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

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

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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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Model: Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver

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fourml8r
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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.
Madrad
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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.
nycfranco1
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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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Nov 27, 2023 07:24 PM
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eecycloneNov 27, 2023 07:24 PM
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I hope the past Onkyo HDMI issues have been resolved... I tried to price match to Bestbuy for easier returns and to add a 4 year geek squad warranty but the chat agent said the $749 price was below their cost and they couldn't match it.
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Nov 27, 2023 07:26 PM
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youra6Nov 27, 2023 07:26 PM
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Quote from n171n :
How does this compare to the Onkyo TX-NR7100 that was on sale for $529 last week?
If you didn't need preouts then the 7100 was the better deal.
Nov 27, 2023 07:43 PM
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LivelyThread9350Nov 27, 2023 07:43 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?
They had the BF sale for 30% off. I already have a umik1. Yes if you haven't activated the license then you can get a refund within 30 days.
Nov 27, 2023 08:01 PM
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jaguarundi94Nov 27, 2023 08:01 PM
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How does this compare with the VSX-LX305? Any reason to get one over the other with a 5.1.2 setup?
Nov 27, 2023 08:09 PM
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eecycloneNov 27, 2023 08:09 PM
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Quote from jaguarundi94 :
How does this compare with the VSX-LX305? Any reason to get one over the other with a 5.1.2 setup?
5.1.2 can be done with any Atmos 7 channel receiver, no need for the 9.2 channel 305 or 505. If you might expand to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 then the 305 or 505 would be necessary. The 505 can also be expanded to 7.2.4 with an external amp for the extra channels. The Onkyo 6050 is $299 right now from Adorama and will do 5.2.2.

Edited to clarify the 7.2.4 on the 505 requires an external amp.
Last edited by eecyclone November 27, 2023 at 12:56 PM.
Nov 27, 2023 08:26 PM
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JonathanJ7608Nov 27, 2023 08:26 PM
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Was waiting for a deal on the RZ-50 but this is too good to pass up
Nov 27, 2023 08:44 PM
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CyberAthleteNov 27, 2023 08:44 PM
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Alright gonna cancel my Sony order from BHPhoto (lots of folks complaining about too many issues with that receiver on the forums) so rather not take a chance and save myself $400 and potential headaches.

This was a solid deal for $793 shipped.

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Nov 27, 2023 08:52 PM
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Quote from eecyclone :
5.1.2 can be done with any Atmos 7 channel receiver, no need for the 9.2 channel 305 or 505. If you might expand to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or even 7.1.4 then the 305 or 505 would be necessary. The Onkyo 6050 is $299 right now from Adorama and will do 5.2.2.
Just for clarification the 305 can't expand to 7.1.4.
The 505 can but channels #10 & #11 have to be powered externally, you can not assign them.

BTW the Onkyo RZ50 is the same way.
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Nov 27, 2023 08:57 PM
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eecycloneNov 27, 2023 08:57 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
Just for clarification the 305 can't expand to 7.1.4.
The 505 can but channels #10 & #11 have to be powered externally, you can not assign them.

BTW the Onkyo RZ50 is the same way.
I edited my post to make that more clear.
Nov 27, 2023 09:09 PM
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send2dodoNov 27, 2023 09:09 PM
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Quote from JonathanJ7608 :
Was waiting for a deal on the RZ-50 but this is too good to pass up
FYI, I got an open box RZ50 from BB a few days back for $745 out of the door after tax, cashback etc. Looked like brand new. Something you may want to keep an eye out for in your area.
Nov 27, 2023 09:27 PM
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brock01Nov 27, 2023 09:27 PM
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Dang. Would of paid the extra $100 from lx305 at $649 for this
Nov 27, 2023 09:36 PM
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wightyNov 27, 2023 09:36 PM
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How are the microphones from these receivers? I know some of the recommended ones for Dirac are around $100... Are the ones included usable on another receiver (I'm guessing yes since all of the ones I've used have been generally standard analog jacks).
Nov 27, 2023 09:41 PM
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fourml8rNov 27, 2023 09:41 PM
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Quote from wighty :
How are the microphones from these receivers? I know some of the recommended ones for Dirac are around $100... Are the ones included usable on another receiver (I'm guessing yes since all of the ones I've used have been generally standard analog jacks).
the included mic on this unit can be used for the Dirac calibration as well as used on other AVRs if needed. While this is true for this unit, there are other brands that do require special mics for Dirac calibration and cost about $100.
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Nov 27, 2023 09:44 PM
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TheRulesLawyerNov 27, 2023 09:44 PM
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Quote from jaguarundi94 :
How does this compare with the VSX-LX305? Any reason to get one over the other with a 5.1.2 setup?
Mostly a minor power bump and expansion. The 505 also has full 8k hmdi on all ports. Unless you are planning a ton of speakers down the road or a ton of 8k/4k 120hz devices the 305 should be fine. Great price on this, but the 305 does everything a typical setup needs.

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Nov 27, 2023 09:54 PM
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nycfranco1Nov 27, 2023 09:54 PM
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Quote from zevonangel :
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
I ordered mine online from Adorama. I called customer service for a price adjustment. The only Adorama store I know of is in NYC.

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