The Pioneer VSX-920-K, VSX-1020-K, & VSX-1120 Receiver Thread

[Blu Titan]

Pioneer VSX-920-K

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Pioneer VSX-1020-K

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Pioneer VSX-1120-K

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The Pioneer 2010 VSX receivers have recently released (VSX-1120 due in June).
This thread is dedicated to the discussion of the Pioneer VSX-920-K, VSX-1020-K, and the VSX-1120-K.

The 2010 Pioneer VSX models deliver amazing home theater performance in an elegant package at a surprising value. With connectivity options for all your latest high-definition home theater components and digital 1080p upscaling from any source, the VSX-920-K takes performance a step further with support for your digital media via a front USB input and compatibility with Bluetooth sources (using the optional AS-BT100 adapter, sold separately). Plus, it's "Works with iPhone"-certified, so you can incorporate your favorite Apple products into your home theater easily.

[volcomsocal]

I bought the 1020 the day it came out last week. I've been happy with it since. And this is also my first real receiver that I've owned.

[lojack1976]

I'm a proud owner of a 1020 and I'm loving it!

[pin0yizm]

how much did guys buy it for? lowest ive seen is 549 on amazon

[Blu-Kyle]

Originally Posted by pin0yizm

how much did guys buy it for? lowest ive seen is 549 on amazon

Just bought my 1020 yesterday (5/16) at Best Buy for $549.99 + tax. Haven't gotten a really good chance to play with it yet, but I am happy with it so far. The GUI for setting it up is so nice. And the Auto MCACC is awesome.

This is a quote from the manual, "The Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of your listening area, taking into account ambient noise, speaker connection and speaker size, and tests for both channel delay and channel level. ... the reciever ises the information from a series of test tones to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for your particular room."

This is a big step up from my last receiver which is about 10 years old and I paid about $800 for it then.

[frank75fl]

Any of you know when in June will the vsx-1120-k be released?


Also, just noticed this about specs:

Power per channel (8ohm) RMS 120 W


Power per channel (6ohm) RMS No


Power per channel (4ohm) RMS No

Will this be a problem for some Def Tech BP-7002s? C/L/R 2500?
I hope not

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by frank75fl

Any of you know when in June will the vsx-1120-k be released?


Also, just noticed this about specs:

Power per channel (8ohm) RMS 120 W


Power per channel (6ohm) RMS No


Power per channel (4ohm) RMS No

Will this be a problem for some Def Tech BP-7002s? C/L/R 2500?
I hope not

May I ask where you got those specs from? I am having a problem looking them up and finding this info myself.......do you have a possible link?

[volcomsocal]

Originally Posted by pin0yizm

how much did guys buy it for? lowest ive seen is 549 on amazon

$550 + tax at BB

[lojack1976]

Yup...got mine at Best Buy a couple of weeks ago for $549.99 + tax.

[frank75fl]

Originally Posted by Fors*

May I ask where you got those specs from? I am having a problem looking them up and finding this info myself.......do you have a possible link?

I just clicked on the link above the picture of the VSX-1120-K. Once you are in that page, I clicked on the Specification tab.

Here is the link:

https://www.blu-ray.com/products/?p=11889&show=specs

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by frank75fl

I just clicked on the link above the picture of the VSX-1120-K. Once you are in that page, I clicked on the Specification tab.

Here is the link:

https://www.blu-ray.com/products/?p=11889&show=specs

Thanks. I couldn't find that info out on the internet anywhere. I wonder why the specs have 0 for 6 ohms? Would the amplifier be compromised in some way? And if so, why?

[volcomsocal]

Hey guys, silly question here. For those who own the 1020, are there controls to adjust treble and bass? The only adjustment I made on the receiver was the Auto MCACC. Are there any other adjustments to make the speakers even more calibrated/sound better? Thanks!

[lojack1976]

Originally Posted by volcomsocal

Hey guys, silly question here. For those who own the 1020, are there controls to adjust treble and bass? The only adjustment I made on the receiver was the Auto MCACC. Are there any other adjustments to make the speakers even more calibrated/sound better? Thanks!

I went in and manually adjusted the levels afterward to tweak the system to my liking after running the Auto MCACC. I increased the sub output and the front levels a bit. I raised the center channel level above the other fronts for better dialog. Other than that I rely on the various listening modes depending on usage.

