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ONKYO TX-SR508

ONKYO TX-SR508
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alaScore 82

266 reviews

Apr, 2018

alaTest has collected and analyzed 266 reviews of ONKYO TX-SR508. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Receivers & Amplifiers for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Receivers & Amplifiers the ONKYO TX-SR508 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for ONKYO TX-SR508

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 user reviews of ONKYO TX-SR508 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Receivers & Amplifiers on Amazon.co.uk.

80% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Onkyo TX-SR508B 3D Ready Audio Visual Receiver • Onkyo TX-SR508B 3D Ready Audio Visual Receiver

Apr, 2018

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for ONKYO TX-SR508

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 130 user reviews of ONKYO TX-SR508 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Receivers & Amplifiers on Amazon.com.

79% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Onkyo TX-SR508 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver (Black) (Old Version) • Onkyo TX-SR508 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver (Black) (Old Version)

Apr, 2018

Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Onkyo TX-SR508

 

The Onkyo SR508's lack of network features might put some people off, but if you can live without these, its new low pricing makes it a real bargain.

Good value for a 3D receiver, Really well built for its money, Good sound for its money

No network features, Next models up Onkyo’s range are tempting too, One or two operating glitches

Jan, 2012
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Stopped working

 

Got a 'pop' today and the audio is gone. Heard the Onkyo had an HDMI board issue. I did a reset but I don't have anything. Not even radio. Video still works. Too much to spend for such a short life. I'm looking for another brand.

Worked for 4 years as advertised

Rliability

Jan, 2015
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Great features, but poor quality

 

Really glad that this was "free" with my speakers otherwise I would be incredibly upset that I paid good money for such junk. This was my first Onkyo and will definitely be my last. With so many good brands to choose from, why give them a second chance?

Came free with my speakers ; Lots of HDMI inputs ; Easy configuration ; 2 year warranty (as other review says - YOU'LL NEED IT)

Runs VERY hot. After about 2 months the audio started "fading" - would lose one or two speakers (they would cut in and out), then started to lose bass, then after a month or so of this the video starting cutting in and out intermittently, then cut out...

Mar, 2011
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Don't Go Here

 

Onkyo's tech support was disappointing. I had trouble finding in the owner's manual how to manually adjust the audio delay to synchronize the voice audio with the lips of the speaker on the video. Onkyo's technical support person said that if my TV did...

On paper it seems a good value. The audio specifications and feature list are impressive for a reasonably priced AV Receiver. I gave two stars because apparently SOME units may actually work as described

In practice the receiver gets confused when sorting out audio signals and has HDMI video switching problems. I experienced the same "video flashing" problems of other reviewers. When playing a Blu-Ray DVD through the same Player the receiver sometimes...

Feb, 2011
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Nice for the price

 

Very happy with the reciever.

For the price, this receiver is a very good buy. It has a lot of features. Easy to setup. Can be used to bi-amp the front speakers in 5.1 sound environment

Unit runs hot. The specs call for a good deal of clearance above the unit. Be aware of this requirement when placing in a cabinet

Feb, 2011
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Upgrade from Sony HTIB

 

As a low budget Home Theater guy, buying this receiver paired with "free" Klipsh 500 5.1 surround speaker package for $399.00 seemed like a no brainer... and it has turned out to be a great decision on my part. The HDMI pass trough is just what my set...

Plenty of options ; HDMI Pass Through ; Plenty of Power

Have yet to have any issues

Jan, 2011
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

WTH

 

I LOVE my old Onkyo system and have watched many movies with my family and listened to music while cleaning the house with it. However, I had to upgrade because I bought a 3D television and BR player and wanted to watch TV with the best possible...

Great sound quality and picture is gorgeous. Love the ability to get 3D and the addition of HDMI 1.4 including the ability to rename the HDMI inputs to reflect the additional connected media. The ability to have the receiver and mic find the best...

It stopped allowing the connections to be seen by the television and didn't allow the other media to be seen or changed in order to be watched

Jan, 2011
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Tricky setup with 2 zones

 

I used the setup microphone and got my 5.1 setup. I used the 2 zone feature to play music in my kitchen from my internet radio on my blu-ray. The sound and picture is wonderful. I can hear the difference between dvd and blu-ray now

When I set up the 2 zone feature it was a pain! I followed the directions and the only thing that could play through the zone 2 speakers was the radio. I wanted my internet radio through the blu-ray. I called Onkyo and spent 30 minutes on hold to speak...

Dec, 2010
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Consumer review (circuitcity.com)

Solid performance, great value.

 

I did a bunch of research on AV receivers and could do a bunch more as there are so many features compared to the 70's. Anyways, I am very happy with this product. It has enough power and keeps it clean. The HDMI sync up with my TV is cool. The...

