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Oct 9, 2026 10:01 PM

9.2-Ch Onkyo TX-NR7100 AV Receiver

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Adorama has 9.2-Channel Onkyo TX-NR7100 8K/4K Network A/V Receiver on sale for $749 - $150 when you apply coupon code JHCE9926 at checkout = $599. Shipping is free.

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About the Product:
  • 9.2-Channel
  • 8K/4K Network A/V Receiver
  • 220W/Channel Select Dynamic Audio Amplification (DAA)
  • 4-16 Ohms Speaker Impedance
  • 40 Station FM/AM Preset Memory
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer/DTS Virtual
  • IMAX Enhanced/DTS
  • THX Certified Reference Sound
  • Works w/ SONOS Certified Product
Includes:
  • Onkyo TX-NR7100 9.2-Channel 8K/4K Network A/V Receiver
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • Remote Control
  • 2x AAA Batteries (R03)
  • 2-Year Onkyo Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • This offer matches the previous +406 Frontpage deal.
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $150 less (20% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $749 at the time of this post.
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 25+ Adorama customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Update: This popular Frontpage deal is available again.

Adorama has 9.2-Channel Onkyo TX-NR7100 8K/4K Network A/V Receiver on sale for $749 - $150 when you apply coupon code JHCE9926 at checkout = $599. Shipping is free.

Note: Coupon code is applied at the "Do you have a gift card or promo code?" link at the top of the payment box.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

About the Product:
  • 9.2-Channel
  • 8K/4K Network A/V Receiver
  • 220W/Channel Select Dynamic Audio Amplification (DAA)
  • 4-16 Ohms Speaker Impedance
  • 40 Station FM/AM Preset Memory
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer/DTS Virtual
  • IMAX Enhanced/DTS
  • THX Certified Reference Sound
  • Works w/ SONOS Certified Product
Includes:
  • Onkyo TX-NR7100 9.2-Channel 8K/4K Network A/V Receiver
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • Power Cord
  • Remote Control
  • 2x AAA Batteries (R03)
  • 2-Year Onkyo Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • This offer matches the previous +406 Frontpage deal.
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $150 less (20% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $749 at the time of this post.
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 25+ Adorama customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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The TX NR7100 stands out as a budget friendly way to get Dirac Live, with onboard room correction and 7.2.2 support making it especially appealing at $599. The price is often framed as the cheapest current entry into Dirac, and the sound is described as strong enough to replace older Onkyo, Denon, Integra, and Harman Kardon receivers. The main tradeoffs are its age, lack of pre outs, and parallel sub outs, which limit future expansion. There are also repeated concerns about warm running, power limiting with low impedance speakers, and occasional reliability or recovery issues.

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  • It is the cheapest Dirac AVR in this class, but the RZ30 and RZ50 add useful extras like pre-outs and, on the RZ30, DLBC and independent sub outs. If Dirac is the main goal, the 7100 is the budget pick; if expansion and bass correction matter more, the RZ30 is the stronger upgrade.

  • No pre-outs are included, and the two subwoofer outputs are parallel rather than independent. That makes it less flexible for external amplification or advanced bass management than newer models like the RZ30.

  • It can be a challenge with true 3-4 ohm speakers, especially at louder listening levels. It is generally considered fine for normal listening with typical 8-ohm home theater setups, but low-impedance speakers may be better matched to a higher-tier model or an external amp.

  • Yes. The receiver can reduce output on low-impedance loads without a clear on-screen warning, and restoring full operation may require unplugging it and plugging it back in. This is most relevant with 4-ohm or lower speakers; true 8-ohm nominal speakers are less likely to trigger it.

  • Yes. Dirac Live is onboard with no extra charge, which is the main reason this model is still attractive at $599. It is also described as the least expensive way to get Dirac Live right now.