I run all of my music from my computer so I use PLIIx Music for that and I switch to PLIIx Movie when I watch movies from the computer. My PS3 outputs as PCM when I'm using that. The various listening modes should get you the bass and treble combos you want in different scenarios once you tweak the system to your liking.

[bandit29]

Amazon has the 920 for $312.00

[acritzer]

Originally Posted by bandit29

Amazon has the 920 for $312.00

Yep....I was able to cancel at $345 and re-order at $312.... Free shipping though, takes a while.

[volcomsocal]

Originally Posted by lojack1976

I went in and manually adjusted the levels afterward to tweak the system to my liking after running the Auto MCACC. I increased the sub output and the front levels a bit. I raised the center channel level above the other fronts for better dialog. Other than that I rely on the various listening modes depending on usage.

I run all of my music from my computer so I use PLIIx Music for that and I switch to PLIIx Movie when I watch movies from the computer. My PS3 outputs as PCM when I'm using that. The various listening modes should get you the bass and treble combos you want in different scenarios once you tweak the system to your liking.

Ok, I'll try that out. But there aren't any bass/treble adjustments I can make? Just curious.

Also, I was watching Terminator Salvation with my 1020 cranked up to -4.0db during that gas station scene that lasted like 5 -7 minutes or so. I stopped the movie to check on my receiver for heat, and it was kinda warm/slightly hot when placing my hand on over the top vents. The thing is, I'm running 6 ohm speakers to my 1020, which is an 8 ohm receiver. Is this a problem? Is that heat for that volume normal? Any input would be great. Thanks.

[lojack1976]

Originally Posted by volcomsocal

Ok, I'll try that out. But there aren't any bass/treble adjustments I can make? Just curious.

Also, I was watching Terminator Salvation with my 1020 cranked up to -4.0db during that gas station scene that lasted like 5 -7 minutes or so. I stopped the movie to check on my receiver for heat, and it was kinda warm/slightly hot when placing my hand on over the top vents. The thing is, I'm running 6 ohm speakers to my 1020, which is an 8 ohm receiver. Is this a problem? Is that heat for that volume normal? Any input would be great. Thanks.

No there aren't any bass and treble adjustments you can make. Something I should have also noted is that after you run MCACC you will need to go into the speaker setup and change your front speakers from large to small. That should fix your low volume issue. Also, the 1020 is rated to run 6ohm speakers so you should have no problems. It may run a little warmer, but it shouldn't get hot. This is a very cool running receiver.

[volcomsocal]

Originally Posted by lojack1976

No there aren't any bass and treble adjustments you can make. Something I should have also noted is that after you run MCACC you will need to go into the speaker setup and change your front speakers from large to small. That should fix your low volume issue. Also, the 1020 is rated to run 6ohm speakers so you should have no problems. It may run a little warmer, but it shouldn't get hot. This is a very cool running receiver.

Well after those 5-7 minutes of -4.0db, I could smell the receiver a little bit from where I was sitting, about 6 feet away. And it was a little hot. I just don't want to damage my receiver. But it's not too often that I'll be cranking the volume that high.

[lojack1976]

Originally Posted by volcomsocal

Well after those 5-7 minutes of -4.0db, I could smell the receiver a little bit from where I was sitting, about 6 feet away. And it was a little hot. I just don't want to damage my receiver. But it's not too often that I'll be cranking the volume that high.

I just took a look at your sig. Are you using those Sony HTIB speakers with that receiver? If you are that is a very bad idea. Sony HTIB speakers are usually 6ohm and in some cases they are 3ohm. Not only that, but some HTIB speakers are designed to work only with the receiver they come with. My old Pioneer HTIB was like this and the instructions clearly warned that you shouldn't use the speakers with any other receiver because of their design. They like most HTIB speakers are proprietary, and there is a good chance of damaging your receiver or even starting a fire should you use those speakers with a receiver other than the one that came with them.

[volcomsocal]

The speakers I'm using ARE from my old Sony HTiB, with the exception of the subwoofer, because you can't use a passive sub with the Pioneer. Those speakers are definitely 6 ohms, and I've always wondered about using the HTiB with my new receiver. I want to replace all of them with some new speakers, it's just a matter of time. I think that if I don't crank my receiver too much then I should be safe. What do you think?