Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

Wow, where to begin?
First off, I use the Onkyo TX-NR905 as the backbone to my home entertainment system. It drives a 5.1 setup of Definitive Technology speakers. (Soon to be 7.1) Not only do I watch movies and TV, but I play console games with my PS3 and Xbox360, I stream music from my PC, I stream movies from my PC through my PS3, and I listen to Sirius and Internet radio. The 905 handles these tasks effortlessly with crystal clear audio. The upconversion from the REON processor could be better, but the clarity from 480i and 480p to 1080p is nothing to complain about.

Another GREAT aspect is the fact that the 905 that I ordered from ABT came already loaded with the latest firmware and DSP updates. Below is what I get when querying the 905:

Main 9....1.08 / 08223A
SR8051...08214A
SR8052...07518A
SR8053...07820B

Hopefully that information will relieve some of the skeptical buyers out there. The newest firmware and DSP updates resolve the DTS HD-MA “bomb” as well as the audio switching delay and lip-sync issues that were present in the previous releases of firmware.

There are only couple minor cons I can think of when it comes to this receiver. First, the Onkyo itself is fairly heavy as well as large in dimensions. You will want to make sure that it will fit in your entertainment center/rack. You’ll want your entertainment center to be at least 20 inches deep in order to give the 905 room for connecting cables and such. It is also a bit taller than some receivers. The other con is the fact that it gets fairly hot. Even sitting idle, the back of the 905 can become very warm to the touch, so make sure you give it plenty of breathing room.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

The onkyo has a lot going for it. The sound is amazing. It has more than enough power to fill a large room. It also has onboard decoding of all the latest surround formats. The HD radio is excellent, as is the video conversion.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

Excellent AV receiver, has all the bells and whistles. Very good upconversion of SD material. Love the HD Radio. Manual can be confusing, but take your time to set up this receiver.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

the sound and digital processing are awesome. I am completely satisfied with this purchase.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

I use the Onkyo TX-NR905 as the control center of a multi-channel music and film home entertainment system. The Onkyo handles SACD, DVD-Audio, CDs, HD-DVD, DVD upscaled to 1080p via HDMI and more with finesse and aplomb. The receiver drives 7.1 channels worth of audiophile speakers with ease. All things considered, this is a very enjoyable unit.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

The unit itself is heavy. The back of the unit gets quite warm on top but no problems having it in an enclosed cabinet that allows ventilation (sanus woodbrook) No extra fans are necessary. Although some people on the forums have had some difficulties with theirs, so far I haven't had any problems. The sound is great. The audyssey would not pick up one of my speakers but I just set the speakers up manually without any problem. I usually don't like to read a manual and just figure things out myself but for all the settings available reading the manual is a must. The manual is easy to understand. I bought the receiver for both improved audio over my 10 year Yamaha and the 4 HDMI inputs. I use a Geffen switcher as I need more than 4 HDMI inputs and haven't had any HDMI handshake problems. You get a lot for your money in this unit.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

This receiver is perfect for Blu-ray and HD DVD. I use it for gaming as well and lag is not a problem with the 905. It does magic with a 480i source and scales it up to 1080p very well.

Comments about Onkyo Onkyo THX Ultra2 7.1-Channel Home Network Receiver In Black:

This is a great receiver with excellent sound. It has sufficient power for most high end speakers. The processing is great-[...]