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Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 9.2-Channel 8K A/V Receiver

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Key Features:
  • Dirac Live Room Correction
  • HDMI 2.1
  • Ultimate 4K Gaming Experience
  • 9 Channels of onboard amplification with 11.2-Channel Processing
  • 120-watts/per channel
  • Imax Enhanced
  • Powered Zone 2/Zone 3 Audio
  • Bi-directional Bluetooth with aptX HD
Includes:
  • Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver
  • RC-974R Remote Controller with 2x AAA Batteries
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • DAB/FM Antenna
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • User Manual
  • Pioneer Home Audio 3 Year limited Warranty

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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Adorama has Pioneer Elite VSX-LX505 9.2-Channel 8K A/V Receiver on sale for $749. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Note: You may need to add to cart to see deal price.

Key Features:
  • Dirac Live Room Correction
  • HDMI 2.1
  • Ultimate 4K Gaming Experience
  • 9 Channels of onboard amplification with 11.2-Channel Processing
  • 120-watts/per channel
  • Imax Enhanced
  • Powered Zone 2/Zone 3 Audio
  • Bi-directional Bluetooth with aptX HD
Includes:
  • Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver
  • RC-974R Remote Controller with 2x AAA Batteries
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • DAB/FM Antenna
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • User Manual
  • Pioneer Home Audio 3 Year limited Warranty

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Written by iconian | Staff

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for an apples to apples comparison:

Pioneer 505 - $749
Dirac full bandwidth is included - $0
Dirac microphone is included - $0
Total - $749

Denon 3800 - $1000
Dirac full bandwidth is $349
Dirac microphone is $100
Total - $1449

So the price difference is $700, not $500. Options almost double the Denon price when making an equal comparison.

Differences are power rating 120w for Pioneer vs 105w for Denon. Sometime in 2024 Denon will add a Dirac bass control module (Not available on the Pioneer but adds another $499 for multi sub version). Or you may choose another type of sub EQ if you desire and not use this module at all.

Bang for the buck, you will have a hard time finding better performance than this Pioneer for the same money.
Hooked this up today. I have 4 rooms in the house with various setups and AVR's. I have an Onkyo NR-7100, and 2 NR-686's. This pioneer sounds best. I haven't even done Dirac yet, just their MCACC option. It sounds fantastic. YouTubetv and xfinity finally sound much better and not nearly as muffled. I don't need to raise the volume to 60 to hear announcers during basketball games clearly. Idk if it's because this has higher power output or what, but a noticeable difference. I'm not an audiophile by any means, just a guy who likes being able to hear what I'm listening to clearly. Music sounds great. HDMI 2.1 is working on my Xbox.

Running a rp-504c, rp-8000f ii, and various in ceiling speakers. 5.2.2 setup.
I ordered this a few days ago for $799, and was able to get a price adjustment approved for $749. Thanks!

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The pictured Pioneer Home Audio VSX-LX505 drops from $1,049.00 to $749.00 at Adorama and Shipping is free!

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https://www.adorama.com/pivsxlx50...ailPrice=t

Pioneer Home Audio VSX-LX505 Features

Dirac Live Room Correction
HDMI 2.1
Ultimate 4K Gaming Experience
9 Channels of onboard amplification with 11.2-Channel Processing
120-watts/per channel
Imax Enhanced
Powered Zone 2/Zone 3 Audio
Bi-directional Bluetooth with aptX HD





https://www.adorama.com/pivsxlx505.html
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I ordered this a few days ago for $799, and was able to get a price adjustment approved for $749. Thanks!
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excellent deal
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i have installed several of these for work and this is a great deal you get Dirac included at no extra cost and a full set of pre-outs for adding more amplification of needed.

the only downside to this is that is does have less flexibility in crossover settings,. if this is a feature you would like more flexibility with then look at the sister product (Onkyo TX-RZ50 currently $1199)
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How does this compare to the Onkyo TX-NR7100 that was on sale for $529 last week?
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Quote from n171n :
How does this compare to the Onkyo TX-NR7100 that was on sale for $529 last week?
I'm sure the sound is close, this has pre-outs though and I'm pretty sure the Onkyo doesn't ..
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Quote from n171n :
How does this compare to the Onkyo TX-NR7100 that was on sale for $529 last week?
the onkyo 7100 ($899) is the equivalent to the pioneer 305 (On sale now for $649) model. It has Dirac without pre-outs
the onkyo RZ50 ($1,199) is the equivalent to the pioneer 505 model (On sale for $749). It has Dirac with pre-outs
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Quote from nycfranco1 :
I ordered this a few days ago for $799, and was able to get a price adjustment approved for $749. Thanks!
Where did you get it? I'm looking for a free return shipping or physical store in case this doesn't sound good in my listening area
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Quote from fourml8r :
i have installed several of these for work and this is a great deal you get Dirac included at no extra cost and a full set of pre-outs for adding more amplification of needed.

the only downside to this is that is does have less flexibility in crossover settings,. if this is a feature you would like more flexibility with then look at the sister product (Onkyo TX-RZ50 currently $1199)
I just bought Denon 3800H for 1k and upgraded to Dirac for 250. I can send both of them back and get this for 750? What would you recommend for the $500 swing?
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Quote from n171n :
How does this compare to the Onkyo TX-NR7100 that was on sale for $529 last week?
More power, pre outs but this has global crossovers are a few things.

Here is a feature comparison of the two.

https://www.zkelectronics.com/com...vsx-lx505/
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Quote from LivelyThread9350 :
I just bought Denon 3800H for 1k and upgraded to Dirac for 250. I can send both of them back and get this for 750? What would you recommend for the $500 swing?
I am very curious how you are planning to get the $250 for dirac license. Do they have a return policy on licenses?
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Will this be an ideal Receiver to drive the Klipsch RP-8060FA II Kit Adomara has on sale?

https://www.adorama.com/kp8060fai...=affiliate

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Quote from LivelyThread9350 :
I just bought Denon 3800H for 1k and upgraded to Dirac for 250. I can send both of them back and get this for 750? What would you recommend for the $500 swing?
for an apples to apples comparison:

Pioneer 505 - $749
Dirac full bandwidth is included - $0
Dirac microphone is included - $0
Total - $749

Denon 3800 - $1000
Dirac full bandwidth is $349
Dirac microphone is $100
Total - $1449

So the price difference is $700, not $500. Options almost double the Denon price when making an equal comparison.

Differences are power rating 120w for Pioneer vs 105w for Denon. Sometime in 2024 Denon will add a Dirac bass control module (Not available on the Pioneer but adds another $499 for multi sub version). Or you may choose another type of sub EQ if you desire and not use this module at all.

Bang for the buck, you will have a hard time finding better performance than this Pioneer for the same money.
Last edited by fourml8r November 27, 2023 at 12:20 PM.
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Quote from send2dodo :
I am very curious how you are planning to get the $250 for dirac license. Do they have a return policy on licenses?
I believe not which makes it a wash price wise.

He also loses independent crossover setting, independent sub outs, all assignable channels, pre amp mode and if you believe Dirac is head and shoulders better losing the option to Dirac's DLBC would be an important big one!
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How does this receiver compare with the Pioneer elite vsx-42?

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