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Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver

$579

$1,500

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Adorama has Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver (DRX3.4M2BMDD) for $579. Shipping is free.

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Includes:
  • Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver
  • Remote Controller (RC-973R)
  • 2x AAA Batteries for Remote
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • Quick Start Guide
Features:
  • 5.2.4/7.2.2-ch Dolby Atmos and DTS: X playback
  • 9.2-ch multichannel pre-outs
  • IMAX Enhanced certified for IMAX digital remasters
  • Independent tone controls (bass/treble) for all channels
  • Works with Sonos supporting multiple Sonos Connect/Port control and Volume Passthrough mode
  • AirPlay 2 multi-room audio with Siri voice control
  • Dedicated gold-plated Zone 2 and Zone 3 speaker outputs
  • Ethernet LAN terminal

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Update: This popular front page deal is still available.

Adorama has Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver (DRX3.4M2BMDD) for $579. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver
  • Remote Controller (RC-973R)
  • 2x AAA Batteries for Remote
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • Quick Start Guide
Features:
  • 5.2.4/7.2.2-ch Dolby Atmos and DTS: X playback
  • 9.2-ch multichannel pre-outs
  • IMAX Enhanced certified for IMAX digital remasters
  • Independent tone controls (bass/treble) for all channels
  • Works with Sonos supporting multiple Sonos Connect/Port control and Volume Passthrough mode
  • AirPlay 2 multi-room audio with Siri voice control
  • Dedicated gold-plated Zone 2 and Zone 3 speaker outputs
  • Ethernet LAN terminal

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Written by persian_mafia | Staff

Original Post

Written by iconian | Staff

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Dec 17, 2024 5:35 PM
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BudarowDec 17, 2024 5:35 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
The other misconception with this imo is that only the LCRs really matters.
Imo every speaker matters for optimal sound quality.

As far as the $50 receiver, you can get legacy ones for close to that that will drive $3000 speakers very well.
Especially for a 5.1 setup imo. 😜
Yeah... my generous neighbor gave me a high end yamaha receiver built in Japan and it had umpteen input/outputs; however, they were all composite! Great for playing vinyl, but that's about it. LOL.

On a side note regarding "quality" receivers. My 2007 Onkyo TX-SR604 somehow survived a lightning strike 10 years ago which literly almost hit my house! The boom and flash came simultaneously. It fried 2 outside gfi electrical sockets on my deck, a gfi socket inside my house, a circuit breaker in my interior electrical panel in the basement, the HDMI port of my projector, and "smoked" ( i.e. turned the inside of the clear plastic insulation wrap of the copper speaker cables to a smokey gray color). Everything was plugged into a somewhat "quality" surge protector. Good thing the stereo was not on at the time.

Fyi...I always buy quality items, but with"best bang for buck" in mind! HAHAHA!
Last edited by Budarow December 17, 2024 at 09:56 AM.
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Dec 17, 2024 9:04 PM
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PureDreamsDec 17, 2024 9:04 PM
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Quote from GingerBear :
If I connect the receiver via that cheap HDMI arc adapter I have it works fine. The problem is very specifically ARC related. It will even show the volume changing, CEC is working.

Given that I had handshake issues with the RZ-50 Onkyo has a problem. My $20 ARC adapter from Amazon doesn't do this, nor does my budget Denon receiver.

Also doesn't do this when used outside of ARC/EARC.
HDMI eARC has a much higher bandwidth than HDMI ARC. That would explain why the adapter works since cheap/older HDMI cables won't be an issue. Most people that had issues with eARC on the Integra DRX 3.4 and RZ50 were resolved with using new 48 Gbps certified HDMI cables (some brands resolved the issue, others didn't) or if the HDMI cables were longer than 9.8' using optical HDMI cables or V5 HDMI injector fixed the problem. One person reported a streaming device connected to the AVR input 4 caused eARC problems, resolved by using input 3. Keep in mind that if this was a widespread issue effecting all owners of this model there would be a lot more people complaining about it in the forums then there are.

Cable TV boxes can cause HDMI CEC issues with eARC devices. If your using a cable TV box then you could try disconnecting it and using their app instead, if they have one, to view TV channels. Alternatively, you could disable CEC on the cable box if that's available in the settings.
Dec 17, 2024 10:03 PM
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mongorianbeefDec 17, 2024 10:03 PM
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Quote from supermanrob :
I would suggest figuring out which layouts your environment will best support then find which one you ultimately want. You can start here: https://www.dolby.com/about/suppo...up-guides/ The quality of the speakers are the most critical for best sound quality. I would suggest concentrating on building a 5.1 1st.I understand "Atmos/X" is the rage but it's only as good as your core/base layer(5.1) setup imo.Good luck.
thanks, i plan on getting nice speakers with it as well, again since i have an employee discount i am heavily skewing toward jbl, infinity, or any of the HK (now samsung) subsidiaries since the price/performance comes more in line.
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Dec 18, 2024 2:13 AM
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vince1015Dec 18, 2024 2:13 AM
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Quote from GingerBear :
I haven't been able to test DIRAC fully because I have to factory reset the receiver every day. At first listen it's no better than my old receiver. Then again my old TX-SR876 was an absolute beast.

