$799.99* | Onkyo TX-RZ30 9.2-Channel Network AV Receiver at Amazon

supermanrob

Jan 28, 2026 12:50 PM

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supermanrobJan 28, 2026 12:50 PM

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If you don't need more than 9 channels & after Dirac, this is likely the best choice ime.
If you're not in a hurry, the new RZ31 is scheduled for release sometime at the end of the year-beginning of 2027.
The prices should start to drop more in that timeline on this.

People claim one significant upgrade will be access to Dirac ART.
Keep in mind the likely cost of the RZ31 will be significantly higher than this & to get ART will cost you another $600 on top of that(if you use a subwoofer).

Last edited by supermanrob January 28, 2026 at 04:57 AM.

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shaddai

Jan 28, 2026 01:14 PM

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I called it over a year ago that the RZ30 is barely different from the Onkyo 7100, Integra DRX 3.4, and Pioneer 305 it's based on. It's the 1st and only in the group to get DLBC so it undercut "big brother" RZ50 in that respect.

It's just as well that the current gen of PAC AVRs didn't get Dirac ART since Dirac already have their hands full fielding the new ART adopters from Denon, Marantz, and Monoprice.

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Bulldozer6

Jan 28, 2026 02:24 PM

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Bulldozer6Jan 28, 2026 02:24 PM

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Quote from shaddai

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I called it over a year ago that the RZ30 is barely different from the Onkyo 7100, Integra DRX 3.4, and Pioneer 305 it's based on. It's the 1st and only in the group to get DLBC so it undercut "big brother" RZ50 in that respect.It's just as well that the current gen of PAC AVRs didn't get Dirac ART since Dirac already have their hands full fielding the new ART adopters from Denon, Marantz, and Monoprice.

How does this compare to denon 760h sold by Sam's club? Would you expect sound quality improvement?

juice009

Jan 28, 2026 03:46 PM

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juice009Jan 28, 2026 03:46 PM

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Quote from supermanrob

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If you don't need more than 9 channels & after Dirac, this is likely the best choice ime. If you're not in a hurry, the new RZ31 is scheduled for release sometime at the end of the year-beginning of 2027.The prices should start to drop more in that timeline on this.People claim one significant upgrade will be access to Dirac ART. Keep in mind the likely cost of the RZ31 will be significantly higher than this & to get ART will cost you another $600 on top of that(if you use a subwoofer).

Are they going to release RZ51, since RZ50 was released before RZ30. This model hasn't been updated for a while. And it would be great if they updated it with 2 independent subwoofers pre-outs.

supermanrob

Jan 28, 2026 04:11 PM

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supermanrobJan 28, 2026 04:11 PM

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Quote from shaddai

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I called it over a year ago that the RZ30 is barely different from the Onkyo 7100, Integra DRX 3.4, and Pioneer 305 it's based on. It's the 1st and only in the group to get DLBC so it undercut "big brother" RZ50 in that respect.It's just as well that the current gen of PAC AVRs didn't get Dirac ART since Dirac already have their hands full fielding the new ART adopters from Denon, Marantz, and Monoprice.

Some clarification.

The only one that was even close to "like" was the Integra even then it lacked independent sub outs & access to DLBC.

It doesn't "undercut" the RZ50.
The RZ50 powers the same 9 channels(with more power 120) but can process 11, this can not.
The RZ50 has access to DLBC, like this does.

ART is only one algorithm, you pay to play, Onkyo chose not to with those units.

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supermanrob

Jan 28, 2026 04:17 PM

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Quote from Bulldozer6

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How does this compare to denon 760h sold by Sam's club? Would you expect sound quality improvement?

There are significant differences between them, here is a comparison.

Generally speaking, you likely would hear an improvement with this over the 760.
https://www.zkelectronics.com/com...th-america

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Bulldozer6

Jan 28, 2026 04:19 PM

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Bulldozer6Jan 28, 2026 04:19 PM

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There are significant differences between them, here is a comparison. Generally speaking, you likely would hear an improvement with this over the 760.https://www.zkelectronics.com/com...th-america

Thanks for that link. I have reviewed that one in the past. It doesn't provide any info about sound quality but I'm also interested in real world differences in the calibration offerings between the two.

supermanrob

Jan 28, 2026 05:23 PM

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Quote from juice009

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Are they going to release RZ51, since RZ50 was released before RZ30. This model hasn't been updated for a while. And it would be great if they updated it with 2 independent subwoofers pre-outs.

Yes, they are also releasing the RZ51.

So far speculation is it will have 4 independent sub outs.
Likely to be true since it's rumored to offer access to ART which optimally ask for 4 independent subs.

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shaddai

Jan 28, 2026 06:27 PM

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Quote from Bulldozer6

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How does this compare to denon 760h sold by Sam's club? Would you expect sound quality improvement?

You get 2 more channels of processing on the RZ30 and slightly more power/channel but the real benefit of the RZ30 is the included Dirac basic license. This room correction is going to be better than the default provided by the likes of Denon (Audyssey), Onkyo (AccuEQ), Pioneer (MCACC), etc. Quality of the room correction is where similar AVRs start to separate from the pack! A very common feedback from folks who have calibrated their system w/Dirac is that the dialogue from the center channel has never been more intelligible!

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shaddai

Jan 28, 2026 06:37 PM

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Quote from juice009

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Are they going to release RZ51, since RZ50 was released before RZ30. This model hasn't been updated for a while. And it would be great if they updated it with 2 independent subwoofers pre-outs.

RZ51 is slated for the 2027 timeframe. It is expected to have more than 2 discrete SW outs. Folks who can't wait that long can consider Denon/Marantz but it won't be anywhere near this price point (either the RZ30 or the RZ50) since it is also Dirac ART-capable.

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supermanrob

Jan 28, 2026 06:57 PM

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Quote from Bulldozer6

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Thanks for that link. I have reviewed that one in the past. It doesn't provide any info about sound quality but I'm also interested in real world differences in the calibration offerings between the two.

That's a loaded question since there a vast many other factors that go into that question(equation) than just an AVR.

Having experience with both, I would point out a few things.
This will power speakers fairly easier.

Dirac is really good and it used to be a significant setup especially to units like the 760.
With the advent of A1EVO, it's no longer that big a difference(if at all).
One caveat, it has a learning curve & causes some confusion with the proper/optional setup.

The 760 has access to A1EVO but it only has Audyssey MultEQ.

The included Dirac on this doesn't offer their sub/bass correction but you can add it for $300.
You don't lose that with A1EVO.

Cost makes that question exponentially much more complicated.
I will say for the cost, this offers quite a bit of value imo.

Last edited by supermanrob January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM.

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eruisi

Jan 29, 2026 07:20 PM

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eruisiJan 29, 2026 07:20 PM

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Can I config RZ30 this way:
When I don't play music in Zone2/3, then I can get 5.2.4 or 7.2.2 in main zone (Zone2/3 should have no sound)
If I need to play music in Zone2 or Zone 3 (not both), then I can still get 5.2.2 in main zone, and I can switch on/off main and zone2/3 independently.
I thought a lot but couldn't figure out a way of connection.
Thanks

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