How to Choose a Home Theater Brain: Dual 11 Most Complete Latest A/V Amplifier Selection Guide

In an instant, it will soon reach the double 11 and the basic drama industry has already completed the drama. The update of the update, the upgrade of the upgrade, the debut have been made. Xiaoyao also thinks it's time to write a full-scale home theater purchase article. Indeed, there was such ambition when it was originally conceived. An article included all cinema equipment. What to buy, what to buy, and what to recommend to valued friends.

The result was written and it was noticed that the amp article at the beginning was out of control. After a breath, it was already found to be more than 7,000 words. If we were to finish writing everything, it would be tens of thousands of words, and it would also be time-consuming. That's too late. Forget it, or first send out the amplifier chapter, so that everyone can find the target in the double 11 buy buy buy.

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The amplifier is the core/brain of the entire theater, and it is also the equipment with the highest technological content and the fastest update rate. Therefore, in line with the principle of “buying new, not buying old,” the basic purchase principle, one year, preferably six months, there should be an article on the latest model of power amplifier purchase.

In the area of ​​home theater amplifiers, Japanese companies have also spared no effort in product development and updating due to Japan’s advanced electronics industry. Plus moderate prices, rich product lines, stable quality, constantly adding the latest technology. Therefore, in the area of ​​mass consumption, Japanese power amplifier brands account for most of the market. Therefore, the recommendation of Xiao Shao in this article will also focus on Japanese brands.

As for the A/V amplifiers in Europe and the United States, Kasuga will offer more products worth buying/buying. As for those astronomical brands and products, you can refer to an old article of a small fire, which should not change much.



Overview:

The update cycle of Japanese A/V power amplifiers is generally one year (2-3 years for individual flagship models), and will add new technology/technical upgrades in the same year. So when value-added friends choose to buy power amplifiers, they usually encounter two generations of the same family. How do you choose this time? Looking at key technologies, if you say that the next-generation power amplifier technology update is not what you need, you can purchase the previous generation of products completely, with greater discounts. As for the older inventory products, the products of 2 years ago are not recommended for purchase.

Japanese A/V amplifier brand: Denon DENON/Marantz MARANTZ (actually one), Onkyo ONKYO/Pioneer PIONEER (also one), Yamaha YAMAHA


Marantz MARANTZ

The Marantz brand brief description: Marantz also had a long A/V amplifier product line, and everyone was also impressed by the brand's impression of Marantz. It was impossible to watch movies. Since being acquired by D&M Group (Dragon's parent company, which owns many audio brands), the product line has been adjusted and R&D has been integrated. At present, high-end front-to-back grades are formed in the domestic market, and there are only 4 types of product line layouts in the middle and low end, which complement the product lines of Tianlong.


Products Recommended:

High-end model: AV8802A – 11.2 channel cinema front stage



Marantz AV8802A positive

Suitable for: 30m2 and above independent video room. Need to install 7.1.4-channel panoramic sound, DTS:X, Auro3D cinema users. Music / concert lovers. Users who already have separate post amplifiers.

Marantz AV8802A on the back

Reasons for purchase: Japan's production, one of the three major Japanese flagship theater front-end models, best embodies the models of the company's technology R&D capabilities. To truly experience the unique sound of a brand, you have to choose the flagship predecessor. Its special feature is not only to watch movies, but also to listen to songs and see concerts. Foreign countries can also pay to upgrade to the Auro-3D version. The domestic Web page parameters can be upgraded, but it is still unknown whether this service can be provided.

Matters needing attention: In order to cooperate with the latter stage to sound, and a total of 11 channels of post amplifier can form the highest speaker layout of 7.1.4.


Mid-range model: SR5011 - 7.2-channel cinema amp



Marantz SR5010

Suitable for: small independent audio room, living room below 30 square meters.

