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expirediconian | Staff posted May 3, 2024 11:39 PM

Pioneer VSX-LX305 Elite 9.2-Channel Network AV Receiver

$519

$1,199

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Adorama has Pioneer VSX-LX305 Elite 9.2-Channel Network AV Receiver on sale for $519. Shipping is free.

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About this Item:
  • Dirac Live Room Correction
  • HDMI 2.1
  • Ultimate 4K Gaming Experience
  • Imax Enhanced
  • Discrete HDMI Zone 2 Switching
  • 100 Watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD 0.08 %, 2-channel driven )
  • Subwoofer 2 Pre Out
  • Bi-directional Bluetooth with aptX HD
  • Built-in music streaming including Spotify and Tidal
  • Works with Sonos Certified
  • Immersive sound from your TV apps
  • Advanced MCACC
  • Roon Tested
  • DTS Play-Fi
Warranty:
  • Pioneer Home Audio 3 Year limited Warranty

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Adorama has Pioneer VSX-LX305 Elite 9.2-Channel Network AV Receiver on sale for $519. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Dirac Live Room Correction
  • HDMI 2.1
  • Ultimate 4K Gaming Experience
  • Imax Enhanced
  • Discrete HDMI Zone 2 Switching
  • 100 Watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD 0.08 %, 2-channel driven )
  • Subwoofer 2 Pre Out
  • Bi-directional Bluetooth with aptX HD
  • Built-in music streaming including Spotify and Tidal
  • Works with Sonos Certified
  • Immersive sound from your TV apps
  • Advanced MCACC
  • Roon Tested
  • DTS Play-Fi
Warranty:
  • Pioneer Home Audio 3 Year limited Warranty

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Model: Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX305 100W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver

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yimnvs
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waiting for the 505 deal to come back.
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most that have atmos will take advantage of it, so i'd say 99% of 4k movies, if you have 9.2 speaker setup

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May 3, 2024 11:47 PM
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cabernetMay 3, 2024 11:47 PM
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Sorry, I'm a bit outdated. Last AV receiver I bought was 5.1 Are there movies that take advantage of 9.2 or are the other channels just duplicated?
Last edited by cabernet May 3, 2024 at 04:50 PM.
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Quote from cabernet :
Sorry, I'm a bit outdated. Last AV receiver I bought was 5.1 Are there movies that take advantage of 9.2 or are the other channels just duplicated?

most that have atmos will take advantage of it, so i'd say 99% of 4k movies, if you have 9.2 speaker setup
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yimnvsMay 4, 2024 3:40 AM
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waiting for the 505 deal to come back.
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Quote from yimnvs :
waiting for the 505 deal to come back.
Me too...but the 305 is so tempting
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Quote from pet1700 :
Me too...but the 305 is so tempting
I need the 505 because it has preouts for the channels to add an amp.
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Quote from yimnvs :
I need the 505 because it has preouts for the channels to add an amp.
It's definitely a nice to have... especially with 11 channel processor
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supermanrobMay 4, 2024 5:16 AM
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Quote from cabernet :
Sorry, I'm a bit outdated. Last AV receiver I bought was 5.1 Are there movies that take advantage of 9.2 or are the other channels just duplicated?
If you watch UHD movies often they have object based soundtracks.
In that case object based soundtracks can support up to 34 channels.

Usually the most optimal in the average home is 5.1.4.
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May 4, 2024 7:37 PM
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LuisL3810May 4, 2024 7:37 PM
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Quote from cabernet :
Sorry, I'm a bit outdated. Last AV receiver I bought was 5.1 Are there movies that take advantage of 9.2 or are the other channels just duplicated?
Receivers with Dolby Atmos lets you calibrate upward and/or downward firing speakers.
It adds just a bit more depth to the audio.
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sigchidjMay 4, 2024 8:35 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
If you watch UHD movies often they have object based soundtracks.
In that case object based soundtracks can support up to 34 channels.

Usually the most optimal in the average home is 5.1.4.
There's probably more content that makes use of the Rear Surround channels than the Rear Height channels.
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supermanrobMay 5, 2024 1:21 AM
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Quote from sigchidj :
There's probably more content that makes use of the Rear Surround channels than the Rear Height channels.
That's two different contents.

Biggest challenge with 7.1 is in the average home optimal placement isn't often capable/possible.
https://www.dolby.com/siteassets/..._setup.pdf

With object based content imo 2 pairs is pretty much mandatory, not worth it if you can't/won't imo
https://www.dolby.com/siteassets/...ounted.pdf
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Big question...when is the lx505 going on sale? Usually these 2 have promotional pricing around the same time.
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W0lverin3May 5, 2024 1:57 PM
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I bought this few months ago as it was in my price range …I did configure dirac live with the mic setup but I don't really feel the sound coming out of the speakers even when I keep volume at 75% …am I missing something?
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Quote from W0lverin3 :
I bought this few months ago as it was in my price range …I did configure dirac live with the mic setup but I don't really feel the sound coming out of the speakers even when I keep volume at 75% …am I missing something?
Since Dirac Live does not include their own bass management/integration, it relies on the AVRs.
Setting those parameters prior to running Dirac is highly recommended.

Here is a very helpful video from an AV professional that worked directly with Dirac for these very helpful tips & tricks.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?si=ek...e=youtu.be
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Quote from cabernet :
Sorry, I'm a bit outdated. Last AV receiver I bought was 5.1 Are there movies that take advantage of 9.2 or are the other channels just duplicated?
In addition to what others said, you can also power zone 2 (and maybe 3 w/ this one) if you don't use all the outputs. I have patio speakers running off Zone 2 on our setup.

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fourml8rMay 6, 2024 12:01 PM
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Quote from FabulousDime5180 :
The receiver I have is worth no more than $350. It was $300 on Amazon for a refurb.
according to amazon the lowest this model has been new/used/refurb is $499.99.

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