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Top rated audio component receivers

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  1. Best overall

    Denon AVR-S970H 7.2-Channel 8K AV Receiver

    4.6/5 $650-$700

    Offers excellent sound quality, 8K support, and HEOS multi-room streaming, making it a top choice for home theaters.

    • 8K HDMI 2.1 inputs
    • Great sound quality
    • HEOS multi-room audio
    • No on-screen setup assistant
  2. Best value

    Yamaha RX-V6A 7.2-Channel AV Receiver

    4.5/5 $550-$600

    Delivers robust performance with Dolby Atmos, MusicCast, and solid gaming features for the price.

    • MusicCast multi-room support
    • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
    • Great for gaming
    • Lacks analog video conversion
  3. Best for music

    Sony STR-DN1080 7.2-Channel AV Receiver

    4.4/5 $500-$550

    Renowned for its clear and detailed sound, with built-in Chromecast and Spotify Connect.

    • Excellent sound quality for music
    • Phono input
    • Supports Dolby Atmos
    • No multi-zone HMDI output
  4. Best budget 8K

    Onkyo TX-NR6100 7.2-Channel AV Receiver

    4.3/5 $450-$500

    Features 8K/40Gbps HDMI and Dirac Live-ready room correction at an affordable price.

    • 8K HDMI 2.1 inputs
    • Dirac Live upgradeable
    • Good value
    • No built-in phono input
  5. Best audiophile choice

    Marantz SR5015 7.2-Channel AV Receiver

    4.5/5 $800-$900

    Premium components and warm sound signature, with HEOS multi-room and Audyssey MultEQ XT32.

    • High-quality DACs
    • Audyssey MultEQ XT32
    • Solid build
    • Expensive
    • No front HDMI input
  6. Best for large rooms

    Pioneer VSX-LX305 9.2-Channel AV Receiver

    4.4/5 $900-$1000

    Powerful 9.2-channel receiver with Dirac Live, IMAX Enhanced, and advanced networking.

    • Dirac Live room correction
    • 9.2 channels for 5.2.4
    • IMAX Enhanced
    • Complex setup
  7. Best for cinema

    Yamaha RX-A2A 7.2-Channel AV Receiver

    4.5/5 $600-$700

    Part of the Aventage series, offering superior sound imaging and MusicCast streaming.

    • Aventage quality
    • MusicCast
    • CINEMA DSP
    • No 8K passthrough

Buying advice

Consider the number of HDMI 2.1 inputs for gaming, room correction technology (e.g., Audyssey, Dirac) for sound optimization, and multi-room capabilities if you want whole-home audio. Also check for future-proof features like 8K support and eARC.

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