Reasons to buy: A high-performance amplifier, in addition to the channel only 7.2 (Panorama and DTS: X only support 5.1.2), the basic functions can be thought of, there is no short-board model The price is also very modest. It also has a 7.2-channel preamp output that allows it to be connected to the rear amplifier for easy upgrade and more flexible use. The output of the previous stage belongs to the configuration that this price is relatively rare. The HDMI port 8 input and 2 output also belong to a very awesome configuration, which can meet the number of devices in most people's homes, and 2 outputs can connect TV and projection at the same time.

Note: The new model SR5011 does not seem to be significantly upgraded beyond the last year's model SR5010 except for supporting 5G networks.


Entry Model: NR1506 - 5.1-Channel Slim Cinema Amplifier


Marantz NR1506

Suitable for: 20 square meters living room, bedroom. The amplifiers have a particularly limited space for users. Wireless streaming music lovers.

Reasons to buy: The horse has a more characteristic entry-level amplifier and a slim body shape that can be better hidden in the home environment. The 5.1-channel design just forms the most basic surround sound theater, no more. As for other user-friendly features, there is no lack of a small body, such as Bluetooth, Wifi and so on.

Note: Due to the small size, the power is limited and it is easy to use with some smaller bookshelfs. Moreover, since it is only 5 channels, the format of the panoramic sound, DTS:X, etc. that need the sky sound channel will not be supported.


Brand summary:

Since Marantz's models are few, the distinction between high school and low-end machines is very clear, so the user is not so troublesome to choose. The only choice for high-end users of Tianlong/Marantz voice style is its predecessor AV8802A. The mid-range model SR5010/5011 is very cost-effective. The entry-level model NR1506 is a slim body machine. The sparrow is small and well-organized, except for a small price. Marantz's A/V power amplifiers are legendary with so much musical charm because of the history of the brand. Users who love music can focus on consideration. Origin: In addition to the high-end predecessor AV8802A, the rest of the models are domestic OEM production. In fact, there is no need to care too much. So many mobile phone brands have their own production? Even Apple is a domestic OEM.


Denon DENON

Brand Description: The old Japanese cinema amplifier manufacturers, amplifier products have always been a good reputation among enthusiasts, fierce and fierce sound style is widely circulated. Once upon a time, the flagship A/V fever artifact in the hearts of enthusiasts came from Heavenly Dragons. Such as the monster AVR-5805

AVR-5805 internal

AVR-5805 on the back

After several years of development and integration with Marantz, the product line of Tianlong has gradually been determined: from the mid-to-high end to the entry level market, models are subdivided by numerous models; the highest-end products are only integrated amplifiers, and the flagship front and rear grades. The product is responsible for the Marantz brand. In any case, the users who love Tianlong are really a few, because the name is good, domineering?


Products Recommended:

High-end models: AVR-X7200WA - 9.2-channel cinema amp

Suitable for: 30m2 and above independent video room. Need to install 7.1.4-channel panoramic sound, DTS:X, Auro3D cinema users. Avid Hollywood blockbusters.

Reason for purchase: Tianlong integrated A/V amplifier's flagship represents the model of the current Tianlong theater sound. In the United States, the AURO-3D format can also be supported through a paid firmware upgrade. The style of sound is still fast and sharp, and slightly bright treble.

Note: If you need to use full 7.1.4 (11 channels), you also need to buy a 2-channel rear + 9 channels built into the machine.


Mid-range model: AVR-2300W - 7.2-channel cinema amp


Tianlong X2300W

Suitable for: small independent audio and video room, 30 square meters below the living room, like to use QQ music users.

Reasons for purchase: Tianlong's cost-effective models, the functions of high-end models are basically here, and nothing more than increase the number of channels and power. The built-in Qplay function allows users who use QQ music to easily push music to the amplifier, which is also a unique feature of the amplifier product. In addition, Tianlong has built-in ISF certification in this level of power amplifier, allowing users to get more screen debugging features is also a bright spot, but for most users still appears to be too professional.

