Onkyo TX-SR701 THX Select Digital A/V Receiver Features
- 100 high-current watts x 6 channels with Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT), 192 kHz/24-bit D/A converters
- Processing for Dolby Digital/EX, DTS (including DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix 6.1, DTS Neo:6), and Dolby Pro Logic II; 39 DSP modes
- Front-panel AV/S-video inputs for camcorder or game console, 4 digital-audio inputs (3 optical, 1 coaxial)
- DVD-Audio/SACD bass management; dedicated line-level subwoofer output, FM/AM tuner with 40 presets
- Measures 17.125 x 6.875 x 17 inches (W x H x D)
Onkyo TX-SR701 THX Select Digital A/V Receiver Overviews
Step up to THX Surround EX Processing to get the most out of your movie soundtracks.Inheriting the characteristics that made its predecessor one of Onkyo's best-built receivers, the TX-SR701 now adds the guarantee of build and sound excellence that can only come from THX certification. Include the latest decoding formats including DTS 96/24 and sonic excellence provided by Onkyo's exclusive technology, and you have a receiver for those serious about their sound.
Onkyo TX-SR701 THX Select Digital A/V Receiver Specifications
For discerning audiophiles and anyone seeking high quality and home theater convenience, Onkyo's high-value TX-SR701 6.1-channel surround receiver features thunderous power, the latest surround-processing abilities, and a suite of high-end features like digital bass management for multichannel DVD-Audio and SACD music sources, sophisticated video conversion and switching capabilities, and multi-room flexibility, including Onkyo's Powered Zone 2. People new to home theater will find relief in the receiver's user-friendly design, which uses color-coded inputs and outputs, a logically laid-out front panel, and an easy-to-use, preprogrammed/learning remote control. Those looking to upgrade their current home theater receiver will be impressed with the receiver's six, high-current channels (100 watts per channel) and processing for all major surround formats, and then some, including Dolby Digital EX (6.1) and DTS-ES. Onkyo's Powered Zone 2 capability can be used to power stereo speakers in a second room as well as in the main zone, thanks to a dedicated set of zone 2 L/R speaker terminals. The receiver is capable of processing separate stereo sources simultaneously for each zone, or sending the same signal to both. There's also a set of zone-2 preamplifier outs that can be used in conjunction with an external power amplifier. The TX-SR701's 5.1-channel analog input includes sophisticated bass management capabilities, which can be critical for enjoying high-resolution DVD-Audio and SACD with a multichannel speaker system. Incoming signals are digitized and then processed by the receiver's DSP to route low-frequency information to a subwoofer while excluding deep bass from small satellite speakers that are not meant to handle deep bass. The subwoofer crossover is selectable at 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, or 150 Hz for optimal integration with any speaker arrangement. This feature can also be bypassed with Onkyo's exclusive Pure Audio Mode for the ultimate in analog signal fidelity when with full-range speakers. Further, Onkyo includes a number of exclusive audio-enhancing features and technologies, like discrete output stages, high-bandwidth WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) and a reduced-NFB (negative feedback) amplifier design. The TX-SR701 handles a range of audio and video sources, from front-panel audio/video/S-video jacks for simple hookups with camcorders, game consoles, and VCRs, to multiple rear-panel inputs. Rear connections include 2 high-resolution component-video inputs and a set of multichannel RCA analog inputs (perfect for use with a DVD-Audio or SACD player's high-resolution analog outputs). You also get 4 digital-audio ins (3 optical, 1 coaxial) and 2 digital-audio outs (1 each optical and coaxial) for connections with DVD players, a satellite receiver, a CD recorder, MD recorder, or other gear. What's in the Box
Receiver, remote control, remote batteries, AM/FM antennas, user's manual, and warranty/registration information.
Customer Review
Best Customer Review : I am a huge audio file and a fan of Onkyo. I have had an Onkyo TXSV515ProII for a long time that was a super receiver until it died recently. With a new receiver I pretty much had my mind made up to get a new Onkyo but I compared others just to make sure I was getting the best choice. I looked at Dennon, Harmon Kardon and Yamaha and none of them compared to the Onkyo for features and sound quality. Unfortunately, Onkyo has also grown to be a little more expensive than these other choices. At the three stores I went to, to comparison shop the sales people seemed upset that I was even considering buying anything but an Onkyo. (Each sales person I talked to, personally owned an Onkyo also) The only thing I liked better about the others was the styling of the Onkyo is getting very dated. In fact, I took the feet off my old receiver and put them on the new one to jazz it up a bit. This receiver has connections for everything you have and will likely have, including phonograph input. I have mine connected with two VCRs, a cassette tape player, DVD/Laserdisc player through the component inputs, HDTV receiver connected to the fiberoptic input, digital recorder through the fiberoptic output, and also, phonograph player. This receiver is also THX 6.1 receiver and I have the full set up of speakers three surround speakers, two fronts, center and subwoofer. I also have rock speakers outside connected to the zone 2 speaker output. There are also pre-outs for the zone two speakers and a 12V DC control output to work with Niles Audio speaker switch. This way you could wire up your whole house with speakers. I have used every single feature on the receiver and am very pleased with the sound. Like my old Onkyo this handles all video switching and you can dub tapes from one source to another by selecting different inputs. I read some complaints on other sites about the volume knob. It is not linear like you would expect it to be. Between 0 and 50 on the volume knob it does not get very loud but after 60 it gets very loud quickly. This is done so that you have a wider range of control for low volume where you listen to it most. I would have bought the TXSR601 which has features more analogous to my old receiver but this one has a phonograph input. And now that I got it all the other features that this has over the 601 make me feel better about spending nearly twice as much.
Customer Review 1 : Excellent Receiver, great cost-to-quality ratio - D. Verma - Bothell, WA USA
I have had the Onkyo SR-701 for 4 months now and I think it really is a very good receiver, especially for the mid-range price tag it has (at Circuit City it was 0 at the time, though I got mine from EBay for less). This is a receiver with a lot of available connections which I frankly do not care for, but you can connect two completely different sets of speaker systems to it if you so desire. What I use it for is DVD's (and CD's), and paired with Bose Acoustimass 15 Series II speakers I get really really good sound (I do have THX component audio cable between DVD player and receiver, too). The receiver supports 6.1 sound though you really need only 5.1 for almost anything you watch. You can set individual speaker distances and the receiver adjusts the volume accordingly to provide full surround effect. The sound is very crisp, very clear, and very intense. The receiver supports THX. I had read of a couple of "quality tests" for your audio which I am happy to say my speaker-receiver combo satisfies :
(a) In the Fellowship of the Ring, when the RingWraiths surround the hobbits on the hilltop and their King moves towards Frodo, Frodo crawls away. You should hear the sound of his feet dragging/scampering on the ground even with all the music playing.
(b) For rear-positional audio, I like to check when Gandalf and Pippin enter Denethor's chamber in "Return of the King". The door shutting sound should clearly come from behind you.
(c) For overall effects, the very beginning of The Two Towers where Gandalf falls along with the Balrog is great. You should hear the crackle of fire as Gandalf hits the Balrog, and all the while the drums work your subwoofer, while the elvish chant should come from all directions, they should definitely be audible from the rear speakers. Also, immediately after this chapter, we cut to the Hobbits talking, the rear speakers again should give a very clear effect of wind moving about behind you.
All in all, if you are looking for very high quality sound at middle-class prices, this is something that I think hits the sweet spot. The side-benefit is that Onkyo is supposed to be a very reliable company and it is unlikely you will run into defects, it is like buying a Toyota or a Honda, or more appropriately a Lexus.
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