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This unit replaced a much more expensive ampliflier that finally lost the center channel for my Bose bass + 3 cube speaker system; the sound is just teriffic. By the way, it gets the signal (both the CDs in the server, and the Internet radio stations) through a wireless Sonos system, and amplifies it without distortion that I can hear, as much as you would want, with clarity across the range. I'm not an audiophile, and besides, my wife can't stand me really blasting the volume. I don't know how it would sound in a very large room with very expensive speakers, but it sounds great in our den.
I suggest you download the instructions and read them ahead of time so you can get all the cables you need. It was easy to use, and setup per the instructions. Also the connections are laid out nicely compared to other receivers. Can't go wrong with this receiver for your AV system. Looks great, doesn't break the bank, and has all the features you need. Sounds great even through an unpowered sub woofer.
Sound quality is poor to bad. Manual is a joke. I am back to Sony next time. This unit is difficult to set up. Auto config for speakers does not work. I would not buy another Onkyo product.
I can't begin to describe the difference between listening to the tiny TV speakers vs. I contacted Onkyo's live tech support via telephone and that was very helpful. For most TV programming the 2 bookshelf speaker system is more than adequate. And that one problem was my lack of understanding on how to set up a surround sound speaker system.
If you're looking for an outstanding receiver at a very fair price, I highly recommend the Onkyo TX-SR304B. However, in my opinion, if you simply hook up two traditional quality bookshelf speakers to the Onkyo receiver, as opposed to a surround sound speaker system, you will be very happy. The surround sound system also makes a difference when playing DVDs. We're using one Onkyo in our living room and one in the bedroom to enhance the sound from our new HD Samsung TVs. [1] The dark black receiver looks great.[2] The audio experience brings a new dimension to the HD experience. It helped me set up both systems with only one minor problem. It's nice to know you can call them up with any questions.One of our HD systems has the traditional 2 bookshelf speakers and the other one is a Polk Audio surround sound system.
At the very least, the audio experience is far better than listening via the TV's speakers.I've always read about Onkyo's quality and this is the first time I experienced it myself. We actually purchased 2 Onkyo TX-SR304B receivers about three weeks ago from Amazon at a surprisingly good price. the sound coming out of true audio speakers.[3] The connectors in the back are plentiful and color coded so that part of the process was relatively easy.[4] Although it isn't great, the Onkyo user manual is actually better than I expected. However, with Verizon FIOS HD programming, there are a couple of HD channels that broadcast concerts in surround sound and that's where the Polk Audio speakers [relatively inexpensive @ $400 for the entire system] truly shine.
I have yet to install this item. Will get back to you as soon as I do
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