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Mar 06, 2008
Pioneer VSX 816 K 7.1 Receiver
This thing ROCKS! I read many reviews on many different receivers. I recently departed with my old receiver, an AIWA 3.1 channel unit that pushed 110 WPC. I liked the power it had and wanted the same again. Many receivers I reviewed fell out because of low power. Pioneer just seems to realize that power sells. This was in my price range. I chose this model over the newer VSX 817 K because of the remote unit. What can I say, this receiver provides more bang for my buck than many higher priced receivers. The only thing this one lacks though is a hook-up for my turntable, but that's Ok. I also have a Pioneer SA 8500 Integrated Amp (Circa 1973) that works just fine for this application. I've been a Pioneer man for many years. I bought the 8500 new when I was stationed in Germany. But, back to the 816, it has an as yet an undetermined amount of abilities that I am still learning. Hook-up was easy due to crystal clear instructions. The MCACC mic and set up for surround worked flawlessly. My speaker system is 100% Klipsch and I needed something that would compliment them, This receiver does that to a T. I'm HAPPY, and if you had or are thinking about this receiver, you'll be happy with it as well!
Nov 21, 2019
Could be unusable
After I removed it from the package, I split the halves and the metal piece that is the positive (+) terminal fell out. After several attempts to place it in the slot it belonged in, I realized one end of it was broken off and would not be able to be repaired. So I threw the whole thing away. Please, if you buy one of these, do not leave feedback on it until you have completed the process of making it work and it works without problems. Just because you received it in a short amount of time does not justify Positive (+) feedback
Oct 15, 2019
Live Action Aladdin, what a trip
1 of 1 found this helpful Lots of action for a family movie. Will Smith actually sings something other than rap. Great entertainment