Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K 7-Channel A/V Receiver

The Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K is the top AV receiver in the popular sub-$500 segment because it packs excellent sound quality and a terrific feature set fo...read more

The Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K is the top AV receiver in the popular sub-$500 segment because it packs excellent sound quality and a terrific feature set for the price. It boasts a graphical user interface (GUI) that makes it easy to setup and control the receiver, and includes an iPod cable that connects your iPod/iPhone to the receiver’s front USB port. When you plug in your iPod or iPhone, the GUI pops up, letting you navigate your music collection using the receiver’s controls. With so many consumers owning an iPod or iPhone, this is an excellent feature that’s not found in other midrange receivers.

As noted earlier, this receiver is very easy to setup. Pioneer’s automatic speaker system lets you quickly and easily calibrate the system for optimal performance using the included microphone. It works quite well, and most users won’t feel the need to make any other adjustments. After calibration, this receiver’s sound quality really shines, and it handles TV, movies, and music very well. This receiver is packed with 4 HDMI inputs, which is plenty for most users. It supports analog upconversion to 1080p and offers great video performance for the price. This receiver also boasts multiroom capability with support for two zones. Overall, the Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K is a top-notch midrange receiver that beats out the competition in terms of audio performance, video performance and features.
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This feature-packed AV receiver delivers a ton of bang for the buck, making it the top midrange receiver overall. The Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K featur...read more

This feature-packed AV receiver delivers a ton of bang for the buck, making it the top midrange receiver overall. The Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K features excellent sound quality, outperforming other midrange receivers in this regard. It also has many great features that separate it from other receivers in this price range. Most notably, it boasts a graphical user interface (GUI) that makes it easy to setup and control the receiver, and includes an iPod cable that connects your iPod/iPhone to the receiver’s front USB port. When you plug in your iPod or iPhone, the GUI pops up, letting you navigate your music collection using the receiver’s controls. With so many consumers owning an iPod or iPhone, this is an excellent feature that’s not found in other midrange receivers.

As noted earlier, this receiver is very easy to setup. Pioneer’s automatic speaker system lets you quickly and easily calibrate the system for optimal performance using the included microphone. It works quite well, and most users won’t feel the need to make any other adjustments. After calibration, this receiver’s sound quality really shines, and it handles TV, movies, and music very well. This receiver is packed with 4 HDMI inputs, which is plenty for most users. It supports analog upconversion to 1080p and offers great video performance for the price. This receiver also boasts multiroom capability with support for two zones. Overall, the Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K is a top-notch midrange receiver that beats out the competition in terms of audio performance, video performance and features.
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