Pioneer VSX-820-K Audio Video Receiver

Key Features are 110 watts X 5, Dolby True-HD / DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Pro-Logic IIz Height Channel Decoder, Auto MCACC with room EQ, Phase Control Auto Level Control – 2 Channel, Advanced Sound Retriever – 2 channel, iPod Digital USB / USB Memory Audio / OSD, Front A/V Inputs, Sirius Satellite Radio w/OSD, Bluetooth Ready w/ optional AS-BT100, HDMI Repeater (4 In / 1 out), Deep Color, x.v. color, Component Video Inputs (2 in / 1 out), Audio Inputs (6 in / 1out - includes Tuner), Audio/Video Inputs (4in / 1 out), Digital Inputs (3 - 1 coax / 2opt), Dolby PLIIz Pre-Out, Glossy Black Cosmetic, Preset Remote Control. read more..

Best Features

• "Works with iPhone" certification and front USB connectivity (cable included) provide iPod, touch
• Simple connectivity of high-performance HD video, HD audio, portable, internet, wireless
• The latest version of HDMI inputs and outputs provide more HD connectivity options with "future-proof" 3-D capability
• The latest Dolby Pro Logic Iiz as well as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD for an immersive audio experience
• High-Power Discrete Transistor (HPDT) multi-channel amplifiers and proprietary Pioneer room calibration technology

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Outstanding receiver! by William P. Dulmaine
After trying a Denon, and two Yamaha's, I finally hit gold with the Pioneer VSX-820.

This is a superb receiver in all regards. It produces clear crisp sound in all modes.

There are no lip synch issues at all when linked to my HDTV. I had terrible lip synch problems with the Denon. It has all the features I need and more and has an excellent remote that is both intuitive and comprehensive. I use my receiver for CD's, FM radio and my Samsung HDTV. I use DishNetwork for my TV programming.



The VSX series is Pioneer's newest and includes several models all the way up to the 1120.

However, when you read the specs, all these receivers have the same tuner and power plant. The higher the model number, the more numerous the features. But no increase in output.

That makes for an easier buying decision. You don't compromise power for features if you chose a mid range model like the 820 or 920. I noticed that the Denon and Yamaha receivers I tried were made in China. The Pioneers are made in Japan. I'll go with Japan for high quality electronics every time. Pioneer has hit a homerun with this new series of receivers.