Sony STRDE197 Stereo Receiver | List Price: $179.99
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Brand: Sony
Binding: Electronics
Warranty: Unknown
Features: - 2-channel integrated amplifier/receiver with 100 watts per channel
- Discrete output transistors offer better fidelity than receivers using conventional integrated circuits
- 20 FM and 10 AM radio station presets; includes universal remote control
- 1 switched AC power output conserves wall sockets and conveniently powers up an additional component simultaneously
- Measures 16.9 x 5.2 x 11.9 inches (W x H x D)
Great Simple Receiver [Posted on 2008-02-13]
This is a great receiver for a simple 2 speaker stereo set-up. If hooked up to a nice set of speakers, it has great sound.
Adequate upon first impressions [Posted on 2008-03-17]
I bought one of these today, and it's quite adequate. My old Vector Research hybrid (solid state + analogue) sounded sweeter, but the Sony STR-DE197 does a fine job for what it costs. I'm pushing 3 ways by Linear Dynamics, and these are very sweet for acoustic intruments such as piano, horns, and strings. I had to beef up the bass to +4 and treble to +6, then hit the bass boost button to match my old receiver amplifier. This comes close to the performance of my old receiver and I'm satisfied. One thing is outstanding -- the tuner. This baby tunes FM exceptionally well. It's clear and free from all harmonic spurs and extraneous content. The only question now is how long will the unit last. Time will tell. But first impressions are satisfactory. For the price, this unit delivers very well.
I agree with J.M. [Posted on 2008-04-12]
J.M. is correct. I don't know what anyone else is talking about with low ratings. We have two outside speakers and two indoor. We hooked all of them up and with the A/B switch can listen outside or indoors or both at the same time. The sound is fantastic both in and out. No spot for a sub-woofer but the sound is so superior we don't even miss it. It does have bass boost which makes up for it.
At this price and shipped here in 2 days, FANTASTIC!
Pat in Kingston, New York
Nice basic receiver [Posted on 2008-05-27]
Nothing special but above average power for this price range. Comparably priced to large national retailer's but without the hassle of dealing with their lousy in-store service.
Typical Sony quality, a well-made receiver, seems to have ample power with no clipping, controls are fairly easy to use and understand. The only complaint I have is that the volume control requires a lot of spinning to change the volume level, but the remote works better in that regard.
Sony Tuner [Posted on 2008-08-09]
Wanted a reasonably priced receiver, mostly to get speaker-quality sound for sat TV and DVD player. Fills the need well. Pretty easy to set up, easy to use with remote, good sound quality.
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