Pioneer SC-LX86

12 reviews

May, 2013

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We have collected and analyzed 8 expert reviews and 4 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 95/100 and users rate it 100/100. The average review date is Dec 29, 2012. We have compared these reviews to 81818 reviews from other Receivers & Amplifiers. The alaScore™ for this product is 99/100 = Excellent. Last update: May 23, 2013.

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Expert review by: Richard Stevenson (homecinemachoice.com)

Pioneer SC-LX86 review

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Polished sound; user-friendly; asynchronous USB input; Stream Smoothing video function; awesome control app ; Lows: No 11-channel output; fickle auto setup system; rather lean sound; lack of 4K scaling will annoy badge hunters ; Performance: 4/5

No 11-channel output; fickle auto setup system; rather lean sound; lack of 4K scaling will annoy badge hunters

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Expert review by: (whathifi.com)

Pioneer SC-LX86

Best home cinema amplifier £1500+, Awards 2012. A multichannel powerhouse, the SC-LX86 sets a new benchmark at this pricepoint

Potent, dynamic sound ; focused effects steering ; agile bass ; aysynchronous USB ; great apps

Brighter balance requires careful partnering with speakers

As long as you take care with speaker matching, the Pioneer SC-LX86 will be hugely rewarding. Yes, it’s feature-packed, but the fact that it’s an engaging listen will keep you coming back for more. This machine’s a serious force in the world of home...