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Oct 24, 2026 7:37 PM
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imdjayOct 24, 2026 7:37 PM
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Been using this In our screening room with polk es speakers.
Was great for a long time until someone decided to show off how loud it could get and not be heard outside our thick walls. Claimed he had it on 95 and left it there for some minutes. Unit died. Thankfully still under warranty and they did fix, but it took a long time to get it back. The tech said they could see it was at 97, but duno if that was real or a guess.
Oct 24, 2026 8:07 PM
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shaddaiOct 24, 2026 8:07 PM
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Quote from hy_tek View quoted comment :
Is there such a thing as a reasonably priced AVR with preouts used or new that will drive 3-4ohm front speakers? Not sure this unit has enough power. The rest are 8ohms.
No, not by SD definition of "reasonable ".
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Oct 24, 2026 8:40 PM
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Quote from hy_tek View quoted comment :
Is there such a thing as a reasonably priced AVR with preouts used or new that will drive 3-4ohm front speakers? Not sure this unit has enough power. The rest are 8ohms.
Nope. You'd have to go for a mid- to upper-tier AVR to get pre-outs. In the case of Denon, that would mean the X1800/2800 for front L/R pre-outs, and X3800/3900 for full surround pre-outs. The X3800 current goes for $1850 on Amazon. You'd be better off getting a used mid/upper tier receiver 5-10 years old with pre-outs for maybe $200-400, if you don't mind not having the "latest and greatest" industry gimmicks of the year (connection formats, decoding formats, etc.)

THIS is what makes the Onkyo RZ50 such a steal when it's on sale for $800 from Adorama---it has full pre-outs at half the cost of the Denon.
Last edited by Zorba1446 October 24, 2026 at 02:03 PM.
Oct 24, 2026 8:40 PM
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BobleoOct 24, 2026 8:40 PM
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Great deal before new models
Oct 24, 2026 8:54 PM
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supermanrobOct 24, 2026 8:54 PM
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Quote from hy_tek View quoted comment :
Is there such a thing as a reasonably priced AVR with preouts used or new that will drive 3-4ohm front speakers? Not sure this unit has enough power. The rest are 8ohms.
Yes you can definitely find or run into one used. Especially nowadays with people switching to soundbars.
Oct 24, 2026 9:00 PM
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supermanrobOct 24, 2026 9:00 PM
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Quote from wm_eng View quoted comment :
This or TX-RZ50?
For the same price the RZ50.
If not, the extra cost buys you two extra processing channels, pre outs & access to DLBC.
Keep in mind the sub pre outs on the RZ50 are also mono/parallel.

If those aren't needed, this is likely the better option ime.
Oct 24, 2026 9:23 PM
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bill343Oct 24, 2026 9:23 PM
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Seems like a good price.

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Oct 24, 2026 9:47 PM
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shaddaiOct 24, 2026 9:47 PM
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Quote from Zorba1446 View quoted comment :
Nope. You'd have to go for a mid- to upper-tier AVR to get pre-outs. In the case of Denon, that would mean the X1800/2800 for front L/R pre-outs, and X3800/3900 for full surround pre-outs. The X3800 current goes for $1850 on Amazon. You'd be better off getting a used mid/upper tier receiver 5-10 years old with pre-outs for maybe $200-400, if you don't mind not having the "latest and greatest" industry gimmicks of the year (connection formats, decoding formats, etc.)

THIS is what makes the Onkyo RZ50 such a steal when it's on sale for $800 from Adorama---it has full pre-outs at half the cost of the Denon.
Pretty sure the newer 3900 is $1849. The 3800 should be discounted (if you can find one).
Oct 24, 2026 10:24 PM
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hy_tekOct 24, 2026 10:24 PM
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Quote from supermanrob View quoted comment :
Yes you can definitely find or run into one used. Especially nowadays with people switching to soundbars.
Any suggestions as to which make and models to look for used. The amount of receivers on Ebay is overwhelming. I don't care about the latest and greatest just the power and HDMI 4k or better inputs.
Oct 24, 2026 10:27 PM
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hy_tekOct 24, 2026 10:27 PM
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Quote from Zorba1446 View quoted comment :
Nope. You'd have to go for a mid- to upper-tier AVR to get pre-outs. In the case of Denon, that would mean the X1800/2800 for front L/R pre-outs, and X3800/3900 for full surround pre-outs. The X3800 current goes for $1850 on Amazon. You'd be better off getting a used mid/upper tier receiver 5-10 years old with pre-outs for maybe $200-400, if you don't mind not having the "latest and greatest" industry gimmicks of the year (connection formats, decoding formats, etc.)

