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Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 11.4-Channel AV Receiver

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$2,999

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Best Buy has Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 11.4-Channel AV Receiver for $1499. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.

Thanks to Community Member supermanrob for posting this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location

Includes:
  • Remote Controller
  • Speaker Set-Up Microphone
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Features:
  • Theater-quality picture
  • Phase control and lossless sound
  • 8K/4K Ultra HD capabilities
  • All Encompassing Sound

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Best Buy has Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 11.4-Channel AV Receiver for $1499. Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.

Thanks to Community Member supermanrob for posting this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location

Includes:
  • Remote Controller
  • Speaker Set-Up Microphone
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Features:
  • Theater-quality picture
  • Phase control and lossless sound
  • 8K/4K Ultra HD capabilities
  • All Encompassing Sound

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Written by SubZero5 | Staff

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Written by supermanrob

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Model: Pioneer ELITE VSX-LX805 11.4 Channel AV Receiver - Black

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sigchidj
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This is in a totally different class than the 3800 with 11 channels Powered + XLR + Dirac
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When was the last time THX meant something (probably when Lucas was still making Star Wars movies)? I wouldn't lose any sleep over the lack of THX!

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Quote from excxflyr :
Curious about the price drop after they just announced the RZ30? Are more new offerings coming out?
Yes that's a little perplexing on Onkyo's part!
The RZ30s only real benefit over the RZ50 is/was 2 independent sub outs & DLBC.
Then they go and will be adding DLBC to the RZ50! 🤔
You can get the RZ50 right now for $799!

As far as Pioneer, this is the only one that gets DLBC but the Integra DRX 5.4 will be getting it also.
Thats gonna make this a hard sale for the prior price.
Makes sense why they might drop this to this price imo.

https://www.dirac.com/online-stor...q0VAScW4gf
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I was actually considering paying way more than I would have imagined for a receiver for a minute there and then I noticed that this thing is over 18 inches deep. Is that true?
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Quote from rkkzzm :
Commenting to follow the thread
Agreed.
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Has Adorama been cheaper?
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Just a heads up - before ordering I chatted by text with a best buy associate to see if there is a restocking fee if I open it up, try it out and don't like it. - and then box it back up and return it. (Even though $1500 is a good deal it's still a lot to blindly buy something without knowing how it sounds/ works.) The associate said there's no restock fee and that that's fine. But you only have 14 days to decide before you can't return it.

- But just in case I took snapshots of the chat. I'd encourage everyone to do that for themselves as peace of mind.

And thanks OP for finding this deal.
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turnne
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Wow..on this price

I think this is basically the Onkyo RZ70 architecture, though one of the reviewers says the Pioneer sound brighter to him than the RZ 70.. And published AV professionals have said that the RZ70 is the best AVR out there under $3K
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How does this model compare with the 505?

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grey1988
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Do any of these have digital zone 2 and 3. I ready need that function
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Quote from zevonangel :
Just a heads up - before ordering I chatted by text with a best buy associate to see if there is a restocking fee if I open it up, try it out and don't like it. - and then box it back up and return it. (Even though $1500 is a good deal it's still a lot to blindly buy something without knowing how it sounds/ works.) The associate said there's no restock fee and that that's fine. But you only have 14 days to decide before you can't return it.

- But just in case I took snapshots of the chat. I'd encourage everyone to do that for themselves as peace of mind.

And thanks OP for finding this deal.
Might be worth the 50 bucks for best buy program to extened the return policy
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CharlieC9067
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Quote from excxflyr :
Is the lack of thx modes on the lx805 vs the RZ70 a factor or considered a miss for the pricier sibling?
thx is dead, well not entirely, its just how loud do you want to go
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Quote from nyrmetros :
How does this model compare with the 505?
The LX505 is a midship receiver, which is great bang for your buck considering Dirac.. there are built-in nanies if running 4ohm speakers at ear splitting levels.
This LX805 is better in every way with the option to upgrade to DLBC. It is Pioneers current flagship that competes with receivers that retail $5k+...
Built like a tank and has enough juice to not need external amplification, which makes for a 1 box solution if limited on space.
Last edited by JonathanJ7608 September 11, 2024 at 06:42 PM.
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Had VSX-LX805 in my alerts. Thanks OP.
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Quote from zevonangel :
Just a heads up - before ordering I chatted by text with a best buy associate to see if there is a restocking fee if I open it up, try it out and don't like it. - and then box it back up and return it. (Even though $1500 is a good deal it's still a lot to blindly buy something without knowing how it sounds/ works.) The associate said there's no restock fee and that that's fine. But you only have 14 days to decide before you can't return it.

- But just in case I took snapshots of the chat. I'd encourage everyone to do that for themselves as peace of mind.

And thanks OP for finding this deal.
Here is Best Buy's return policy.
Doesn't look like receivers fall under the restocking fee.

Yes just audition within the 15 days to see if it works for you.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/help...0800050014
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Quote from cbatc :
Might be worth the 50 bucks for best buy program to extened the return policy
Do you know if that option is still available after I've purchased the AVR?

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Quote from nyrmetros :
How does this model compare with the 505?
You're better off considering the Onkyo RZ50 a better comparison and it's at $799 right now.
It's been out for 3+ years and many have been very satisfied with it.

This is only really advantageous if you need 150 watts for all 11 channels & won't be using the pre outs at all.

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