Matters needing attention: If you care about OEM production...


Entry Model: AVR-X520BT - 5.2 Channel Cinema Amplifier


Tianlong X520BT

Suitable for: 20 square meters living room, bedroom. Introductory users, users who use mobile phone Bluetooth listening.

Reasons to buy: The low-end model of the domestic market has always been the focus of competition among major manufacturers, without him, a large amount. The X520BT is a 5-channel Bluetooth amplifier launched by Tianlong for entry users. Functionally speaking, the first home theater with most users is enough, and the Bluetooth remote control App is also a bright spot (currently only Android, iOS version will be introduced later). There is also the only machine in the same price range that is equipped with an automatic microphone, which is convenient for the user to perform initial settings.

Note: The entry model does not support WiFi, so value-friends who like wireless music can only connect via Bluetooth.

Brand summary:

Compared to the Marantz brand, Tianlong's product line is longer and more detailed. The products cover all models from entry to high-end, except for the flagship front-end products. Therefore, most users are able to pick out a product that meets their requirements in the Tianlong product line. The rest should be the consideration of the brand. In addition, Denon is still a loyal user of Audyssey MultEQ, and has remained at this position since Onkyo switched to his own AccuEQ. As for the effect of MultEQ, there are people who are satisfied, and some people are still complaining. Whatever the case, this is a function that facilitates affordable consumers. Everyone has the opportunity to use it. Origin: Japan, high-end models, low-end are domestic factory OEM.


Onkyo ONKYO


Description of the brand: The old HiFi brand that has continued its efforts in the field of home theater in recent years. Recently, through mergers and acquisitions Pioneer's audio and video department (note that not the entire pioneer brand Oh), through the cooperation, enriched its own product line. It is worth mentioning that Onkyo's strategy of introducing theater pre-processors at this price point has been followed by major manufacturers (Marantz, Yamaha). Although Onkyo is relatively quiet in the introduction of high-end models in the past two years, the new theater preamps and flagship amplifiers undoubtedly released recently have undoubtedly scored a lot of efforts for Onkyo powder.


Products Recommended:

High-end model: PR-RZ5100 - 11.2 channel cinema front stage

Onkyo RZ5100


Suitable for: 30m2 and above independent video room. Need to install 7.1.4-channel panoramic sound, DTS:X users, music / concert lovers.

Reasons for purchase: As a leader in affordable home theater predecessors, this new predecessor shoulders the heavy responsibility of retaking the high-end market. As a successor to the 5530, the 5100 has been grinding swords for three years. Onkyo and Pioneer have applied their own representative technologies to this machine through technical integration. The two companies have unique characteristics in music performance. Together with Onkyo's rapid development in the sound field in recent years, there is no doubt that this front stage will perform well in theaters and music performance.

Note: Since this machine has not been listed in the country and there is no chance to audition, the actual performance still remains at the stage of subjective speculation. And compared to the previous generation 5530, the number of interfaces has shrunk (see the back interface is more obvious pioneer style), HDMI output reduced from 3 to 2, Subwoofer output from 4 to 2.


Mid-range model: TX-NR656 - 7.2-channel cinema amp

Onkyo NR656

Suitable for: small independent video room, living room below 30 square meters, music lovers.

Reasons for purchase: Onkyo's 6 series have accumulated good reputation over the years and are fully functional. Onkyo has always had a relatively large driving force at the same level (strong control over the speakers), and thus has achieved a music performance that is relatively acceptable to users. At the same time, Onkyo's amplifiers at the 555 level begin to provide analog signals - the HDMI conversion function is also more practical, if you have some devices with only analog output (old game consoles, video recorders, etc.), then select Onkyo It.

Matters needing attention: The 6 series of Onkyo's early years is famous for the unique THX certification in the same price range, but with the increase of functions and costs, the 7 series has only begun to exist. THX enthusiasts noticed.


