Pioneer SC-LX501 VS
Pioneer SC-LX701
Pros & Cons
Pioneer SC-LX501
VSPros
- It is a bit cheaper because this model was released in 2016.
- A phone connector lets you connect even an old device.
- The UI is user-friendly. It is easy to navigate through menus and find right what you need.
- Quick connection via Bluetooth.
Cons
- ARC (Audio return channel) is not really reliable because you have to disconnect/reconnect HDMI cable to get it to work.
Pioneer SC-LX701
VSPros
- Supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
- MCACC auto-tuning and full band phase control are able to provide you with crystal-clear sound. These two systems can reduce the phase lag.
- The operational power consumption is 310 W.
- The total power output is 760 W, which is quite high, and it is enough for everyone to enjoy their favorite music tracks.
Cons
- MCACC auto-tuning may be not enough and you may need to tweak it manually.
- The users menu a bit complex and you need time to get used to it.
Specifications
Groups
| Specification | Pioneer SC-LX501 | Pioneer SC-LX701 |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | ||
| Pure Direct Mode | ||
| Auto Power Off | ||
| Bi-amplifying | ||
| Audio Return Channel (arc) | ||
| Apple Air-play Support | ||
| Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology | ||
| Smartphone Remote Control | ||
| Three-zone Capability | ||
| Dual-zone Capability | ||
| A-b Speaker Switch | ||
| Functions | ||
| Digital Player | ||
| Network Audio Player | ||
| Internet Radio | ||
| Clock | ||
| Sleep Timer | ||
| Built-in Clock | ||
| Audio Formats | ||
| Wav | ||
| Mp3 | ||
| Flac | ||
| Apple Lossless | ||
| Aiff | ||
| Aac | ||
| Wma | ||
| Built-in Display | ||
| Colour | black | black |
| Type | fluorescent | fluorescent |
| Signal Processing | ||
| Upscaling Via Hdmi | up to 4K | up to 4K |
| 3d Pass-through | ||
| Video Conversion/scaling | analog to HDMI up conversion | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion |
| Hdmi Pass-through | up to 4K | up to 4K |
| Connector Type | ||
| Subwoofer Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Coaxial Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
| Optical Digital Outputs | has not | has not |
| Hdmi Outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Hdmi Inputs | 7 | 8 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs | 1 | 2 |
| Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | 3 |
| Phones | 1 | 1 |
| Av Inputs | 3 | 4 |
| Usb | 1 | 1 |
| Radio | ||
| Preset Station | 40 | 40 |
| Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
| Tuner Type | digital | digital |
| Amplifier | ||
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.08 % | 0.08 % |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz-20 kHz | 20 Hz-20 kHz |
| Output Impedance Per Channel | 4 Ohm, 8 Ohm | 4 Ohm, 6 Ohm, 8 Ohm |
| Output Power Per Channel | 120 W, 200 W, 560 W | 135 W, 185 W, 220 W |
| Total Output Power | 560 W | 760 W |
| Sound Features | ||
| Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | HDCP 2.2 |
| Surround System Class | 7.2 channel | 9.2 channel |
| Surround Sound Effects | Front Stage Surround Advance | Front Stage Surround Advance |
| Audio D/a Converter | 32bit / 384kHz | 32bit / 192kHz |
| Built-in Decoders | ||
| Dolby True Hd | ||
| Dolby Surround | ||
| Dolby Digital Plus | ||
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Dts:x | ||
| Media Content Source | ||
| Usb-host | ||
| Network | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions | 15.6 x 17.1 x 7.4 inches | 7.4 x 17.1 x 7.3 inches |
| Connectivity Interfaces | ||
| Ieee 802.3u | ||
| Ieee 802.3 | ||
| Wi-fi | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| User Manual | ||
| Manual | sc-lx501.pdf | sc-lx701.pdf |
| Power Device | ||
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.15 W | 0.15 W |
| Operational Power Consumption | 250 W | 310 W |
| General | ||
| Brand | Pioneer | Pioneer |
