd/dvd....which is stellar for the money. Binding posts are a step up from the spring-loaded clips on other mass-market receivers. The pre-out makes it easy to go to ext …"  Read Full Review »

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Jan 27 2009
LV426
West Valley City, UT
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Musically Inclined
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $300.00
 
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