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Pioneer Elite SC-05

Pioneer Elite SC-05
alaScore 78

55 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 55 reviews of Pioneer Elite SC-05. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Pioneer Elite SC-05 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 78/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pioneer Elite SC-05

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 43 user reviews of Pioneer Elite SC-05 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

88% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : HomeTheaterReview.com (hometheaterreview.com)

Pioneer Elite SC-05 Receiver Reviewed

 

This good looking receiver has many features not found on other similarly priced models including THX Select2 Plus certification, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby True HD decoding, Internet Radio and XM Sirius satellite radio. It also features Pioneer's...

The SC-05 has a great feature set for the money, with lots of extras you won't find on similarly-priced units ; This receiver really shines in the audio arena. Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio tracks are detailed, dynamic and immersive, enhancing...

The remote control's looks are lackluster compared with the SC-05's chassis ; HDMI inputs do not benefit from the Faroudja processing ; There is no HD Radio support on the SC-05

This receiver is worth its weight in gold and, at 40 pounds, that's a lot of value. It's first and foremost a master at surround sound audio, making quick work of Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio surround tracks. Video is also very detailed and...

Jan, 2009

Expert review by (soundandvision.com)

Pioneer Elite SC-05 A/V Receiver

 

If you're like me, you've seen your net worth take a significant hit in 2008. Not only has my house's value dropped nearly 30 percent, but my retirement fund dropped that much the first week of October! Consequently, I don't feel as wealthy as I did in...

Nov, 2008

Expert review by (hometheater.com)

Pioneer Elite SC-05 A/V Receiver

 

Despite my falling fortunes, I'm always on the lookout for a good bargain, especially in home-theater components. One of the many benefits of being an equipment reviewer—besides the huge paycheck (hint hint, Scott!)—is the privilege of auditioning a...

Nov, 2008

Expert review by (ultimateavmag.com)

UltimateAVmag.com: Pioneer Elite SC-05 A/V Receiver

 

If you're like me, you've seen your net worth take a significant hit in 2008. Not only has my house's value dropped nearly 30 percent, but my retirement fund dropped that much the first week of October! Consequently, I don't feel as wealthy as I did in...

Home Media Gallery, 4 HDMI inputs, Clean, dynamic amplifiers, Excellent two-channel performance, Decodes Dolby TrueHD & DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks, Internet radio

No HD radio, No video processing of HDMI inputs, No video processing of 1080i/720p component signals

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Nov, 2008

Consumer review (pcrush.com)

Cleanest sound that I ever heard

 

Pioneer Elite series is true to it's reputation is one of the best in the Receivers industry. I am amazed by the versatility of the system, and I am recommending this series to all my friends.

Accurate Controls, Clean Sound, Durable, Easy To Set Up, Good Power

Aug, 2009

Consumer review (pcrush.com)

Cleanest sound that I ever heard

 

Accurate Controls, Clean Sound, Durable, Easy To Set Up, Good Power

Aug, 2009

Consumer review (hometheaterforum.com)

Pioneer SC-05 7.1 Receiver

 

I have had this receiver in my home for a few weeks now and I have nothing but good things to say about it. With its 130w RMS x 7 Analog Class D amps, 4 HDMI inputs, THX Select 2 Plus rating and Advanced MCACC 9 Band EQ Room Calibration it gives it...

130w RMS x 7, ICEpower® Analog Class D Amplification, AIR Studios™ Monitor and THX® Select2 Plus Certified, along with Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital

None

Jul, 2009

Consumer review (pcrush.com)

super in every way

 

Accurate Controls, Clean Sound, Good Power

May, 2009

Consumer review (pcrush.com)

super in every way

 

used with hdmi cables

Accurate Controls, Clean Sound, Good Power

May, 2009

Consumer review (ciao.com)

DOLBY DIGITAL SOUND EXPERIENCE IS NICE -PIONEER ELITE SC-05

 

ON ITS HIGH WITH PIONEER ELITE SC-05 AV NETWORK RECEIVER This is the receiver with Dolby digital, Dts, THX decorder encoded with it.center channel features all center sounds of the cinema hall actors voices,swaying sound of a sword,key charmings,door...

HIGH AMPLIFIED SOUND OF PIONEER MAKES NO EMPTY SPACE IN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

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Mar, 2009
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