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Sony STRDN1080 7.2 CH 4K UHD AV Receiver $732.93 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU

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Great deal on what is meant to be a great AV Receiver. Excellent reviews all round and still tops review lists even though years old. RRP has recently changed in Australia and hard to get under 1100 ~ 1200. Can't comment on sound quality as I only have Onkyo and Denon. Really is a drama posting on a phone, not sure why it has to be so hard but anyway. Don't have a link but look it up on Amazon. Ain't hard

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  • pennypacker on 09/12/2020 - 21:30
    +15

    Just a warning that with previous receivers, Sony arbitrarily made legacy products unsupported with the app.

    With the update to ver.5.2, Music Center will no longer be compatible with STR-DN850/STR-DN1050/ICF-CS20BT/XDR-DS21BT

    Play Store Review: Planned obsolescence in action here: "With the update to ver.5.2, Music Center will no longer be compatible with STR-DN850" You think by removing features from my STRDN850, you'll force me to upgrade to the latest Sony model? Nope! Because its features will be cut back in a couple of years too. Wont be buying Sony again.

    I only had a couple of years of service with the app before it was unsupported, which removed quite a few features from the receiver.

    • plmko on 09/12/2020 - 21:33
      -6

      Just download the app APK for an old version. RIP to Apple users but you gotta use Android for what Android is best for.

      • pennypacker on 09/12/2020 - 21:34
        +8

        I'm not an Apple user, but sure, that would have been an option, although one I'm not willing to entertain for an ~$800 product.

        • plmko on 09/12/2020 - 21:38
          -2

          $800 is peanuts for an AV amp, but I digress you can either let it become a useless paper weight and complain or you can make the mental leap to empower yourself.

          BTW I just bought this, thanks OP.

          • pennypacker on 09/12/2020 - 21:41
            +5

            @plmko: I didn't say I let it become a useless paperweight, that's some imagination. Not my Play Store review above, mind you. I have, however, resolved to never buy another Sony receiver again.

      • kaleidoscope on 09/12/2020 - 22:53
        +4

        gotta use Android for what Android is best for.

        So your definition of what Android is best for is the ability to sideload non maintained obsolete apks?

    • Nom on 09/12/2020 - 21:58
      +8

      What does the app actually do ?

    • odysseus on 09/12/2020 - 23:45
      +1

      Yep, similar issue that Sony got rid of a simple AM socket, a <$5 component, on this receiver so I don't recommend this in the past either. Which is very poor cost cutting for a flagship product.

      With Sony they often discontinue support after a couple of years, and then you're left with a useless expensive piece of equipment.

  • cplagz on 09/12/2020 - 21:38

    So will this do dual HDMI out? I want to use 1 feed direct to TV for ARC/HDCP support, and 1 feed into downscaler>raspi for Ambilight

  • noise36 on 09/12/2020 - 21:44
    -6

    Old tech don't bother

    • scuderiarmani on 09/12/2020 - 22:01
      +4

      Yeah need 8k cause why?

      • noise36 on 09/12/2020 - 22:12
        +2

        I need a receiver that isn't obsolete.

        It doesn't even have eARC which would at least make it useful for a few years.

        • get-innocuous on 09/12/2020 - 22:45
          +1

          No eARC is a big downside, actually. You can get around lack of HDMI 2.1 by plugging a console directly into your TV but you want eARC support for it.

          I don't know what the crossover of console owners and 7.2 sound systems, since everything else (other consoles, 4k Blu-Ray, streaming etc) is fine with HDMI 2.0 but 🤷‍♀️

          • tonyjzx on 09/12/2020 - 22:46
            +1

            @get-innocuous: If this lacks a feature you want then my first response would be to move on and not bother at all…

            • get-innocuous on 09/12/2020 - 23:04

              @tonyjzx: Yeah I mean I guess people probably aren't going to buy $700 worth of receiver without checking some specs but still I think it's a good thing for someone to note in the comments. I would have assumed it came with it.

          • GunnerMcDagget on 10/12/2020 - 06:50
            +1

            @get-innocuous: It has eARC but no HDMI 2.1

            Unfortunately right now there's no real HDMI 2.1 amps available. All current HDMI 2.1 amps don't work well with XSX/PS5. Not sure if they are going to be able to fix the issue via updates.

            So it comes down to either getting a decent one like this, or waiting a year or two until they get the HDMI 2.1 amps working properly.

        • rhomax on 09/12/2020 - 23:15
          +1

          Pretty sure this got eARC by firmware upgrade a little while ago… it doesn’t have hdmi 2.1 just eARC

          • noise36 on 09/12/2020 - 23:16

            @rhomax: That would make it useful for a few more years at least.

