Sony - STR-AN1000 7.2 Channel Dolby Atmos & Dolby Vision 8K HDR Network A/V Receiver - Black

The Sony STR‑AN1000 has been a killer upgrade and an ideal entry point into Dolby Atmos. It delivers the kind of immersive sound most “starter” receivers only hint at. With your 5.1.2 setup, the height effects are clean, directional, and surprisingly convincing — overhead pans actually feel overhead, not just “somewhere up front.” Sony’s DCAC IX calibration does serious work. Dialogue gets clearer, bass tightens up, and the whole soundstage opens wider than your room should allow. Movies instantly feel more cinematic, with Atmos effects floating around you and action scenes hitting harder than expected from a mid‑tier receiver. Gaming on PS5 is where the AN1000 really flexes. Feeding it Linear PCM gives you pinpoint positional audio, and the HDMI 2.1 support means you get full 4K/120 performance without compromise. Even everyday TV and streaming benefit — the AN1000 adds depth and clarity to basic stereo content without sounding artificial. What makes this receiver shine is how effortlessly it fits into your setup. eARC works flawlessly, switching inputs is smooth, and everything just feels dialed‑in. For a first Atmos receiver, it’s powerful, modern, and genuinely transformative. A clean, affordable way to make movies, games, and regular shows feel brand new.

Absolutely blown away by the performance of the Sony STR-AN1000! The Dolby Atmos and 8K HDR support truly elevate the home theater experience—crystal clear sound, deep bass, and immersive surround capabilities. Setup was surprisingly intuitive, and the network features make streaming a breeze. Whether it's movies, music, or gaming, this receiver delivers top-tier performance across the board. Highly recommend for anyone serious about upgrading their home entertainment setup.

Great sound and plenty of power for my needs! Thank you Best Buy for the open box savings!!

This is an excellent receiver! I paired it with the wireless Sony 200 subwoofer and it works perfectly with my 26 year old Bose Accoustimass 10 wired surround sound speakers. The clarity and sound is outstanding after only calibrating once.

I have used my new Sony STR AN1000 receiver for about a week and I'm loving it so far. I honestly can tell a difference in sound from my Onkyo TX NR545 receiver which I used for many years and worked well. The reason I switched receivers is because I just purchased a new 85" Mini LED television (also from Best Buy) and wanted to take advantage of the TV's newer technology. The Sony receiver has 4K 120Hz and 8K 60Hz passthrough via 2.1 eARC HDMI. The Dolby Atmos sound is amazing with or without using the 360 Spacial Mapping. The only Con that I have is that I still have to use individual remotes for all the connected devices (Receiver, TV, Cable Box, Navidia Shield/games, and Blue-ray player). Maybe I'll discover a better way.