Sony STR-DH790 7.2-ch Surround Sound Home Theater AV Receiver: 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos & Bluetooth Black

If you’re looking to transform your living room into a movie theater without emptying your wallet, the Sony STR-DH790 7.2-ch Surround Sound Home Theater AV Receiver is here to make it happen. Don’t let its price tag fool you—this receiver packs a punch with cinematic sound and high-quality visuals that rival systems costing much more. First up, the audio experience is nothing short of spectacular. With Dolby Atmos and DTS , you’re treated to multi-dimensional, object-based surround sound that makes every movie, TV show, and game feel like an immersive event. The audio wraps around you, making it seem as though you’re right in the middle of the action, whether it’s a quiet conversation or a dramatic explosion. The 4K HDR pass-through support is equally impressive. With Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Hybrid Log Gamma, you get stunning picture quality with enhanced color, contrast, and brightness. It’s like bringing the cinema right into your home, with visuals that are as breathtaking as the sound. Connectivity is a breeze with the STR-DH790. It offers 4 HDMI inputs and 1 output, plus an optical and coaxial digital connection, as well as analog audio connections. This ensures you have plenty of options for connecting all your favorite devices. Plus, with Bluetooth standby, you can easily stream music and turn on the receiver directly from your phone—a handy feature for quick, wireless access. The auto calibration feature, D.C.A.C., ensures that the audio is adjusted for optimal sound in every room, so you get the best possible listening experience no matter where you’re sitting. The Pure Direct function minimizes front panel noise, enhancing fidelity across all inputs, while the low-profile design (standing just 5 1/4" tall) fits comfortably into most AV cabinets. In the box, you get everything you need: a calibration microphone, FM antenna, remote control, and batteries. This comprehensive package ensures you’re ready to set up and start enjoying your new home theater system right away. In summary, the Sony STR-DH790 delivers exceptional value for its price. It’s a budget-friendly choice that doesn’t skimp on quality, providing you with top-notch audio and stunning visuals for a home theater experience that won’t break the bank.

I’ve used Sony products for over 30 years. I upgraded from a 20 plus yr old Sony 5.1 receiver and so far I am very happy. Currently set up in 5.1 mode and my Yamaha 5.1 speakers have never sounded better. Set up was super easy using the included calibration microphone and then a few manual tweaks and I was up and running in less than 45 minutes. Dialog is very clear, surround effects… it’s like I’m hearing them for the first time. I was so used to my old system and being so old the sound was muddy. I can’t wait to get some atmos speakers and run it in 5.2.2. Got my eye on a klipsch reference cinema atmos 5.1.4 speakers. While I can only use 2 of the built in atmos speakers it’s on sale from new egg for $299 which would give me atmos, a second sub and I would think a much richer sound overall as they are bookshelf speakers compared to my tiny Yamaha satellites. Music sounds great with this Sony receiver too. Bluetooth connectivity is seamless to stream to the unit where as before I was using an add on Bluetooth unit to my old receiver and the connection was spotty. I got this on sale for $350 and I would buy it again. Now I don’t plan on using this for over 20 years like my last unit but since it’s Sony I probably can! There are better atmos units out there for a much bigger price tag but if you are in a budget this is a solid option and it has a lot of options. My only complaint is the older Sony units had dual house plugs in the back so you could plug in your subwoofer and other gear like tape deck or CD player. This unit does not have them and now I gave to manually turn the sub on and off. But for the cost and features I’ll deal with it.

Title: Impressive Performance and Great Value: Sony STR-DH790 AV Receiver Review I recently purchased the Sony STR-DH790 AV receiver as a replacement for my previous Sony receiver that fell victim to a lightning strike. I must say, I am thoroughly impressed with this receiver, as it offers excellent performance and represents great value for the price. One of the standout features of the STR-DH790 was it's compatibility with my 7.1 speaker configuration. Setting up the speakers was a breeze, thanks to the automated speaker setup and the included microphone. The receiver seamlessly integrated with my speakers, ensuring an optimal audio experience. The eArc HDMI connection proved to be a valuable addition, particularly as I had also replaced my TV due to the lightning strike. With this feature, I was able to control both the TV and receiver using the same remote, simplifying my entertainment setup. The compatibility between the receiver and my new TV worked flawlessly, providing a hassle-free experience. When it comes to sound quality, the STR-DH790 delivers. The audio output is impressive, although it may be slightly limited in terms of sound effects. However, considering the receiver's budget-friendly nature, I am more than satisfied with the performance it offers. This is my first Dolby Atmos receiver, and I must admit, it has made me a believer in the immersive audio experience it provides. The only minor drawback I encountered was the receiver's power output. There were instances where I felt the need to increase the volume beyond 50% for certain content. However, I suspect this might be due to a misconfiguration on my part, as the receiver should ideally provide ample power. I will delve further into the settings to ensure optimal performance. To sum it up, the Sony STR-DH790 AV receiver exceeded my expectations, especially considering its price point. It offers impressive performance, easy setup, seamless integration with other devices, and a captivating audio experience. Despite a minor concern with power output, I highly recommend this receiver to anyone seeking an affordable yet capable solution for their home theater setup. Two thumbs up!