Entry Model: TX-SR252 - 5.1 Channel Theater Amplifier

Suitable for: 20 square meters living room, bedroom. Entry users, users who do not need mobile phones to connect and control.

Reason for purchase: Onkyo powder must be selected, domestic special models. The clear logo of the back interface is a major highlight and is easy to wire. In addition, such a cheap machine is also imported. Although it is Vietnam, it is after all imported.

Note: The interface is not really much, only 4 HDMI input ports, the value of the device more friends pay attention. In addition, the lack of wireless connection means that mobile music cannot be wirelessly transmitted to the amplifier.


Brand summary:

Onkyo’s performance in sound has been improving. In the past few years, it seems that the shortcomings of previous theaters have been added. Xiao burning is more concerned about is the two years, the integration of Onkyo and the pioneer is how to proceed. Because Xiaochao is not the R&D staff of these two companies, there is no way to know it. However, it seems that the parameters and appearance of the amplifier can still read one or two. First, the three-phase reverse Darlington (which can provide high-current, large-thrust) circuits that Onkyo has been using in mid- to high-end products has disappeared. Secondly, for the first time in this year's newly launched Onkyo high-end consolidators RZ3100 and RZ1100. The use of Class D amplification technology (pioneer unique technology, has developed to the third generation); Finally, the interface layout, Onkyo and Pioneer's high-end machine is almost exactly the same. Therefore, this generation of Onkyo is gradually approaching the vanguard. This also seems to explain why Onkyo has not promoted the brand power amplifier in China. Xiaogan feels that apart from the brand channel, the two brands' products are too similar to one another. Pioneer is a brand that Jicai has always liked. This is also a pity. In addition, the Firecast feature added to Onkyo's products across the board, although the current role is not yet obvious, but also shows the manufacturers in the family streaming media music to catch up with the ambitions of SONOS.

Origin: Originally, Onkyo's full range of amplifier products were produced in Malaysia. Although it was not produced in Japan, it was finally caught up with imports. The best choice for import control. Recently it seems that there is another place of origin - Vietnam. . . In short, Southeast Asia.


Yamaha YAMAHA


Brief description of the brand: The WeChat articles of the recent fire made everyone know that Yamaha is a big company with many (bu) kinds of (wu) business camps (ye). Unlike Tianlong and Onkyo, whose main business is audio business, although home audio is only a small part of Yamaha Group's business, Yamaha's position and sales in the home theater industry are very high. Its product quality is very stable and its product line is abundant. The sales of entry-level products are definitely ahead of the curve. Recently, the market for high-end theaters has begun to be launched, and a series of cinema front-end products have been introduced.


Products Recommended:

High-end model: CX-A5100 - 11.2 channel cinema front stage

Yamaha A5100

Suitable for: 30m2 and above independent video room. Need to install 7.1.4-channel panoramic sound, DTS:X users. Yamaha's DSP sound field processing technology fans.

Reason for purchase: This CX-A5100 is born with the mission of revitalizing Yamaha's high-end market. Rich interface, support for the latest decoding, and Yamaha's most proud DSP sound field technology, people feel that this is indeed a "big killer." This is also the predecessor of the DJI:X and Dolby Surround sound double decoding that is most used by the Jumbo. The construction of the sound field is very good, with a strong sense of presence. Coupled with Yamaha's extremely rich sound debugging options, Blessed friends are blessed.

Note: Since this machine is mainly sold through a custom installation channel, it is not visible on Tmall Jingdong, so only the official website is connected. Want to buy the value of friends can contact the local dealer, or Taobao directly.


Mid-range model: RX-V781 - 7.2-channel cinema amp

Yamaha V781

Suitable for: small independent audio and video rooms, living rooms below 30 square meters, users with other Yamaha products.

Reasons for purchase: Products with a large company style are clearly featured. In addition to all the features of similar products, there are several Yamaha-developed technologies: MusicCast, a full-featured, very good multi-room wireless music system. If there are other products that support MusicCast, then do not waste this function. Oh, YPAO, a powerful automatic room acoustics correction system; DSP, Yamaha is proud of the sound field processing technology.

