The receiver is an integral part of any home entertainment system. Here's a look at what specs matter most.
Sony STR-DG510
Onkyo TX-SR505
Denon AVR-1708
Onkyo TX-SR805
Sony ES STR-DA3300ES
Denon AVR-4308CI
Cambridge Audio 640R
NAD T775
Pioneer Elite VSX-94TXH
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Onkyo TX-SR505

If you’re looking for 7 channels, the Onkyo TX-SR505 is a good place to start. This receiver also includes 1080p-compatible HDMI switching, and Audyssey 2EQ, a sophisticated speaker calibration system.

specs:
- 75 watts x 7 into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD
- Dolby® Digital EX, DTS-ES®, Pro Logic® IIx, and DTS Neo:6 decoding
- iPod® integration (requires optional Onkyo DS-A2x iPod dock)
- Audyssey 2EQ auto speaker setup (microphone included)
- high-current amplifier design
- 192kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels
- 40 AM/FM presets
- 1080p-compatible HDMI digital video switching (2 in, 1 out) — pass-through only (a separate cable connection is required for audio)
- HDMI version 1.3
- component video switching: 3 in, 1 out
- digital inputs: 2 optical, 2 coaxial
- 4 audio/video inputs, including:
- 1 front-panel input with composite video
- 3 rear-panel inputs with composite and S-video
- 2 audio-only inputs
- no phono input
- 7.1-channel analog audio preamp input
- 2 pairs of main speaker outputs

price: $249.99

Read more: Choosing a Receiver for Your Home Theater