平均的に良いアンプですが… Bluetoothがなかなか繋がらないのが残念…

Lo compré para remplazar un Pioneer 821. Eran muy bajas mis expectativas pues Pioneer es superior y mi experiencia con Sony nunca ha sido buena. Llegó antes de Navidad. Tuve que comprar unas bocinas Pioneer Andrew Jones para el Atmos. Muy complicado el manual y poca info en internet. Muchas posibles configuraciones y muchas dudas. Hablé a Soporte de Sony, todo bien, dudas despejadas. Calibración número 5! Resultados: El sonido es muuuuy bueno, hay que bajarle a los bajos, los exagera... La música se oye bien, quizá le falta un poquito de cuerpo, pero muy bien. Las películas? Atmos se oye genial! Obvio las Pioneer tienen mucho que ver, pero se oye totalmente diferente que con el Pioneer 821. Y bueno, hay una diferencia notable cuando usas las bocinas para Atmos. John Wick se oye increíble, la escena de inicio de Transformers age of extinction: WOW! Muy buena compra, Sony ha mejorado mucho estos años. Ah y el precio, menos de 6000! Totalmente recomendable! Ahora solo espero que dure tanto como el anterior que tuve y no falle... Update. Abril del 2023 Debo decir que sigo muy satisfecho, Sony ha vuelto a ser una marca confiable y de calidad. Me gusta mucho el sonido que ofrece. Recientemente compré el xbox one series s. Tuve muchos problemas de incompatibilidad, Microsoft me asistió e incluso encontró lo que me temía. El equipo presenta incompatibilidades con los xbox. Tiene problemas con mandar los 4k o el HDR incluso habiendo activado el ENHANCED. No hace el cambio de entrada solo. Igual que en el Wii U. Cero problemas con un Blu-ray pioneer Elite o con el PS4 slim. Obvio compré cables hdmi nuevos y ni así. Es una pena que Sony se maneje así. El sonido en los juegos es increíble. Especialmente si tienen DTS o ATMOS. Ahora bien, algo que me gustaría comentar es lo siguiente, aparentemente el consumo del aparato es de 240 watts. Lo cual se me hace poco. De ser cierto es un gran punto a su favor pues normalmente estos equipos gastan el doble.

I've been using this for a few years now and haven't felt the need to upgrade. This is used mainly as my PC sound output with my second monitor receiving video. It is going from my GPU to the receiver with an HDMI cable. I thoroughly have been enjoying the sound reproduction. I don't have any problems other than some noise/distortion when running Multi-Stereo, even then it's a minor nuisance depending on what's being listened to. I would have liked the sampling rate to go higher but for the price it's fine at 24 bit 192khz. With Atmos enabled in Windows you don't get a choice of changing the sampling rate anyways. Originally I wanted a 2 channel receiver but the price I got this for at the time was amazing compared to the 2 channel and other 7.2 units. The Dolby Atmos is wonderful to have, it adds a decent amount of immersion. Thankfully in Windows 10/11 you don't need to purchase anything to have Atmos running but depending on the source it's a bit of a pain to switch back and forth between Atmos and Stereo. Having Atmos, or anything above 2.1, enabled and listening to stereo sources will run only the fronts and sub with no sound to the other speakers, but that's a Windows and the selected media/streaming player problem. Unfortunately I'm using a bunch of different speakers, Polk Signature S20 fronts, Polk CS10 center, Dayton Audio B452-AIR and some old speakers I've changed the drivers and the crossovers. I still feel as though I can't complain about that with the setup options. It can be adjusted by a menu on screen or from the screen on the receiver with the remote. Remote is simple and has all the necessary functions. There is no wifi connection, but since I'm using it strictly with my PC it doesn't matter to me. The Bluetooth functions as it should but it's a bit lacking in formats, which doesn't matter to me either. With a firmware update it does EARC, the update process is fast and easy.

Had an older Sony HTIB that sounded great but was downconverting my 4k devices to 1080p. Found this one and bought an extra pair of speakers for the 7.1 surround. The only downside which is on all stand alone receivers is they do not have a powered output for sub. Since I had a sub I just picked up a amp for it. The auto setup kept erroring on the rear left surround and I was hearing the audio out. First it was a bit tinny which after some review was the speaker setting. I updated them to use 120hz and up and whoa it sounded great. I have two powered subs in this receiver and its fantastic. Movies are so immersive with the right audio system. Could not believe I waited this long to upgrade. The tv video was sub par until this upgrade. HDR video looks crisp and image just pops out. The remote functuons and the on screen display helps when choosing the right setting Well done Sony, you keep making great products.

セッティングが難しいイメージのAVアンプですが、楽です。