I did some digging on AVS forum and other people have the same issue. Something is up with the way this receiver handshakes. I even got the AMP Speakers message another owner got after a firmware update.

If I connect the receiver via that cheap HDMI arc adapter I have it works fine. The problem is very specifically ARC related. It will even show the volume changing, CEC is working.

Given that I had handshake issues with the RZ-50 Onkyo has a problem. My $20 ARC adapter from Amazon doesn't do this, nor does my budget Denon receiver.

Also doesn't do this when used outside of ARC/EARC.
Mine works great so far. LG tv. My old DTR 30.6 had audio dropout if you turned the volume up or down, and ARC disconnects with my old Vizio tv. No issues so far with this one.

There is just no way any receiver sounds any different from any other receiver. They have .08% THD. So the amps are rated to sound 99.92% identical to all other receivers and the only difference there could be is the room correction implementation, power, or components. iMO Dirac live is unbeatable by any of the alternatives so I just can't see how this wouldn't sound better given a proper room correction setup.
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Dec 18, 2024 2:32 AM
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bcm00reDec 18, 2024 2:32 AM
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Quote from vince1015 :
There is just no way any receiver sounds any different from any other receiver. They have .08% THD. So the amps are rated to sound 99.92% identical to all other receivers and the only difference there could be is the room correction implementation, power, or components. .
LOL, that simply isn't true at all! There is so so much more than just THD that defines sound.
Last edited by bcm00re December 17, 2024 at 06:36 PM.
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Dec 18, 2024 2:38 AM
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namlookDec 18, 2024 2:38 AM
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Quote from FabulousBelieve394 :
I had this briefly when it came out. It's worth about $450.
Which other receiver matches these features for $450?
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Dec 18, 2024 3:17 PM
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shaddaiDec 18, 2024 3:17 PM
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Quote from bcm00re :
LOL, that simply isn't true at all! There is so so much more than just THD that defines sound.
Exactly! Like how any given AVR handles 8 ohm nominal loads vs 4 ohm nominal, etc!
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Dec 18, 2024 11:05 PM
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FabulousBelieve394Dec 18, 2024 11:05 PM
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Quote from bcm00re :
Well that statement doesn't mean anything without details to explain it. As it stands now, you come off sounding like a troll with an agenda.
It kept jumping to 100% volume on its own. No agenda just my experience and opinion.
Dec 18, 2024 11:06 PM
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FabulousBelieve394Dec 18, 2024 11:06 PM
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Quote from namlook :
Which other receiver matches these features for $450?
I settled on a Yamaha A2A when it was on sale for $450 around 4 or 5 months ago. So far so good.
Dec 18, 2024 11:08 PM
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FabulousBelieve394Dec 18, 2024 11:08 PM
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Quote from bcm00re :
LOL, that simply isn't true at all! There is so so much more than just THD that defines sound.
I wish that was the case.
Dec 18, 2024 11:19 PM
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FabulousBelieve394Dec 18, 2024 11:19 PM
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Quote from Junk_Drawer :
Maybe if I was strung out on meth and trying to pawn it for Jellyroll tickets.

There is no reciever at this price with 9 channels, pre outs, HDMI 2.1 on all ports, and Dirac built in. Also higher grade components compared to similar Onkyo and Pioneer models.
Glad you are happy with the one you have but my experience was not good. Thankfully I was right in front of it when it decided to turn itself to 100% volume 3 times so I was able to turn it down before it fried my speakers. I was being charitable at $450 based on my experience.
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Dec 18, 2024 11:21 PM
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FabulousBelieve394Dec 18, 2024 11:21 PM
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Quote from namlook :
Which other receiver matches these features for $450?
Any of the ones that do not turn the volume to 100% on their own.
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Dec 18, 2024 11:37 PM
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namlookDec 18, 2024 11:37 PM
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Quote from FabulousBelieve394 :
I settled on a Yamaha A2A when it was on sale for $450 around 4 or 5 months ago. So far so good.
Does that have Dirac Live like this one?
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Dec 18, 2024 11:39 PM
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namlookDec 18, 2024 11:39 PM
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Quote from FabulousBelieve394 :
Any of the ones that do not turn the volume to 100% on their own.
Did you exchange it and have the same issue?
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Quote from FabulousBelieve394 :
It kept jumping to 100% volume on its own. No agenda just my experience and opinion.
Just because you got a lemon (or found a CEC or ARC incompatibility with your other equipment) doesn't mean this Integra is "only worth $450". It sounds more like a lazy hyperbole from someone with sour grapes.
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