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Pioneer VSX-521 5.1ch HD AV Receiver (Refurbished) $166.50 Delivered from Pioneer on-Line Store

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Pioneer VSX-521 5.1ch HD AV Receiver (Refurbished) $166.50 Delivered from Pioneer on-Line Store
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unity1 on 08/08/2012 - 13:47 shop.pioneer.com.au (5219 clicks)
Last edited 08/08/2012 - 16:06 by 1 other user
Pioneer

Using the discout code "Pioneer" (without the " ") will get you 25% off the advertised price of this receiver from the Pioneer on-line store.

These units are covered by a 1 year manufacturer warranty.

Edit: whilst this model has sold out it appears the code works for other receivers too, but I don't know weather this makes other units a bargain after the 25% discount.

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  • tightarse on 08/08/2012 - 14:02
    -3

    Nice find!

    • ironpaw on 08/08/2012 - 14:04

      Dude did you read the OP's post? Apply the discount code?

        • ironpaw on 08/08/2012 - 14:06

          hehe nevermind you figured it out? I was responding to your original post of "it shows 222.00 on the page"

        • tightarse on 08/08/2012 - 14:07
          -7

          :)

        • grapedrink on 08/08/2012 - 14:39
          +2

          sneaky tightarse!

  • dekekun on 08/08/2012 - 14:06

    Just grabbed one, even though this is entry level, for this price I can't miss.

  • MrGareth on 08/08/2012 - 14:07
    +1

    Not bad - I ordered one! I have a 5.1 setup but my old amp doesn't have HDMI or support the HD audio formats… so this will be a straight swap over and I'll be able to use HDMI from my HTPC, PS3 and 360. :)

    • PinzVidz on 08/08/2012 - 16:01

      Watch it if you're running Winblows on your HTPC, some receivers cause handshake probs and you end up with erratic resolutions as Winblows starts having a brain meltdown. I had these issues with 2 different HTPC (and receiver) setups, and in both cases, I've bypassed my receiver and run HDMI straight from the HTPC to the TV, and utilised optical from the HTPC to the receiver for D/A.

  • Devils Advocate on 08/08/2012 - 14:09

    24 left. Going fast

  • Master Haggler on 08/08/2012 - 14:09

    I'm thinking of getting a soundbar. Would this amp connect to it okay?

  • plmko on 08/08/2012 - 14:11

    better to run this from your computer than those gimmicky PC sound cards.

  • onemesh on 08/08/2012 - 14:19
    +2

    Little Hint: this code seems to be working on all their receivers….

    • ironpaw on 08/08/2012 - 14:26
      -1

      nice…too bad $55 off the $10k SCLX90 is still outta my budget :S

      http://shop.pioneer.com.au/shop-online/home-entertainment/am…

      HOLD that thought!

      Subtotal: $10,999.00
      Total discount: -$2,749.75
      Order total: $8,249.25

      Still outta my budget…daaaayam!

      So the "Pioneer" code is a 25% discount code? Wonder if it works on all their stuff..hmmm

      • ironpaw on 08/08/2012 - 14:32

        Nope, doesn't work on other stuff…

  • elbargo on 08/08/2012 - 14:19

    Thanks OP!! was considering getting one form the site about 2hrs ago
    Now ordered

  • Master Haggler on 08/08/2012 - 14:22
    +1

    All gone!

  • [Deactivated] on 08/08/2012 - 14:22

    FFS I didn't submit my order. Sold out.

  • bomber_bloke on 08/08/2012 - 14:22
    +5

    Thanks a million, grabbed one, but not sure why???

    • pbjabba on 08/08/2012 - 22:15
      +1

      That's the OzBargain spirit! We like to think we're saving money, but we end up buying things we wouldn't ordinarily have bought :D

  • harmoko on 08/08/2012 - 14:26

    out of stock :(

  • miko77 on 08/08/2012 - 14:27

    Was about to order and said out of stock. Anyone know if any of their other stock is ok?

  • warmbeer05 on 08/08/2012 - 14:28

    Awesome Awesome ,grabbed one ,absolute bargin with blue tooth

    • bomber_bloke on 08/08/2012 - 14:33

      Not sure if it has bluetooth? Isn't that with an optional adapter?

      • warmbeer05 on 08/08/2012 - 14:35

        yeah with adapter ,still a very cool option

  • naphman on 08/08/2012 - 14:28

    Gone.

  • SteveAndBelle on 08/08/2012 - 14:29
    +1

    Access Denied
    You are not authorized to access this page

    Great deal tho! :(

  • daver on 08/08/2012 - 14:30

    Clever marketing.

  • doogiechap on 08/08/2012 - 14:31
    +1

    Spewing !!!
    So close but no cigar :-(
    Thanks anyway OP !!