        • G-rig on 10/12/2020 - 07:59
          +1

          all this shit is osbel as soon as you buy it
          but to be fair, a good 5.1 system with dts / dolby is better than a crappy soundbar for 1k

    • C0mbat on 09/12/2020 - 22:07
      +2

      Seems like a pretty naive comment.

      "Even this long into the Sony's life, it’s difficult to comprehend anybody making a more entertaining receiver for this money any time soon."

      "Three years is a lifetime in home cinema technology terms, so the fact that this amp has won Awards three years in a row tells you a lot. It's such an accomplishment, we've inducted the Sony STR-DN1080 into our Hall of Fame - our list of the most important and influential products of all time."

      https://www.whathifi.com/au/sony/str-dn1080/review

      • noise36 on 09/12/2020 - 22:13
        -6

        I am sure plenty of things that are old and obsolete have won awards, what is your point?

        • XR6T300 on 09/12/2020 - 23:13
          +2

          You seem very full of yourself. Neg away . This isnt old or obsolete, sure the model number has been around since the 2008 era but its evolved with time , its just a great entry level receiver from a company that actually made most of the sound formats and the one who supports them in cinema. Please go away and spend ya big 8K supported big bucks and leave this for people wanting a decent receiver at a brilliant price.

          • odysseus on 10/12/2020 - 00:08

            @XR6T300: No, this model number hasn't been around since 2008. This model was released in 2017, but hasn't been updated since then (which shows their emphasis on it). The previous year's model at the same level was the STR-DN1060 (released August 2016), which followed the STR-DN1050 and so on.

            It also was their flagship model when released - but as tech has moved on they have gotten rid of their previous entry level models. That doesn't mean this was built as entry level to begin with but just as it has been left in place its fallen into that role.

            • XR6T300 on 10/12/2020 - 15:35

              @odysseus: I was referring to the STRDN10XX series . Its been around since 2008. I know as I have the original DN1000 and I worked for Sony at the time. They just update the tech every year .

        • C0mbat on 10/12/2020 - 13:55

          I think you missed the point. Their review was from June 2020. So if the mean that the last six months has seen a wave of innovation in this category then fair enough.

      • G-rig on 11/12/2020 - 09:32

        It's great value if you don't need all the latest bells and whistles like HDMI 2.1, eARC, Dolby Atmos etc

        Most 5.1 or 7.1 systems would still sound alright if they're good enough quality, and dependent on speakers too etc.

  • cook99 on 09/12/2020 - 22:28
    +1

    This got great reviews but certainly getting long in the tooth as a new receiver as we enter 2021. Think it came out 2017?

    • tonyjzx on 09/12/2020 - 22:41
      +1

      Sony's superb STR-DN1080 receiver - CNET

      Dec 4, 2017

      Seems so. Thing is youre not likely to get cutting edge tech for $732.

    • XR6T300 on 09/12/2020 - 23:15
      -4

      haha the model number has been around since 2008-09 . The just update its features every year.

  • get-innocuous on 09/12/2020 - 22:51
    +1

    While I've got the sound nerds here: need a subwoofer to replace the one which came in my bottom of the range one. It came in a set of 5.1 & receiver years ago and the speakers are just fine (I'm not fussy) but the sub noticably underperforms when it comes to electronic music (outputs more of a mushy rumble). Looking for something <$500ish that will perform a bit better. Doesn't need to be super loud, but clean and very low end is good.

    • AlanHB on 09/12/2020 - 23:20
      +3

      Hi dude - sub $500 for a subwoofer is still very much entry level, so whatever you buy might not be that much better. If you want a decent step up from what you have (which is basically significantly more power and a larger speaker/enclosure), you'll want to spend at least $1,000. SVS and Velodyne are good brands to look out for.

      In sub-$1000 range, you might find a decent second hand Paradigm or Velodyne.

      • get-innocuous on 10/12/2020 - 13:07

        Happy to go second hand but I’m surprised there’s nothing worth considering between my current “$500 for an entry level receiver and full 5.1 system” and $1000 for just a sub?

        Appreciate the advice though, thanks mate.

        • AlanHB on 21/12/2020 - 19:23

          Yeah dude, I guess it's because in most cases you are buying an active sub - basically a speaker with a large solid wood enclosure and a dedicated amp that drives it in the box.

    • cristobaljamesy on 10/12/2020 - 05:21

      I purchased a brand new Bowers & Wilkins ASW610 subwoofer for $879 mid this year to match with the amp mentioned here in the post.

      https://www.whathifi.com/au/bw/asw610/review

      This thing is amazing for the price, usually retails for around $1100 but keep your eyes open come the boxing day sales if you're keen.

      Saying that, all of my speakers are B&W so I wasn't looking at other branded subs.

