Onkyo TX-SR608 7.2-Channel A/V Home Theater Receiver (Black)

Sure, we call it an "entry-level" A/V receiver. But when you witness the full potential of the TX-SR608, you'll know the level you're entering is far beyond the ordinary. For a start, you get six of the latest HDMI 1.4 inputs for simple hook-up of all your high-def sources. HDMI 1.4 also brings compatibility with the new 3D video format, as well as an Audio Return Channel from your display back to the receiver. Complementing HDMI on the input front, you have an analog RGB video input for connecting your PC, and a Universal Port for Onkyo peripherals. All video sources, regardless of resolution, can be upscaled to big and beautiful 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. Audio processing incorporates quality Burr-Brown DACs, lossless Dolby and DTS codecs, and the expanded surround formats of Audyssey DSX and Dolby Pro Logic IIz. Three-stage inverted Darlington circuitry and jitter cleaning technology work to ensure extremely precise and faithful amplification. In recognition of the TX-SR608's outstanding A/V prowess, it has been awarded THX Select2 Plus Certification. read more..

Nice Features

• 100 Watts per Channel at 8 Ohms, 20 Hz¿20 kHz, 0.08%, 2 Channels Driven, FTC
• THX Select2 Plus Certified
• HDMI (Version 1.4 to Support 3D and Audio Return Channel) with Deep Color, x.v.Color, LipSync, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio
• HDMI Video Upscaling to 1080p with Faroudja DCDi Cinema
• Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (1 Front/ 5 Rear Inputs and 1 Output)

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Onkyo replaced my SR607 with this SR608 and WOW by ethanoldude
Late last July, my SX SR607 developed the well-known HDMI failure. Sent the unit, per Onkyo to ABL repair shop in Michigan. To be fair, ABL was very attentive and kept me up-to-date on the progress (or lack there of) regarding my repair. Apparently, the HDMI boards in the 607 have a high failure rate. ABL called me to let me know (Late August) that the replacement boards were on back order and should be in around Sept. 15. I emailed them about Sept. 20 to find out what was going on and they had already returned my unit to Onkyo and arranged for a NEW SR608 to be sent to me. In fact, it was already on the way!



Well, I tell you all, the SR608 sound and performance blows the 607 out of the water!. Every thing about it is remarkably better. Picture, ease of use (once things are programmed correctly) and clarity of sound is much better. Even the Zone 2 sound through my NHT outdoor poolside speakers is much better. My wife, who usually doesn't notice these things, commented on how good the sound was coming from the iTunes music on our Apple TV (through the 608). And it doesn't run hot! Wonder of wonders, an Onkyo that runs lukewarm.



Honestly, I was shocked that Onkyo replaced the unit without me even having to request it and even more shocked that they gave me the newer and better model. When my Panasonic plasma died two weeks after the warranty expired, they said, "Sorry, Charlie". Only my AMEX extended warranty saved the day for me.



Are there better A/V receivers for the money? I don't know. But I do know I love this unit. The real test will be if it lasts longer than the 607 did (died after 15 months, but still in warranty).