Onkyo TX-DS595 5.1 Channels Receiver

Pros: Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II, learning remote, low-distortion power amp.
Cons: Pricey.

When putting together a home-theater system, you get far more bang for your buck with money invested into audio gear than with cash sunk into a TV. While you'll have to spend at least $1,400 to get a TV with higher resolution than the current NTSC analog...

Pros: Abundant power, Dolby Pro Logic II, 4 digital assignable inputs, first rate learning remote.
Cons: No on-screen display.

Power, looks, capability, functionality -- all the hallmarks of a great car and a great A/V Receiver. If the Onkyo TX-DS595 were a car it would be after my Volvo-loving heart. Instead, you get a first rate receiver at a price that you just won't be...

Pros: 75Wx5ch, great remote, numerous inputs/outputs, excellent menus, good price
Cons: I live in an apartment complex and this badboy shakes the walls like crazy!

Well it seems like Onkyo has done it again with a great bargain hunter deal on the TX-DS595. The previous version, the TX-DS575x was acclaimed by many as the best receiver under $500 (for details of this claim check it out at www.cheaphometheater.com)....

Pros: quality receiver, lots of features, good price
Cons: none yet

Onkyo is a brand that not everybody is familiar with. But don't let that dissuade you. There is a lot to be had from an Onkyo and this receiver doesn't disappoint.

I've had previous Onkyo units for many, many years and have not had any...

Pros: Sound quality, affordable price, Prologic II, remote
Cons: With levels properly adjusted and a powered subwoofer I have not found any cons.

I replaced my Sony 5.1 ready receiver and separate Onkyo Dolby Digital decoder, a setup that cost twice as much as this receiver 4 years ago.

The biggest difference I noticed when I turned it on was the clarity of the sound. Going from 0.8%...

Pros: Great sound, high definition, good features, terrific universal remote
Cons: Not durable enough, should operate longer with no flaws

Because this unit was on sale and came with a universal remote, I opted for the Onkyo over my preferred brand, Harmon Kardon. Also, Onkyo has a great reputation, and I recommended their receivers to two former girlfriends for whom HK gear was too pricey. ...

Pros: Quality and value unparalled
Cons: none noted, except for parting with my hard-earned money.

Ah Onkyo, I hardly knew ya. But, after doing some research, I learned that this brand is in a category that is above average for build quality and sonic excellence. I feel this receiver offers an excellent value, and would meet the needs of many home...

Pros: excellent sound quality, perfect balance between performance and price
Cons: not too powerful

Recently, after making some money over the summer, I've purchased a home theater system consisting of three elements:

* a JVC AV-32WL1 wide screen TV
*an Onkyo DV-S555 DVD player (see my review titled 'Building...

Pros: Clean sound, Pro Logic II, Digital DSP, Sturdy Body.
Cons: Hard to use Users Manual

When I decided to move from an apartment to a house, I decided to by a new receiver. I had an older Pro-Logic receiver, but wanted the latest 5.1 and DTS receiver. Most of my friends and co-workers had Sony JVC or other very common named products. I...

Pros: Great for movies, great remote, well built, nice features.
Cons: Not as good for music.

I've been thirsting after a good surround sound receiver for a LONG time now. I finally bought an Onkyo 595. I have a real dilemma in buying audio equipment, namely you never really know what the unit will sound like until you hear it in your own home,...

Great buy - bought this in Malaysia for USD 470 (prices are dropping as Onkyo will launch an upgrade in April) Sounds brilliant with acoustic and jazz music but rock fans may be a little disappointed with a softer sound.