I would like to share my experience, this Pioneer VSX-LX503 vs Pioneer SC-LX502 review is for people who are looking for a good receiver.
The Pioneer VSX-LX503 vs SC-LX502 total output power shows that the VSX-LX503 is for people who need more power – compare its 1090 W with 560 W that the SC-LX502 can output. The VSX-LX503 supports the 9.2 channel setup, while the SC-LX502 supports the 7.2 setups. Both models feature the Phase control technology to avoid the phase lag between the main channel and the subwoofer. Another common feature is the Reflex Optimizer. These receivers have the Chromecast built-in technology, but the VSX-LX503 also supports the Google Assistant feature. The VSX-LX503 supports Sonos.
These receivers have Wi-FI and Bluetooth modules. Both models support DTS Play-Fi and various streaming services.
The Pioneer SC-LX502 vs VSX-LX503 multizone test shows the SC-LX502 supports 2 zones, while the VSX-LX503 supports 3 zones.
These models are built-well so customers do not have any troubles with the ports. Both models have 7 in and 2 out HDMI ports.
These solutions use MCACC technology to calibrate and control the output audio. The calibration is very precise and fast. Pioneer provides you with the microphone required for the calibration process. However, both models are flexible and you can tweak various parameters to get the sound you expect from a receiver.
Both receivers look almost identical – they look massive and heavy. They have 2 knobs, a display, a power on/off button and the front cover that hides additional ports and buttons. The remote controller is good and it has all functions, but some customers may find it too small.
The dimensions are 15.2x17.2x7.3 in for the VSX-LX503 versus 15.6x17x7.4 in for the SC-LX502. The weight is 29 and 24 pounds respectively.
Specification | Pioneer SC-LX502 | Pioneer VSX-LX503 |
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Connector Type | ||
Av Inputs | 3 | 7 |
Usb | 1 | 1 |
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 | 7 |
Coaxial Digital Inputs | 1 | 2 |
Optical Digital Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Phones | 1 | 1 |
Additional Features | ||
A-b Speaker Switch | ||
Dual-zone Capability | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Power Off | ||
Bi-amplifying | ||
Audio Return Channel (arc) | ||
Apple Air-play Support | ||
Advanced Sound Retriever (asr) Technology | ||
Three-zone Capability | ||
Smartphone Remote Control | ||
Functions | ||
Internet Radio | ||
Digital Player | ||
Network Audio Player | ||
Power Device | ||
Operational Power Consumption | 250 W | |
Standby Power Consumption | 0.1 W | |
Audio Formats | ||
Wma | ||
Wav | ||
Mp3 | ||
Flac | ||
Apple Lossless | ||
Aiff | ||
Aac | ||
Connectivity Interfaces | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Ieee 802.3u | ||
Ieee 802.3 | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Signal Processing | ||
Upscaling Via Hdmi | up to 4K | up to 4K |
3d Pass-through | ||
Video Conversion/scaling | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion | HDMI to HDMI scaling, analog to HDMI up conversion |
Hdmi Pass-through | up to 4K | up to 4K |
Radio | ||
Preset Station | 40 | 40 |
Tuner Bands | AM/FM | AM/FM |
Tuner Type | digital | digital |
Clock | ||
Sleep Timer | ||
Built-in Clock | ||
Built-in Display | ||
Colour | black | black |
Type | fluorescent | fluorescent |
Amplifier | ||
Total Harmonic Distortion | 0,01 | 0.08 % |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz-20 kHz | 20 Hz-20 kHz |
Output Impedance Per Channel | 8 Ohm | 8 Ohm |
Output Power Per Channel | 180 W | 120 W |
Total Output Power | 560 W | 1090 W |
Sound Features | ||
Digital Content Protection | HDCP 2.2 | HDCP 2.2 |
Surround System Class | 7.2 channel | 9.2 channel |
Surround Sound Effects | Dolby Surround | Theater-Dimensional Virtual Surround |
Audio D/a Converter | 32bit / 384kHz | 32bit / 384kHz |
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 x 7.4 inches | 15.2 x 17.2 x 7.3 inches |
User Manual | ||
Manual | sc-lx502.pdf | vsx-lx503.pdf |
General | ||
Brand | Pioneer | Pioneer |