Pioneer's new 2010 AV receivers: 3D for all

[Wingman1977]

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-...CmoreStories.0

[citizen]

ive been waiting for the 2010 product lines to come out to get a receiver, this is very exciting

[Fors*]

I will be looking forward to the reviews....although they are nice, I wasn't too impressed with the improvements, at least for my needs. 3D still seems like another year or 2 away from being a legitimate selling point.

[citizen]

do new model lines generally go on sale when they are first released? im trying to decide between 09 pioneer receivers or the new models

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by citizen

do new model lines generally go on sale when they are first released? im trying to decide between 09 pioneer receivers or the new models

Usually not. That is the best time to get last years model's though. I got my SC-05 last summer for just $700 from 6th Ave. However, the SC-09 model has not been changed or updated for some time now. So, that price may not change much......

[HD Man]

Good find!! I'm looking forward to the release of the new Elite line-up. I've always liked the features, performance, and looks of the Elite receivers.

Like a few others though, I plan on sitting on the sidelines in regards to 3D, as I think the technology will be updated rather rapidly.

Also, looking forward to see some of the new 3D demos from various cable programmers in May when I head out to LA for the Cable Show.

[bandit29]

How are Pioneer receivers? Reliable? I'm thinking of just dumping my Onkyo 606 (instead of getting it repaired) and buying one of these.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by bandit29

How are Pioneer receivers? Reliable? I'm thinking of just dumping my Onkyo 606 (instead of getting it repaired) and buying one of these.

Pioneer makes great receivers IMO. This is going to be a very generalized reply, but their non-Elites are very solid receivers, capable of doing everything and then some over your current 606. Once you get to the Elites, you have yourself an amazing AVR. One of the more powerful AVR's out there and true to spec, MCACC calibration set-up is excellent with tons of tweaks available and every bit as good as Audyessey IMO and lots of other bells and whistles (like many HDMI and component inputs, multiple outputs, other capabilities, etc...). If you purchase a Pioneer receiver, you should be a very happy camper.

[quetzalcoatl]

Originally Posted by Fors*

Pioneer makes great receivers IMO. This is going to be a very generalized reply, but their non-Elites are very solid receivers, capable of doing everything and then some over your current 606. Once you get to the Elites, you have yourself an amazing AVR. One of the more powerful AVR's out there and true to spec, MCACC calibration set-up is excellent with tons of tweaks available and every bit as good as Audyessey IMO and lots of other bells and whistles (like many HDMI and component inputs, multiple outputs, other capabilities, etc...). If you purchase a Pioneer receiver, you should be a very happy camper.

Well said.

[sarge1976]

Damn, It seems like I just got my SC-27 and now the newer models are coming out soon. It's so hard to keep up nowadays

[saprano]

If you don't care about 3D then there's really no need to upgrade to the new elites.

I still haven't gotten the current one's. Damn job.

[Headphone Czar]

Every yr your receiver or TV is obsolete.. How encouraging for beginners.. My 1800 can only do 1.3.. Now we are at 1.4.. How about 1.5 next yr.. It's getting silly..

[ChadFL]

Originally Posted by Headphone Czar

Every yr your receiver or TV is obsolete.. How encouraging for beginners.. My 1800 can only do 1.3.. Now we are at 1.4.. How about 1.5 next yr.. It's getting silly..

Same can be said of almost any part of a home theatre system. The only part of my system that's kept up with change for more than a year or two is my PS3. And even in that case I'm probably going to upgrade to an Oppo 83 for a Blu-Ray player very soon and leave my PS3 strictly for gaming.

[quetzalcoatl]

That is why I just say to myself when I buy a new component it must last 3-5 years before I upgrade. It also helps to keep the marriage together.

[Steve]

Originally Posted by sarge1976

Damn, It seems like I just got my SC-27 and now the newer models are coming out soon. It's so hard to keep up nowadays

It's almost impossible to keep up with the newest models without going bankrupt or crazy or both. I don't even worry about trying.

[ChadFL]

Originally Posted by quetzalcoatl

That is why I just say to myself when I buy a new component it must last 3-5 years before I upgrade. It also helps to keep the marriage together.

Lucky you. I'm single so I don't have anyone to nag me into fiscal responsibility!

[ChadFL]

Anyone know about when Pioneer will announce the latest Elite model receivers?

[Blue Bull]

^ Pioneer should be making annoucements on their Elite series in June. Which should be a good time to pick up the 09!!

[Bluray_ne1]

I'm thinking seriously about picking up the VSX-1120-K when it comes out in June/July. here's a pic of the connections:

vsx-1120_rear_callouts.jpg

The feature set is killer for $749 MSRP.

http://gizmodo.com/5485322/pioneers-...phone#comments


But I'm also curious to see what the new Elites will have.

[Bluray_ne1]

Here's a feature comparison chart from the link:

500x_pioneer_7-1_receivers_chart.jpg