Posted Thu Jul 8, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by Dick Ward
Ranging from $800 to $2,000, Sony's new receivers will be available as early as next month through specialized retailers and custom installers only.
The STR-DN2010 is the runt of the most recent litter of receivers from Sony, which is surprising considering its capabilities. For $800, the 2010 pushes 110 watts to 7 channels, integrates a four port Ethernet switch and sports wireless second zone audio.
Sony's STR-DA3600ES adds second room audio and video distribution thanks to secondary HDMI and CAT5 outputs. It also includes a Faroudja chip which can upscale to 1080p in the first zone and 1080i in the second. It's launching in August for $1,100.
Up another step is the STR-DA4600ES. It's got everything the 3600 does, but adds a second zone for CAT5 output. It also kicks the power up to 120 watts per channel. The 4600 can be yours this August for $1,500.
The baddest receiver of the bunch is the STR-DA5600ES. It adds a DLNA Live Audio Server that can stream audio to clients, H.A.T.S. clock synchronization for HDMI and DCAC EX speaker calibration technology. You can nab it for $2,000 this September.
Just like the rest of Sony's ES line, you won't find it in big box stores or online. It's available through specialty retailers and custom installers only.
Source:eCoustics
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