  • howan1 on 08/08/2012 - 14:32
    +1

    Any suggestion? What are the good match of speakers that can go with this amp and sound good?

  • phila63 on 08/08/2012 - 14:35

    I used the code on a different model amp (VSX-826, refurbished) and got the discount. All up $291.75 delivered. That will do me

  • mattstar on 08/08/2012 - 14:40

    i got one :) cheers for the heads up

  • bomber_bloke on 08/08/2012 - 14:41

    Now that I have purchased, time to try and justify why.
    I have z623 Logitech currently connected to my TV av output which works OK but doesn't allow for adjustment in volume. Also I have numerous HDMI inputs that I would like to switch between.
    Can I still use these speakers with my new unnecessary amp, or do I need standalone speakers?

    • ESEMCE on 08/08/2012 - 15:03

      Seems like a waste, but you can use your existing speakers, just plug them into the headphone jack of the Amp…

      • bomber_bloke on 08/08/2012 - 15:06
        +1

        Oz-Wastage…I have no doubt that it is a waste, but as long as it works for the time being until I get an ozbargain deal for nice speakers, your tip will work. Thanks!
        Plus it will also solve my HDMI switching and volume control issues.

        I'll keep a lookout for good value 2.1 speaker options for it now.

        • ESEMCE on 09/08/2012 - 17:51

          Probably unlikely to find suitable speakers here..
          Speakers that get posted here are 99% computer amplified jobs not that different from your current set.
          You're looking for proper bookshelf speakers (or bigger), plus a proper sub.

        • bomber_bloke on 09/08/2012 - 18:47

          Cheers…so what am I losing by using the Z623 temporarily through the amp?
          I still get my control through the amp, I just lose out on sound quality and effects, such as DTS etc?

  • mikedavis67 on 08/08/2012 - 14:47

    I got one, thanks!

  • noz on 08/08/2012 - 14:58

    Nice one. missed this one, but hey, I get to keep my cash :)

  • Herbse on 08/08/2012 - 15:02
    +1

    great deal, I was hovering over the complete transaction button for a while before deciding i didn't NEED this

    hopefully that sale went to a worthy ozbargainer

    • Master Haggler on 08/08/2012 - 15:07
      +1

      I did the same but still click the submit button

  • Syndicate on 08/08/2012 - 15:08

    Does anybody want mine, think I might sell it, pickup in North Sydney or City

    • bhutcho on 08/08/2012 - 15:31

      Yeah I'd like it.

    • Phesto on 14/08/2012 - 21:21

      Turn on your pm's/pm me

  • JuryWheel on 08/08/2012 - 15:13

    If anyone has buyers remorse in Melbourne, let me know and I'll take it off your hand (will pick up). thanks :)

  • dom03 on 08/08/2012 - 15:28
    -8

    are these worth reselling on ebay?

    • SteveAndBelle on 08/08/2012 - 16:14

      Yep, for the same price you pay, sure!

    • berger on 08/08/2012 - 19:37

      Lol, make a profit and take away a bargain from another ozb member. Really nice.

  • bhutcho on 08/08/2012 - 15:30

    Happy to take one off someones hands if they decide they don't want it around Newcastle/Central Coast/Hunter Valley

    • Syndicate on 08/08/2012 - 15:35

      Think I'll sell it.

      • bhutcho on 08/08/2012 - 16:53

        No worries please send me through your details so we can keep in touch and I can arrange pickup. Thanks

      • Phesto on 14/08/2012 - 21:21

        Turn on your pm's/pm me.

  • TJHeafy on 08/08/2012 - 15:32
    +2

    Picked up a VSX-521 from JB for $243 a couple of months ago. Anyone that is in the market for one of these and managed to snag one will not be disappointed! Nice piece of kit for the money…

  • ozy2000 on 08/08/2012 - 16:19

    Anyone in Melbourne who has buyers remorse, please sell it to me, I'll pick it up and will pay you $200.

  • ShatGPT on 08/08/2012 - 16:26

    If anyone in inner Sydney wants to offload one as well, let me know and I will come and buy it off you. Thanks

  • naphman on 08/08/2012 - 16:26

    Ditto for Brisbane Area if you dont really need it….THX!!

  • daver on 08/08/2012 - 16:31

    Pioneer adds inputs to facilitate HDMI appliances, which provides neater solution than dealing with a clutter of RCA cable. Main reason I looked into this receiver.

    You can also bring-to-date / recycle, perfectly good (old) amplifier. Way I use is to feed in digital by
    Digital Optical Coax Toslink to Analog Audio Converter @~AU $18, then just add;
    6.5Ft Digital Optical Fiber Toslink Audio Cable 2M AU $1.68. Total- $20.00.

    Cheap stop gap, but fits the job nicely. Otherwise, VSX-521 goes @~250AUD on OzB every so often.

  • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 08/08/2012 - 16:35

    Shattered I missed this :(

  • slknv on 08/08/2012 - 16:54

    Good deal, I'm thinking of getting a slightly high end end model for 7.1, does anyone know if you can set these amps to run 8 ohm speakers? My current old Yamaha amp can be set for 4,6,8 ohm speakers.

  • heathwithnoteeth on 08/08/2012 - 17:06

    THE DEAL OF THE DAY (WHICH THIS WAS EARLIER TODAY) HAS NOW CHANGED TO ANOTHER MODEL IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED.

    oops sorry for shouting

    http://shop.pioneer.com.au/shop-online/home-entertainment/am…

    • daver on 08/08/2012 - 17:17

      7 in stock.
      7.1CH AVR.
      $599.00@VSX826.

      • unity1 on 08/08/2012 - 17:39
        +2

        $449.25 after using the discount code

    • phila63 on 08/08/2012 - 17:44

      Mmm, when I saw the original VSX-521 appear, I looked at the 521 then the 826, both new and refurbished. Went with the refurb 826 as the 25% disc still applied.

      I am pretty sure I saw the new 826 at $599 back then so not really a deal if the price didn't change.
      IMO It is a deal with the discount code but I tried other amps and could use the discount on them, does that make them all deals?

  • manobik on 08/08/2012 - 17:33

    If you are after bang for buck speaker for VSX-521, get

    Yamaha NS P285 http://www.binglee.com.au/yamaha-ns-p285-5-1ch-speaker-packa…

    I negotiate a deal $160 delivered after showing http://www.ozbargain.com.au/product/yamaha-ns-p285

    or

    $188 for HS50 SUB SATELLITE SPEAKER PACK
    http://shop.pioneer.com.au/shop-online/home-entertainment/sp…

    • JetLi on 09/08/2012 - 09:45

      If anyone is interested in the HS50 pack, I'm selling this pack without the sub for $120 delivered. They are in mint condition and were bundled together with a Pioneer amp I bought previously. I don't need them as I already have speakers. The sub is not included as it would be impractical from a postage cost point of view as it weighs a shitload. Just set the speakers to Larger in your amp so that the bass goes through your speakers as well.

      Don't think you'll find any better speakers from a quality brand at this price!

      Let me know.

      • JuryWheel on 09/08/2012 - 13:37

        What state?

        • JetLi on 09/08/2012 - 14:36

          Darwin,NT

          The lower price reflects the sub not being included.

  • gilmour on 08/08/2012 - 20:06

    Was the "PIONEER" code found on their website?

  • DiscoJango on 08/08/2012 - 20:34
    -3

    refurbished, yuck.

  • bargrin on 08/08/2012 - 20:42

    The 521 is the old model as the 522 has come out this month.

    You might be able to haggle other stores if they still got 521 on shelf.

  • darthhasbro on 08/08/2012 - 21:08

    I had one in the cart at lunch time but backed out, so tempting but don't really need it :)

  • [Deactivated] on 08/08/2012 - 21:39

    +1 for "(without the " ")" without the " " of course! :D

  • onlyletters on 09/08/2012 - 08:04

    1 in-stock.. !!

    • onlyletters on 09/08/2012 - 22:56

      was this morning, gone!!

  • mikedavis67 on 10/08/2012 - 12:05
    +1

    Got mine in the mail today!

    • Master Haggler on 10/08/2012 - 12:44

      what state are you in?
      Edit: Found it. I'm in NSW so expect it early next week.

    • warmbeer05 on 10/08/2012 - 20:06

      mine too, pleasantly suprised just how good this unit is, didnt really need it but for $166 BRILLIANT

  • YasimKudomi on 10/08/2012 - 18:49
    -2

    For those who missed out on this deal. I have found one from GUMTREE.COM.AU!

    http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/box-hill/audio/brand-new-pion…

    Good Luck!

  • fap on 13/08/2012 - 10:02

    Just got the 826 for $291.75 thanks

    • emeraldone on 14/08/2012 - 10:34

      How did you get that, did they have more in stock yesterday?

  • Phesto on 14/08/2012 - 21:21

    Keen to buy one if someone realised they don't need it

  • heathwithnoteeth on 15/08/2012 - 00:38

    coupon doesnt work anymore… if anyone wants to offload one i am keen…

  • Cashy on 15/08/2012 - 11:17

    Ended up ordering the VSX1020 with the discount code for $357.75, and they sent me a VSX1021 because they ran out of 1020's. Got to love a free upgrade. :)

  • heathwithnoteeth on 21/08/2012 - 13:02
    -1

    back in stock!!! 7 available.

  • daver on 21/08/2012 - 13:12
    +1

    Warning: The discount for code "Pioneer" has expired.
    Warning: Coupon does not exist or is not valid.

    Not the same deal unfortunately.

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