Best Stereo Receiver Under 500

Last Updated: Jan 19, 2024
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Harman Kardon HK 3770
4.9 |
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Onkyo TX-8140
4.9 |
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Onkyo TX-8220 2 Home Audio Channel Stereo Receiver with Bluetooth,black
4.8 |
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Harman Kardon HK 3770
4.9 |
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4.8 Audio and Video Quality

4.8 Connectivity

4.9 Features and Functionality

4.9 POWER OUTPUT

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Key Specifications
BrandHarman Kardon Total Output Power 240 W Output Impedance Per Channel 8 Ohm Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz Number Of Channels 2 Signal-to-Noise Ratio 100 dB Bluetooth WI-FI Surround System Class 2.0 channel Dimensions 11.8 x 17.3 x 4.8 inches Weight 13.19 pounds

Pros

  • The HK 3770 high current amplifier provides you with excellent control
  • I like the Bluetooth function, which allows you to play music from my desktop computer in my office through an amplifier.

Cons

  • After a few hours of listening to music (and I play music from the time I get up to the time I go to bed), it turns off, and I have to wander into another room and return it back.
Onkyo TX-8140
4.9 |
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4.8 Audio and Video Quality

4.8 Connectivity

4.9 Features and Functionality

4.9 POWER OUTPUT

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BrandOnkyo Total Output Power 160 W Output Impedance Per Channel 8 Ohm Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz Number Of Channels 2 Signal-to-Noise Ratio 92 dB Bluetooth WI-FI Surround System Class 2.0 channel Dimensions 22.5 x 16.5 x 10.3 inches Weight 18.5 pounds

Pros

  • It has 40 preset stations.
  • The high current allows controlling the speakers for the most dynamic sound.
  • The Onkyo app has an impressively wide range of control options.

Cons

  • The receiver becomes too hot during operation.
  • It doesn’t have the possibility of the line output level tuning.
Onkyo TX-8220 2 Home Audio Channel Stereo Receiver with Bluetooth,black
4.8 |
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4.9 Audio and Video Quality

4.8 Connectivity

4.7 Features and Functionality

4.8 POWER OUTPUT

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BrandOnkyo Total Output Power 100 W Output Impedance Per Channel 8 Ohm Frequency Response 20 Hz-20 kHz Number Of Channels 2 Signal-to-Noise Ratio 98 dB Bluetooth WI-FI Surround System Class 2.0 channel Dimensions 12.9 x 17.1 x 5.9 inches Weight 15 pounds

Pros

  • The optical audio port is only good for 45W per channel, but that is great because with the device’s help I can get the volume I need.
  • The output sound is excellent – the sound is deep, crisp and natural.
  • The Bluetooth module performs extremely well – the connection is very stable.
  • Bluetooth performs its work with very low effects of compression.

Cons

  • I can’t connect the receiver to the TV via the digital output. I have to buy a special device to transcode the signal.
  • It becomes very hot shortly after starting work.
Yamaha R-N303BL
4.8 |
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5 Audio and Video Quality

4.8 Connectivity

4.9 Features and Functionality

4.8 POWER OUTPUT

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BrandYamaha Total Output Power 200 W Output Impedance Per Channel 8 Ohm Frequency Response 40 Hz-20 kHz Number Of Channels 2 Signal-to-Noise Ratio 100 dB Bluetooth WI-FI Surround System Class 2.0 channel Dimensions 13.4 x 17.2 x 5.5 inches Weight 15.9 pounds

Pros

  • Clear and full treble, even at the pitch.
  • Line Phono input allows playing analog sound right away.
  • MusicCast app lets set up a wireless acoustic system.

Cons

  • Poor controls for AM/FM tuner.
  • LED panel isn’t bright enough.
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