THIS is what makes the Onkyo RZ50 such a steal when it's on sale for $800 from Adorama---it has full pre-outs at half the cost of the Denon.
See that's the issue I don't know what mid to upper tier used receivers I should be considering. I figured the pre outs would guarantee I can upgrade the front amps if needed to drive my Dynaudio Audience 72s. Have you got any units you can recommend?
Oct 24, 2026 11:05 PM
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EnceladusOct 24, 2026 11:05 PM
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Quote from dclive View quoted comment :
I had no issue connecting to mine; it works fine for shooting Apple Music to it. What else should an AVR do? Sorry - I'm completely confused - the WAP GUI allows you to connect to a WAP, and the AVR has the normal music endpoints on it all the other AVRs have. What's missing or what's wrong exactly ?
Just as I said above - none are true "I'm tossing this piece of junk" showstoppers and the audio quality is good. But I would think that having playback control buttons on a receiver remote would allow seamless control of the CD player, given that BOTH OF THESE DEVICES ARE MADE BY THE SAME COMPANY. And that's just one of those annoyances.
Oct 24, 2026 11:48 PM
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supermanrobOct 24, 2026 11:48 PM
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Quote from hy_tek View quoted comment :
Any suggestions as to which make and models to look for used. The amount of receivers on Ebay is overwhelming. I don't care about the latest and greatest just the power and HDMI 4k or better inputs.
Those Dynaudios really prefer solid clean power.
I would recommend looking for used 2-3 channel external amp.
The receiver, look for popular brands with features you just mentioned/need.
Last edited by supermanrob October 25, 2026 at 04:20 AM.
Oct 24, 2026 11:55 PM
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cloud344Oct 24, 2026 11:55 PM
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Good deal
Yesterday 12:31 AM
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ravennevarYesterday 12:31 AM
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Quote from shaddai View quoted comment :
Not apples to apples. The equivalent to your RZ900 is the RZ70. Since you've waited this long, would you consider waiting for the RZ71 or you're only shopping by budget?https://www.zkelectronics.com/com...o-tx-rz900
I see what you mean. My biggest issue is passthrough at 4K/60Hz and HDR/DV formats since it's connected to an LG C5. I have a workaround with an Orei 8k audio extractor but I lose HDMI control for the receiver. Otherwise, the RZ900 is a beast.

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ThriftyPaylessYesterday 1:09 AM
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I hate AI, but sometimes its correct:

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It can be incredibly frustrating when a newer, higher-end receiver doesn't give you the same musical satisfaction as an older model you loved. While the Onkyo TX-NR7100 is technically superior on paper with its advanced processing, 9 channels, and premium features, your ears aren't playing tricks on you. There are several concrete engineering and configuration reasons why digital files (like MP3s, FLACs, or AAC streams) might sound warmer, punchier, or simply "better" to you on your older Onkyo TX-NR676.

Why the TX-NR676 Might Sound Better to You

• The Dirac Live vs. AccuEQ Factor: This is the most likely culprit. The TX-NR7100 uses Dirac Live, an incredibly powerful room correction software. However, Dirac aims for a highly accurate, reference-flat response that can sometimes strip away the "fun," bass-heavy warmth you might be used to. The TX-NR676 uses Onkyo's basic AccuEQ system, which leaves the natural sound signature of your front left and right music speakers mostly untouched, often resulting in a warmer, more familiar sound for music.
• Aggressive Digital Filters: The TX-NR7100 has adjustable digital filter settings (Sharp, Slow, Auto) built into its newer DAC architecture. If it is set to "Sharp," compressed digital audio files can end up sounding overly analytical, harsh, or fatiguing in the high frequencies compared to the smoother processing on the NR676.
• Crossover and Subwoofer Hand-off: On newer Onkyo firmware, room calibration can sometimes defaults to aggressive crossover points (like cutting off bass at 80Hz or higher). If you are listening to music on the 7100, it might be starving your main tower or bookshelf speakers of their lower-end punch, whereas the NR676 may have been running them full-range."

""The difference in how digital music sounds between these two receivers largely comes down to a major hardware change in Onkyo's manufacturing line. The Onkyo TX-NR676 uses a highly regarded AKM (Asahi Kasei Microdevices) DAC chip, while the Onkyo TX-NR7100 uses a TI (Texas Instruments) Burr-Brown DAC.
This shift completely altered the baseline sound profile of Onkyo receivers, changing the way raw digital audio is translated into sound."

"The AKM AK4458 is widely considered the better DAC for stereo music and digital files. Music isn't meant to be perfectly flat or clinical; it relies on rhythm, warmth, and a smooth top-end so your ears don't get tired. The AKM chip excels at making digital streams sound less robotic and more like a vinyl record or tape."

Ill stick to my NR676, I have the 2 consoles and gaming pc with a RTX5080 direct to the OLED, 4k Blue Ray and Apple TV through the receiver. The gaming 120hz is just fine with reguar audio passed through optical or basic HDMI ARC. I could carless about Dirac or "calibration". I let my ears and brain and the unit's settings to do the calibrating. It not like all the music I listen too all are flat and mastered all the same.
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