Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2-Channel 8K A/V Receiver $1500 + Free S/H

supermanrob

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supermanrob

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Once again, if you need 11 internal powered channels and after Dirac, this unit is hard to beat imo.

lr-pal

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lr-palToday 03:56 AM

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I picked this up during the recent sale (similar to this one about three weeks ago). I was honestly a bit skeptical at first about the condition, but after receiving it, I was glad to see it was brand new and in perfect shape. I also paid extra for shipping/handling protection for peace of mind, and in my opinion, it was worth it.

I've set it up in a 3.1.2 configuration so far (all svs speakers), and even at this stage, the experience has been absolutely mind-blowing. I'm coming from a Sonos 5.1 system, and the difference is truly night and day.

Action scenes and even music tracks hit on a completely different level — I've been getting goosebumps frequently, something I honestly haven't experienced in years.

Looking forward to expanding the setup further, but even now, this has been one of the best upgrades I've made.

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Volumnus

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VolumnusToday 04:57 AM

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Quote from lr-pal

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I picked this up during the recent sale (similar to this one about three weeks ago). I was honestly a bit skeptical at first about the condition, but after receiving it, I was glad to see it was brand new and in perfect shape. I also paid extra for shipping/handling protection for peace of mind, and in my opinion, it was worth it.

I've set it up in a 3.1.2 configuration so far (all svs speakers), and even at this stage, the experience has been absolutely mind-blowing. I'm coming from a Sonos 5.1 system, and the difference is truly night and day.

Action scenes and even music tracks hit on a completely different level — I've been getting goosebumps frequently, something I honestly haven't experienced in years.

Looking forward to expanding the setup further, but even now, this has been one of the best upgrades I've made.

I just ordered it. Today I boxed up and sent in my Denon AVR-X6700H for repair. There is no telling how long the repair process will take, so I went ahead and got this one. With the Denon (plus a 2-channel external amp and 2 subwoofer y-adpaters), I've been running a 9.4.4 channel system. With the Onkyo, I'll be losing the Wide speakers, but they get almost no use anyway except in multichannel stereo mode. The Klipsch towers I'm using as my Wides are just taking up space.

Last edited by Volumnus April 17, 2026 at 09:59 PM.

maheeinfy

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maheeinfyToday 06:00 AM

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How is the build and sound compared to Yamaha a8a
I know Dirac is likely better than ypao. But i like to setup manually

supermanrob

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supermanrob

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Quote from Volumnus

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I just ordered it. Today I boxed up and sent in my Denon AVR-X6700H for repair. There is no telling how long the repair process will take, so I went ahead and got this one. With the Denon (plus a 2-channel external amp and 2 subwoofer y-adpaters), I've been running a 9.4.4 channel system. With the Onkyo, I'll be losing the Wide speakers, but they get almost no use anyway except in multichannel stereo mode. The Klipsch towers I'm using as my Wides are just taking up space.

You might need to double check the implementation/configuration of the wides if you're getting nothing. They are designed to widen your front soundstage, as name implies. When set up correctly, it should be obvious ime. Why the y-adapters, it has 2 independent subs out & RC support for them. You will need to add DLBC to this for Dirac's subwoofer RC support. You don't lose it with the 6700.Did you ever look into or try A1EVO Express? It's free and gives you comparable performance of both Dirac Live & DLBC.You also lose the capability of 3 pairs of object based positions(only two on this).With object based soundtracks, you're better using 3 pairs(ie 5.2.6 offer,7.2.6) ime.

Volumnus

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VolumnusToday 06:07 AM

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Quote from maheeinfy

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How is the build and sound compared to Yamaha a8a
I know Dirac is likely better than ypao. But i like to setup manually

Like you, I'm accustomed to a different calibration system. I've been using Audyssey A1 EVO for years. I don't know anything about Dirac except that I will need to pay $300 extra for Direct Live Bass Control because I run multiple subs.

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