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Onkyo Stereo Receiver - Black Finish - TX-8522

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Onkyo Stereo Receiver - TX8522/ 100 Watts Per Channel/ Discrete Output Stage/ Multiroom Connection/ XM-Ready/ Automatic/Manual Tuning/ Black Finish

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Onkyo Stereo Receiver, Model TX8522

In the fast-paced world of home entertainment technology, change has become an understated word. Technologies now change so quickly that the new becomes yesterday�s product before you barely become accustomed to it. Perhaps it�s time to refocus on what�s really important for quality audio: first-rate sound with high power output. Forget about over-hyped processing technologies. If your receiver lacks the fundamental amplifier design from the power supply through to the output stage, everything else is superfluous. The TX8522 is built with this in mind. Incorporating Onkyo�s proprietary Wide Range Amplifier Design (WRAT) with an isolated power transformer and discrete output stage, the TX8522 is focused on maintaining the purity of music, radio and video sources. Also, with the option to take up XM� Satellite Radio or to connect your iPod� to the system, the TX8522 gives you the versatility for a sweeping range of entertainment options.

Features:

Power Output (Stereo at 8 ohm, 20 Hz-20 kHz, FTC)	100 W/Ch
Dynamic Power** (4 ohm)	135 W/Ch
6 ohm Capable	Yes
4 ohm Capable	Yes
Discrete Output Stage	Yes
Multiroom Connection	Yes
Audio Input/Output Terminals	2/1
Number of Presets	40
Preset Station Naming	Yes
APR (Automatic Precision Reception) System	No
Direct Access Tuning	Yes
Automatic/Manual Tuning	Yes
Headphone Jack	Yes
Color Coded Speaker Terminals	No
Sleep Timer	Yes
RI-Compatible Remote Control	Yes
Comb Filter for Composite to S	No
HDMI Video Upconversion	No
Cinema Re-EQ	No
HDMI Switching Input/Output	No
DTS 96/24	No
Dolby ProLogic IIx	No
Front-Panel Optical	No
Time Base Correction (TBC)	No
Enhanced IPOD Compatibility	Yes
XM-Ready	Yes
DS-A1 Compatible	Yes
Zone 2 Subwoofer	No
Zone 2 Composite Video	No
Zone 2 OSD	No

Specifications:

Amplifier Section
Power Output (8 ohm, 20 Hz-20 kHz, FTC)	100 W/Ch
Dynamic Power*	135 W/Ch
THD (Rated Power)	0.08 %
Frequency Response	10 Hz-100 kHz (+/- 1 dB)
S/N Ratio	-
-----Phono(MM)	-
-----CD-Tape	100 dB (IHF-A)
Phono Overload (1 kHz)	120 mV RMS, 0.5 % THD
Tuner Section
Usable Sensitivity	-
-----FM Mono	15.2 dBf, (75 ohm IHF)
-----FM Stereo	22.2 dBf, (75 ohm IHF)
-----AM	300 uV
S/N Ratio (FM Mono/FM Stereo/AM)	73 dB (IHF-A)/67 dB (IHF-A)/40 dB
THD (FM Mono/FM Stereo/AM)	0.3 %/0.5 %/0.7 %
FM Stereo Separation	40 dB at 1 kHz

Approximate Dimensions:

Width: 17-1/8"
Height: 5-7/8"
Depth: 12-11/16"

Approximate Weight:

Unit: 19.8 lbs
Shipping: 25 lbs

Warranty Information:

Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer): 2 years parts and labor
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Product Review Summary

4.5 (based on 7 reviews)

86% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Clean Sound (6)
Easy To Set Up (6)
Good Power (5)
Accurate Controls (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Basic Systems (5)
Larger Rooms (3)

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4.0

Just what I was looking for

Reviewed by Diehard Stereo Fan (Musically Inclined) from Broken Arrow, OK on Sep 19, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I replaced an old Marantz workhorse that finally went kaput. I wasn't sure anyone still made a good quality stereo receiver without all the home theater bells and whistles. This Onkyo delivers exactly what it promisesgreat stereo sound. This baby has the power to make my big 100w Cerwin-Vega floor speakers deliver clear, room-filling sound. The only thing I miss is the "Loudness" option, but the bass and treble controls are pretty efficient. My iPod dock (which must be purchased separately) works well. I am very pleased. Glad I found this one!

Pros:	Clean Sound, Easy To Set Up, Good Power
Best Uses:	Larger Rooms, Basic Systems

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5.0

Excellent

Reviewed by Jeremy (Professional) from Dickinson, ND on Apr 15, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I have 3 of these receivers running in our office now and they have worked perfectly. They have excellent power to drive our ceiling speakers with great sound. Controls are very easy to use and plenty of input/output options.

Pros:

Good Power, Easy To Set Up, Clean Sound

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3.0

Product's Great ABT Support Terrible

Reviewed by R (Practical) from Santa Rosa, CA on Oct 22, 2007

BOTTOM LINE No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Product works fine. In working condition. No scratches.

Pros:	Accurate Controls, Easy To Set Up, Clean Sound
Best Uses:	Basic Systems

0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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5.0

Back To Basics

Reviewed by Texas Big D (Tech Savvy) from Dallas, TX on Oct 01, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I needed a music source for the home gym so I moved the old Sony to that location and purchased the Onkyo TX-8522 to use with the whole-house audio system. What a great decision! The sound from the Onkyo is far superb than the Sony. One could easily think that there are new speakers throughout the house. The controls are simple and the setup was easy. I added the XM mini-tuner to the XM-Ready port for great XM sound. The Onkyo quality is excellent.

Pros:	Easy Setup, XM Ready, Great Sound
Cons:	Have not discovered any
Best Uses:	Whole-house audio

1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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4.0

good sound

Reviewed by gds (Tech Savvy) from Dallas, TX on Oct 01, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I needed a powerful stereo receiver/tuner/amplifier to drive a few 4ohm monitor speakers in my game room. This product has the ability to change the speaker setting between 6ohm (recommended for 4ohm speakers) and 8ohm, however, the setting is not independent of A and B speakers, so they are either both set at 6 or both set at 8, small issue. Other than that, the unit puts out enough power to drive my loudspeakers.

Pros:	Easy To Set Up, Accurate Controls, Good Power, Clean Sound
Best Uses:	Larger Rooms, Basic Systems

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5.0

Excellent product I would buy it again.

Reviewed by None (Retired from airline, Practical, Musically Inclined) from Long Island New York on Sep 27, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Use this receiver to listen to music. Everything is great about this receiver.

Pros:	Durable, Good Power, Accurate Controls, Easy To Set Up, Clean Sound
Best Uses:	Home Theater, Smaller Rooms, Basic Systems
Cons:	No problems with this rec