Note: Some people may think that Yamaha's DSP technology adds too much MSG to the sound. You can try a few different scenarios or switch off directly.


Entry Model: RX-V381 - 5.1 Channel Cinema Amplifier

Suitable for: 20 square meters living room, bedroom. The user who pursues the price limit.

Reasons to buy: The cheapest Japanese entry-level amplifier, not one. It is also one of the reasons why Yamaha's entry products are invincible. Although the entry-level product's limitations on the number of channels make it without the latest panoramic sound or DTS:X, the latest video 4K/HDR support is unambiguous. In addition, Yamaha's technology in the DSP sound field is more practical in this entry amplifier: not only can you use the 2.1 configuration to virtualize 5.1-channel effects, but you can also put 5.1 speakers all in front of you. , Convenient to forget the user of the wiring.

Yamaha Virtual Pre 5.1

Note: Options without any wireless audio (no Wifi or Bluetooth). Note: The same model abroad is equipped with Bluetooth and YPAO automatic test these two practical features, but the price is also correspondingly increased, the domestic really is the cost to the extreme.


Brand summary:

Looking at so many kinds of models, heartfelt feelings of Yamaha's big company style, can take the models are taken in, he managed to sell. In any case, this move enriches consumers' choices. Yamaha is also one of the major brands of Japanese brands. Its products have very distinctive features (the other is Pioneer, and the A/V department is now merged with Onkyo). The reason is probably the unique strength and financial resources of large companies. And the persistent pursuit of their own technology. In short, to buy a Yamaha, do not experience DSP sound field, do not use YPAO toss about, it is not used Yamaha.

Origin: The place of production is not clear. It originally appeared to be produced by its own factory in Yamaha, Suzhou. Now it seems that it has turned to its own factory in Yamaha, Malaysia. Or take the origin behind the product.


to sum up:
I. Brand choice

It can be seen that the small fire in the brand selection basically concentrated in the four major Japanese brands, some valued friends will ask if there is no worthy of the choice of European and American brands yet? The European and American brands that are worthy of choice are certainly there, but there are two reasons why Xiaokao is not introduced in this issue.

1. European and American brands have high prices and low sales. They are not very easy to buy in the country. They also do not perform well in terms of after-sales service and localization. Therefore, they are not suitable for most value-friends.

2. In the application of the latest technology and product reliability, European and American brands are not as good as Japanese brands. The difference is the R&D and production model of European and American small workshops and Japanese large factories.

If it is necessary to recommend a small fire a more suitable for domestic users of the European and American Department of A / V amplifier brand, small fever will recommend the Canadian Barrydon Group's hymn brand.

For more high-end amplifier choices of European and American brands, you can refer to another article of Xiaoyin.

Two. About power

Value-friends tend to struggle with power when choosing amplifiers. Indeed, this parameter of power is very important to the power amplifier, and it is also one of the signs to distinguish the power amplifier level. However, Xiaochao believes that most of the time, it is not necessary to tangled in the power parameter, because it is better to buy than to sell, the same type of amplifier, power marking can have many different ways, see below:

Different ways of marking power

Different brands have their own standards to interpret the power of their own products, and ordinary consumers are easily confused. In fact, in most cases, the power amplifier and speaker combination can follow the following principles:

1. Bookshelf speaker, sloping floor speaker (usually sold with flat-panel TVs), with entry level amplifier

2. Small landing box (small size, 1-2 bass units, Woofer diameter below 6 inches), can be used with the mid-range amplifier

3. Large-sized floor box (large in size, number of bass units is 2 or more, bass unit diameter is 6 inches or more), then it is recommended to use high-end power amplifier or post-stage power amplifier.