Nov, 2010
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

No Audio after 2 days

 

No Audio after 2 days

No Audio after 2 days

Nov, 2010
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Product Specifications

At Onkyo, the mission is to deliver outstanding audio and video quality to your home, no matter what budget you're on. With the 7.1-channel TX-SR508, you get an entry-level home theater centerpiece built to unleash the potential of your favorite entertainment sources. The TX-SR508 arrives brimming with processing and connectivity features previously unheard of at this level: four 3D-ready HDMI 1.4 inputs for connecting your high-definition sources; studio master-quality HD audio formats from Dolby and DTS; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for surround-sound possibilities; powered Zone 2 and bi-amping for more speaker flexibility; and a universal port and front-side input for connecting peripherals and portable devices. Meanwhile, Audyssey volume and equalization technologies ensure comfortable listening and a room-fitting soundstage. Underpinning it all is decades of Onkyo amplifier expertise in the form of WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) and a high-current, low-impedance drive.

Audio

Audio decoders:DTS-HD
Audio dynamic range CD:86
Audio dynamic range DVD:86
Audio output channels:5.1 / 7.1
Audio system:LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-HD
Built-in audio decoders:DTS-HD
Equalizer: Yes
Frequency range:5 - 100000
Frequency response CD:4 - 20000
Frequency response DVD:4 - 44000
Impedance:4
MP3 bit rates:32 - 320
RMS rated power:600, 850
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR):100 / 106
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):0.08
WMA bit rates:32 - 320

Center speaker

Center speaker frequency range:80 - 20000
Center speaker impedance:6
Center speaker RMS power:120
Center speaker sensitivity:82

Energy Management

Power consumption (standby):0.3
Power consumption (typical):340 / 450
Supported batteries:2 x AA

Inputs

Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in:2

Management Features

Handheld remote control: Yes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages:DEU, ENG, ESP, FRE, ITA

Optical Drive

Disc types supported:BD-R, BD-RE, BD-ROM, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
Number of Discs:1
Number of disks:1
Number of optical discs:1
Optical disc player type:Blu-Ray

Other Features

Audio connections:Y
Bit rate:32 - 320 Kbit/s
Center speaker driver diameter:3
Centre speaker driver size:3
Channels quantity:6
Dimensions (WxDxH):17.1 x 5.94 x 12.9 / 435 x 151
Front speaker weight:1.76
HDMI: Yes
HDMI ports quantity:4
Headphone connectivity:6.3 mm
ID3 Tag display: Yes
LED Indicators: Yes
Material:MDF, Metal, Plastic
Media types supported:BD-Video, BD-R/RE 3.0, BD-ROM, DVD Video, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, MP3 CD, Audio CD, CD-R/RW
Package depth:21.1
Package height:10.6
Package width:16.4
Plug and Play: Yes
Power Requirements:AC 230 V / 50 Hz / AC 230 V, 50 Hz
Remote Control Type:IR
Satellite speaker driver size:3
Speakers:6
Video output - digital:1

Other features

Satellite speaker driver diameter:3

Outputs

Headphone connectivity:3.5 mm
Headphone outputs:1

Packaging Content

Quick start guide: Yes

Packaging Data

Package weight:26.5

Ports & interfaces

Audio (L,R) in:5
AUX in: Yes
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in:2
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out:1
Composite video in:1
Composite video out:1
Connectivity Technology:Wired
Digital audio coaxial in:1
Digital audio optical in:2
Digital audio optical out:1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports:1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity:1
FM antenna: Yes
Headphone outputs:1
MW antenna: Yes
TV in port: Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity:1
Wireless technologies:Wired

Power

Power consumption (standby):0.3
Power consumption (typical):340 / 450
Supported batteries:2 x AA

Radio

AM band range:522 - 1611 / 530 - 1710
FM band:87.5 - 108
FM band range:87.5 - 108
FM radio: Yes
Preset stations quantity:40
Radio Data System (RDS): Yes

Satellite speakers

Number of satellite speakers:4
Satellite speaker frequency range:80 - 20000
Satellite speaker impedance:6
Satellite speaker sensitivity:82
Satellite speakers RMS power:120

Subwoofer

Subwoofer driver diameter (imperial):6.5
Subwoofer driver size:6.5
Subwoofer frequency range:30 - 150
Subwoofer impedance:6
Subwoofer RMS power:130
Subwoofer sensitivity:82
Subwoofer type:Passive

Technical Details

Color of product:Black / Silver
Frequency range:4 - 88000
Game mode: Yes
Image formats supported:JPG, PNG
Input sensitivity & impedance:200 mV/47 kΩ
Multichannel decoding: Yes
Slide show: Yes

Video

Analog signal format system:NTSC, PAL

Weight & Dimensions

Center speaker dimensions (WxDxH):4.02 x 4.45 x 9.06
Center speaker weight:31.7
Dimensions rear speaker (W x D x H):3.98 x 6.34 x 4.37
Front speaker dimensions (WxDxH):6.34 x 3.98 x 4.37
Front speaker weight:28.2
Rear speaker weight:24.7
Receiver dimensions (WxDxH):5.96 x 12.9 x 17.1
Satellite speaker dimensions (WxDxH):6.34 x 3.98 x 4.37
Subwoofer dimensions (WxDxH):16.7 x 15 x 8.31
Subwoofer weight:12.1
Weight:20.7