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Folks in Japan are now able to buy the Kenwood RV-7000 AV receiver that comes equipped with an aluminum front panel, an HDMI 1.4a port with 3D support and the capability to hook up 6 speakers. This AV receiver is also perfect for watching movies and live performances since it supports Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Pro Logic IIz, DTS-HD Master Audio. The Kenwood RV-7000 AV receiver is priced at 55,650 Yen or around $678. [Kenwood]

Marantz has rolled out the new M-CR603 Network CD receiver, which features a built-in amplifier, a receiver, a CD player, an AM/FM radio and music streaming from Rhapsody, Pandora, and Napster. Measuring 12-inch x 12-inch, the Marantz M-CR603 also sports a USB port for connecting to an iPod. What’s more, it can also connect to a home network for streaming and multi-room distribution. Pricing info is still unavailable at this time, so stay tuned. [ChipChick]

Marantz’s Entry-level AV Receiver

by Johan on August 1, 2009 · 0 comments

Marantz's Entry-level AV Receiver

Marantz has entered the entry-level AV receiver market by releasing the NR1501. Priced at $600, the AV receiver comes with four HDMI inputs, onboard decoding for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, and analog video upconversion. The NR1501 also a bit smaller than most receivers. Sadly, there is no 7.1 analog inputs, multizone functionality, and satellite radio connections. [Crave]

Panasonic SA-BX500 AV Receiver

by Johan on September 4, 2008 · 2 comments

Panasonic SA-BX500 AV Receiver

Here is a new AV receiver from Panasonic. Dubbed as the Panasonic SA-BX500, the AV receiver feature a 7 x 130-Watt amplification, HDMI connectivity (3 inputs, 1 output), HDMI-CEC in VIERA Link form, and support for Dobly TrueHD and DTS-HD MA. The cool factor of this device is that it can simulate 7.1-channels of surround in 5.1-channel systems. The Panasonic SA-BX500 AV receiver will be released in October for $799. [MarketWatch]

Onkyo TX-SR606 AV Receiver

by Johan on April 22, 2008 · 0 comments

Onkyo TX-SR606 AV Receiver

Onkyo today announced the new AV Receiver, the TX-SR606, that features four HDMI inputs and 1080i upscaling. Key features of the Onkyo TX-SR606 are:

  • 7.1 channels, 90 watts per channel
  • Four HDMI 1.3 inputs
  • Onboard decoding for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
  • 1080i upconversion for analog signals
  • New “music optimizer” software that claims to improve the sound quality of MP3 sources
  • Powered second zone
  • Available in April with a list price of $580

The Onkyo TX-SR606 AV receiver retails for approx. $580. [CNetCrave]