I had integra and Onkyo they both suck it is a great receiver for the money. Once you calibrate it it is all that.

Expensive. Setup was easy (but time consuming) Great sound (easiest comparison @ if you already know DSEE "ULTIMATE" upscaling = headphones, walkmans, XPERIA, soundbars) then AVR provides a fuller sound stage @ deeper lows along with the added benefits of "DSEE ultimate" vastly clearer/deeper/fuller ***same speakers, same AUDIO source quality = ABSOLUTELY NO SUBWOOFER IS REQUIRED *** This AVR even makes existing "DSEE ULTIMATE" soundbars/headphones sound BETTER (even though Bluetooth) ____ Sony Music center APP (is an added bonus= easier to use than remote "only after" initial setup) ____ (ONLY complaint) I want to physically see volume levels for connected Bluetooth devices, displayed on device SCREEN and/or TV (There is absolutely nothing — no numbers, bars — only +/- then "MAX" ) Also wish it still had an audio out port (1/4 or 3.5mm @ anywhere front/rear) there is still a work around. For the price it should be included.... Read More  Hide

Sony's 3D surround sound is great, but there are a few annoyances. Remote is bad with way too many buttons. Front display is awful and so small it is basically useless. Design aesthetics are bad compared to other modern receivers.