Note: The above collocation is only for the cinema A/V amplifier; there will be exceptions; please refer to the price of the speakers, generally quite reasonable with the price of the amplifier; for the in-wall speakers, it is best to match the mid-range above Power amplifier use.

Still could not help but want to say a few words here: Non-professional people try not to stare at power while buying power amplifier, should look at some more important / clearer parameters. The power amplifier of the same price segment, its power will not be much different, do not be confused by some of the different parameter annotation. Regarding the question of parameters, Kasumi can write a large article to discuss. For some basic knowledge about power amplifiers, please refer to the following:



three. About the grading of power amplifiers

Everyone should not be blinded by so many brands and models of power amplifiers. The three types of entry/middle/high end of this recommended model are not divided randomly. The purpose of the division is to facilitate the value-friends to quickly find their own positioning in so many models, and then to properly float or sink one or two levels depending on the specific needs of the individual.

Division basis (value friends can choose according to their own needs and levels):

The entry level, without a doubt, is the one with the lowest price. Entry amplifiers generally have only the most basic 5.1 channels, power is the smallest of the series, and advanced features are not available. Do not like tossing, just need to connect after boot -> use the best choice for the user.

Mid-range, the most cost-effective model. To divide the small tricks, Xiao burning reveals here, it is very simple, generally every brand of products, the cheapest price that Taiwan has two HDMI output ports is the beginning of the mid-range model. For those who like tossing, but also have certain requirements on sound quality and function. This level is a 5.1.2-channel configuration and can start tossing the sky channel (Panorama, DTS:X), the latest and most effective format. What other 4K picture quality enhancements, mobile App control, wireless music transmission and other practical functions can be found in the midrange machine.

High-end level: The model that best represents the technical strength and sound style of each brand. Each brand's pre-amplifier (which needs to be used in conjunction with the rear amplifier) ​​and the highest-priced integrated amplifier are at the top of the high-end level. In fact, from the functional point of view, the difference between the high-end model and the mid-end model is not significant. The strength of the high-end model is the large number of channels (11 or more channels), as well as greater power. Of course, if your environment, equipment, and ability to understand and debug your sound reach a certain level, you will realize that each manufacturer's understanding of the sound/sound field is not the same, resulting in the same movie/ Records, using different manufacturers' flagship products can hear different flavors.


four. About prices and Haitao

When weighing the price and performance of two brand amplifiers, it is often bothered by whether the two models belong to the same class. At this point, what should be done is to open the corresponding US website product page and check the price on the page.

In general, a price difference of about 50-100 US dollars can be counted as the same level of product. This time, you can safely compare parameters.

The price of some models, especially Amazon, is really much cheaper than domestic ones. There may be some worthy friends who will start thinking about sea scouring. However, Siu-Keng still believes that such large-scale products as power amplifiers are still relatively reliable from the domestic market. First of all, of course, it is a maintenance problem. After all, it is a relatively complicated electronic product. Secondly, the issue of freight and U.S. voltage (110V) must also be considered.


Fives. Acquisition of product information

For the Parametric Party, it is not easy to start without understanding a certain parameter. So how do you get the exact parameters when the domestic website information is not very complete? Method One. Foreign websites, especially American websites, have very detailed product descriptions and parameters. Method two: Download the product specification.


6. Are Japanese brands here?

Well, the basic comparison is worth buying here, except Pioneer and Integra. These two brands and Onkyo are inextricably linked. Pioneer's A/V department previously stated that it has merged with Onkyo, and its sales in the country are basically stagnant. Integra is the high-end brand of Onkyo's flagship custom installation. Similar to the difference between Toyota and Lexus, Integra has higher prices, fewer buying channels, and is not recommended for ordinary consumers.


7. Is there any brand and model that is particularly recommended?

Unfortunately, Xiaoyao can only help you here. There is no absolutely suitable model, there is no single big brand. This is what the A/V industry is all about. If you can read the above content carefully, you will be able to purchase a suitable amplifier as needed when the double 11 comes.


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