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(More customer reviews)I recently purchased this SC-05 by Pioneer Elite.This new AVR replaced a Sony unit that was 10-12 years old.My reasoning for upgrading was to have an up to date unit capable of video switching today's HD video sources, converting playing the most current HD audio codecs such as DTS-MA and True HD.In the past year I had bought an HDTV (Sammy 1080p) and a PS3, so my existing AVR w/ only Dolby Digital and no HD video capabilities became quickly outdated.
I had looked at many different models, and was critically considering the Onkyo 806, Denon 3808, Sony ES and Pioneer.I had heard the Onkyo's run very hot and that the current 806 was not living up to the expectations set by the prior 805.The Denon 3808 is receiving many solid reviews but some criticisms were in regards to sound quality and ease of use.The Sony's were still not yet readily available nor reviewed and the previous Sony ES models had not gotten very positive feedback.
Then I listened to both the 3808 and SC-05 at my local BB-Magnolia store.The SC-05 really blew me away, both in SQ and asthetics.
I began researching the SC-05 extensively and found the following thread at AVS Forums maintained by CHP_VR, exceptionally useful.
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After careful consideration I purchased the SC-05 and with its MCACC capabilities my home theater has been revitalized.It has made my B&W 602 S2 speakers come alive.It works very well with my TV and PS3 as well as my D* STB, legacy SD-DVD player and Wii.The SC-05 does all my switching and upconverts my non-HD sources to 1080p.While my TV was doing this previously, the SC-05 is more convenient for switching inputs and sources.The SQ is phenominal.
Other cool features are Home Media integration, internet radio and Neural THX radio.
I definitely recommend this AVR...the price is hefty, but worth it.
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Product Description:
Experience seeing and hearing like never before in the Pioneer® Elite® SC-05 A/V Receiver with a newly redesigned Direct Energy HD 7.1 Channel Amplifier that delivers unprecedented sound in entirely new ways. Supported by Pioneer's legacy sound-tuning technology, the SC-05 was designed from the ground up to produce a 3-dimensional aural experience unlike any other. Transporting you to an entirely new world of home entertainment, the SC-05 offers a listening experience that takes you to a whole new level of high-resolution, multi-channel surround sound.Surrender your heart to one of the first Pioneer Elite models crafted with ICEpower® Analog Class D Amplification technology. When paired with an Elite BDP-05FD Blu-ray Disc® player, enjoy the benefits of PQLS Jitter-free audio for CD playback. Prepare yourself for a new graphical user interface (GUI), On-Screen display and Home Media Gallery with photo viewing capability.Watch all your dreams come true as the SC-05 takes full command of your high-definition home theater, delivering audio and video to your living room in a whole new way. Designed with some of the most innovative technology available today, including Advanced Sound Retriever, Front Stage Surround Advance and superior sound quality from both Neural-THX® Surround and THX® Loudness Plus audio decoders-this is a universe capable of delivering unprecedented levels of joy.Forever change the way you think about sound with an audio performance that incorporates an AIR StudiosTM Monitor and THX® Select2 Plus Certified, along with Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital® Plus, DTS-HD® Master Audio, full-band Phase Control, and a Freescale® DSP engine.Experience the thrill of the new Pioneer Elite SC-05. Completely re-engineered for today's high-definition world. It's a world of sights and sounds more wonderful than anything you have ever seen, heard or felt before.
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