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Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver

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★★★★☆
4.5

based on 27 reviews  

from $249.00 - $305.99

 

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★★★★☆
4.3
175x175
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Pros

  • Great sound quality (10)
  • Accurate controls (8)
  • Good power output (8)
  • Durable (4)
  • Easy setup (4)
  • 3 hdmi inputs (1)
  • Elegant (1)
  • Ipod compatible (1)
  • Simple / intuitive controls (1)
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Cons

  • Difficult to set up (3)
  • Complex setup (1)
  • Instructions not clear (1)
  • Need more than hdmi cords (1)
  • No input naming (1)
  • No input on off (1)

Best Uses

  • Home theater (9)
  • Large rooms (7)
  • Smaller rooms / apartments (7)
  • Basic systems (6)
  • Audiophiles (1)
 
 
 

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This 5.1-channel A/V receiver features 9 advanced surround modes and a host of inputs and outputs for ensured connectivity so you can turn your home theater system into a truly integrated entertainment center.

Specification Description
Model VSK819HK, VSX-819H-K, VSX819HK
UPC 012562946702
Channels 5.1
Radio Frequencies AM FM and Sirius or XM Option
Radio Station Programmable Memories (Presets) 30
Type of Receiver Stereo
Watts per channel 110

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Last update: Nov 9, 2009

Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Great receiver, especially at this price

"The speaker calibration was easy to set up, once I figured out how to get the onscreen display to work. Apperently, the receiver setup menu doesn't work with HDMI so you have to hook up an additional out to the TV. Also, I couldn't get the sound to work on my TV through the HDMI cable. The HDMI pass through feature must have some bugs. It's not a big deal though, because it sounds great through the surround s..." Read Full Review »

Sep 14, 2009 by Huskershoe

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Cheaply built

"Poor bass with a subwoofer,FM receiver cuts out brouhgt it back 4 times before finding out that it has a very cheap digital tuner.This is a piece of gabage.Traded it for a Yamaha - 525W 5.1-Ch. A/V Home Theater Receiver it was only $30 more but compared to the pioneer it should have been $500 more.The Yamaha is great!Get that instead of this!..." Read Full Review »

Jun 28, 2009 by JimmyBoy763

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver Review

Great Product!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • 3 HDMI Inputs
  • Clean Sound
  • Ipodiphone Input

    Cons

  • Difficult To Set Up
  • No input naming
  • No input on off

    Best Uses

  • Home Theater
 

"You get a lot for your dollar with this receiver. I've always been a fan of Pioneer. Great sound, multi-zone control, ipod/iphone integration. Overall, it meets my needs and then some.



A few nits:



- This receiver has so many inputs, but I'm only using 3 or 4 of them. I wish I could turn off t …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 5 2009
T-Squared
Chicago, IL
Verified Buyer
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Reviewed at:
Price: $265.00
 
 

Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver Review

Great receiver - good price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clean Sound
  • Good Power

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"5.1 receiver in living room for Blue Ray discs. Handles newest sound formats. Good receiver for the money. "

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Nov 9 2009
greg8354
Dallas, tx
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  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $265.00
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver Review

Works great, no complaints

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Can't say I'm an audiophile. I was looking for a competent and inexpensive system to power the in-wall speakers that came with my new house. Not knowing anything about the speakers, and not willing to get a ladder to get up to them to check them out more (it's a vaulted ceiling, and they are up high …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 18 2009
Ender
West Jordan, UT
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  • Practical
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Price: $265.00
 
 

Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver Review

Perfection on Demand

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound
  • Durable
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Easy to Use Controls
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Home Theater
  • Larger Rooms
  • Smaller Rooms
 

"I have CDs that present orchestras first recorded on 78, but no matter what I play the sound from this Pioneer product is outstanding. I have a DVD and VCR connected and both the sound and video are exceptional. This is great for the perfectionist who wants great sound and video. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 19 2009
Briano
Semour, CT
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I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Movie Enthusiast
  • Professional
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $249.00
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Pioneer VSX819HK 110 Watt 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver Review

Great receiver, especially at this price

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Controls
  • Clean Sound

    Cons

  • Need more than HDMI cords

    Best Uses

  • Basic Systems
  • Home Theater
 

"The speaker calibration was easy to set up, once I figured out how to get the onscreen display to work. Apperently, the receiver setup menu doesn't work with HDMI so you have to hook up an additional out to the TV. Also, I couldn't get the sound to work on my TV through the HDMI cable. The HDMI p …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 14 2009
Huskershoe
Nebraska
Verified Buyer
I am:
  • Audiophile
  • Movie Enthusiast
  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $265.00
 
 
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