    • Jazzydazzy on 10/12/2020 - 06:05

      I’d go a Yamaha Yamaha NS-SW300. It’s a 10 inch and has good sound. They are around $600 new but there are regular refurbished ones on eBay for $300. I bought one a couple of years ago as a second subwoofer for my HT and it has been going great.

    • Poperdobs on 10/12/2020 - 17:02

      Wharfedale sw-150, try Gumtree… try buying 2

  • Owgasm on 09/12/2020 - 22:53

    Gurus, I need a preamp! My old Marantz has carked it, finally.
    Not in need of Atmos yet, mainly cause I can’t afford Marantz flagship

  • cristobaljamesy on 09/12/2020 - 23:30
    +1

    Mine makes a humming sound when no input is detected which is kind of annoying.

    Also worth mentioning it has an older version of Chromecast which cant be updated or linked with home assistant.

    Other than that I'm pretty happy overall with this particular amp.

    • mckayver on 10/12/2020 - 04:32

      Yeah I had to sell my receiver last week because of a humming sound that sent my ocd into overdrive. Lol. worked out really well cause I got a fantastic deal on gumtree. Yay

      • cristobaljamesy on 10/12/2020 - 05:23

        Didn't try and speak with Sony customer service about the issue?

        I keep meaning to but I guess its not bothering me enough to remember to do so lol

  • mangoed on 09/12/2020 - 23:48
    +11

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    • fossilgem on 10/12/2020 - 09:47

      Ha ha. Hilarious

  • G-rig on 10/12/2020 - 00:28

    Denon AVC X3700H is probably a better choice
    Free bog rolls lol

    • Jo5228 on 10/12/2020 - 02:31

      That's a $2000 Receiver……

      • G-rig on 10/12/2020 - 02:45

        $2000 USD?
        let me know where can get 2k AUD, mate is looking for one.
        or Marantz equivalent

        ps I remember buying a denon 2311 for $875 delivered from the states in 2011 (when we were getting parity or $1.08), hardly used it sold for $300 a while back.

        • G-rig on 11/12/2020 - 09:37
          +1

          Ah it's around 2k JB hi-fi commercial price, a mate is looking for one but it's not available till Feb

          • Rimus on 11/12/2020 - 14:48

            @G-rig: What is the difference between AVR and AVC. Also I’ve seen X3700H and X3700B. Not sure the difference.

            • G-rig on 11/12/2020 - 14:50

              @Rimus: Not sure to be honest mate been years since I had a receiver set up (but they've been Sony or Denon)
              It's the model my mate was looking at which seems like a good choice but still $2k as mentioned.

              • Rimus on 11/12/2020 - 20:19

                @G-rig: All good, mate. Thanks.

  • GunnerMcDagget on 10/12/2020 - 06:44

    I have used this for a few years. Great amp. My only real issue is the HDMI control thing. If you have HDMI control on then it often auto loads the Sony menu while changing TV inputs or starting a device, often forcing you to select the same input twice. Small gripe but it can get annoying and it can't be disabled without turning off HDMI control.

  • dahoe on 10/12/2020 - 08:26

    I have a bose 5.1 home theatre head unit which is starting to die on me. will i be able to replace the bose with this?

    • ajd88 on 10/12/2020 - 09:23

      Depends whether those Bose speakers will play nicely with it. I don't want to tell you it won't but in my experience - those "kit" hifi products don't play well with real receivers.

  • btissa on 10/12/2020 - 09:54

    I have Pioneer speakers, with a Yamaha av receiver. Looking to replace the receiver with a 5.1 or 7.2 av receiver under $1000. Prefer local stock and and with Bluetooth, wifi, internet radio, 4k.
    TIA.

    • AlanHB on 10/12/2020 - 11:27

      Assuming you're happy with the Yamaha sound, maybe the new RX-V4a or RX-V6a?

  • DavidH68 on 10/12/2020 - 12:26

    Very good sounding amp but mine is less than a year old and now with dolby material it looses the center channel , it just drops to a very low muffled level and no settings will bring it back , my only option is to go to 2 channel stereo , it never used to do this , so now i am going to have to get it repaired , i did find quite a few posts describing this issue before i purchased one but unfortunately now mine is faulty as well , it seems to be common with this unit , buyer beware.

  • Janko on 11/12/2020 - 09:38

    Main thing I was disappointed with on the STRDN1060 was the menu only coming up on HDMI output A, not B - a real pain when I'd have a projector on B with a roll down screen blocking the TV which I'd have to turn on as well to see the menu.

    I don't think I could pair bluetooth headphones to it either - I could only drive it by a bluetooth source.

  • Krondorf on 13/12/2020 - 17:01

    Can't be delivered to Aus anyway?

    • Krondorf on 29/12/2020 - 11:44

      Worked it out…
      Can't be delivered to a PO Box

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