Sony STR-DA5500ES

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3.75 out of 5
 
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7.1 channel Surround • 120 Watt Per Channel • Dolby TrueHD • DTS-HD Master Audio
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Sony STR-DA5500ES by Dennis on amazon.com Oct 30, 2010
This is a very good Receiver When it comes right down to it, audio quality is the most important feature of a surround sound receiver. The STR-DA5500ES does not disappoint. Quality is far above what I would expect from a receiver at this price point. ...
 
WOW! What a reciever! by Volkstech on crutchfield.com Jul 4, 2010
The STR DA5500ES is an amazing receiver. I purchased it to replace the STR DA4300ES which was becoming limited with connections. There are too many features that are included in the 5500ES to mention but I'll focus on a few which I love. After placing ...
 
Excels in every way by rtg_paintball on cnet.com Dec 13, 2010
I have researched Sony's es line for the last three years. I've taken the opportunity to do side by side comparisons with Sony and equal Yamaha, Denon and Marantz. There were pros and cons with each manufacture. I like Sony's products and have had nothing but exceptional ...
 
Awesome Sony Receiver by Isam A. Qurie "IQ" on amazon.com Aug 29, 2010
I am very pleased with the STR-DA5500ES. I have always loved Sony's products especially the ES line. This one won't disappoint.
 
Excellent in every way by R. DeRieux on amazon.com Dec 23, 2010
Pros: Incredible sound performance, amazing video processing Cons: assigning imputs such as BD or SAT to hdmi allows for video imput but not audio. Summary: I have researched Sony's es line for the last three years. I've taken the opportunity to do ...
 
 
 
 
Most Critical User Reviews
 
Very poor quality by mejis on amazon.com Mar 27, 2011
I have purchased numerous Sony ES series receivers over the past years, but Sony has continued to cut back on their build quality over the years, and their receivers are now JUNK. My Sony 5500ES receiver completely failed after just 10 months of use! ...
 
What a disappointment by Gary M. Leiss "GML" on amazon.com May 29, 2010
I purchased this high end receiver with high expectations. Although it is sleek looking it has very poor sound quality and very limited audio adjustments. It seems to be cheeply made and poorly engineered. It is adequate as a video hub, however, very ...
 
 
 
 
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amazon.com
 
3.3 out of 5
from 6 reviews
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Sony STR-DA5500ES ES Series Network A/V Receiver
This is a very good Receiver When it comes right down to it, audio quality is the most important feature of a surround sound receiver...The STR-DA5500ES is very good Receiver I like mine and works well with my system...Incredible sound performance, amazing video processing Cons: assigning imputs such as BD or SAT to hdmi allows for video imput but not audio...
crutchfield.com
 
5.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Sony ES STR-DA5500ES Home theater receiver with HDMI upconversion and PC networking...
The STR DA5500ES is an amazing receiver...Overall, I am completely satisfied with this purchase...The Crutchfield advisors Doc and especially Ziggy helped me purchase this receiver...
cnet.com
 
4.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Sony STR-DA5500ES Overview & Specs - AV receivers - CNET Reviews
Incredible sound performance, amazing video processing assigning imputs such as BD or SAT to hdmi allows for video imput but not audio...There were pros and cons with each manufacture...I like Sony's products and have had nothing but exceptional......
reevoo.com
 
10.0 out of 10
from 1 reviews
SONY STR-DA5500ES reviews prices and deals: Home Cinema System
Superb sound quality, this is the best sounding surround sound receiver I have ever heard, especially for music, something they are not normally as good at as stereo amps are.Truly awesome for movies, games and T.V...It could do with a 'pure audio' mode...A pure audio mode that works with digital as well as analogue inputs doesn't make as big a difference, but works with all types of input, digital and analogue.This is the only thing I can moan about with this amp, a tiny quibble really...
agoraquest.com
 
 
 
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remotecentral.com
 
 
 
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Hi, I am also looking for serial codes for a Sony receiver (STR-DA5300ES). I have looked at the files that describe the protocol, but unless I am reading it wrong, it ...
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Sony STR-DA5500ES 7.1 multi-room (AV) receiver - (internet ...
For Sale: Sony STR-DA5500ES 7.1 multi-room (AV) receiver - (internet) connectivity. Will Ship To: Continental US
logitech.com
 
 
 
Mult-zone support for Sony STR-DA5500ES - Logitech Forums
I have a Harmony One remote. When I add my Sony multi-zone A/V receiver STR-DA5500ES as a device, the Logitech software does not seem to recognize th
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Sony STR-DA50ES Receiver Reviews. Buying Guides & Consumer ...
Sony STR-DA5500ES ES Series Network A/V Receiver Distribute high-quality audio and video throughout your home with the STR-DA5500ES multi-channel network ...
 
 
 
 
Expert Reviews from the Web
goodgearguide.com.au
Jul 10, 2006
Sony STR-DA5500ES - reviews - Home Entertainment - Recievers-Amplifiers - Good Gear...
If you've got a large shared music library or love Internet radio, Sony's STR-DA5500ES is an excellent choice for an A/V receiver...It will perform its best when paired with a high quality 7.1 set of home theatre speakers, a good television and a range of digital video devices...The Sony STR-DA5500ES is, as home theatre equipment goes, attractive — in a Star Trek-esque way...You'll need a quick run-through of the manual to understand what each button does, though — A/V receivers are complicated beasts at the best of times, and the Sony STR-DA5500ES packs in more features than most...The STR-DA5500ES comes with two remotes...
hometheatergears.com
Sony STR DA5500ES Review
You see this in the 7.1 channels, and the internet radio with the STR-DA5500ES...You can also use camcorders, and video game consoles with the design of the DA5500ES...Performance is imperative when purchasing any AV receiver like the Sony STR-DA5500ES...
bigpicturebigsound.com
Sep 11, 2009
Networked Sony STR-DA5500ES Receiver Goes Beyond the Home Theater: BigPictureBigSound
One of two new receivers introduced by Sony here at CEDIA, the STR-DA5500ES (the "ES" is for Elevated Standard) is their first to offer control over an IP network, greatly enhancing its versatility...The STR-DA5500ES is also Sony's first to offer Automatic Phase Matching, which corrects for phase differentiation between front, center, and surround speakers, improving the perceived quality of the soundstage...Performance-wise, the STR-DA5500ES packs a 120-watt power amplifier for each of the seven channels, six HDMI inputs (five rear, one front) plus two outputs...
audioholics.com
Sony STR-DA3700ES AV Receiver Video Review | Audioholics
Today we're looking at the new Sony STR-DA3700ES Receiver. We're actually pretty excited about this one because we got to see it up close and personal at this year's ...
ecoustics.com
Sony Receiver Product Reviews - eCoustics.com - Consumer ...
Find sony receiver product reviews from across the web. View 129 editorial reviews sorted by date. ... Sony STR-DA5500ES receiver - Good Gear Guide (AU) (2010-07)
cdrinfo.com
Sony Introduces New Blu-ray Player, HD TVs at CEDIA
Also new, the STR-DA5500ES A/V receiver features Sony?s new HD Digital Cinema Sound. Developed together with Sony Pictures Entertainment, ...
 
 
 
 
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