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Q: QuestionDoes the Pioneer Elite VSX-LX305 support DTS:X upmixing?

• A:Answer Yes, the VSX-LX305 supports DTS:X and DTS Neural:X upmixing for immersive audio experiences.

Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum continuous power output per channel of this receiver?

• A:Answer This receiver has a maximum continuous power output of 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms.

Q: QuestionCan I stream music to this receiver using Apple AirPlay?

• A:Answer Yes, this receiver supports Apple AirPlay 2 for wireless music streaming from Apple devices.

Q: QuestionHow many channels does the Pioneer Elite VSX-LX305 AV receiver have?

• A:Answer The Pioneer Elite VSX-LX305 is a 9.2 channel AV receiver.

Q: QuestionWhy are the watts per channel not listed in the specifications here on your website? This is some of the most important standard information that a person looks for when choosing a Home Theater Receiver.

Asked 3 years ago by SHANE.

• A:Answer I agree. It is the first thing I look for and should be listed. This is from the Pioneer website. 100 Watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD 0.08 %, 2-channel driven )

  Answered 3 years ago by Scotty

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Q: QuestionI have a very good question. Why is this marketed as 9.2 when it should be 7.2? There are 9 speaker outputs that include the 2 height speakers. If they are including the LFE and Zone 2 as the DOT 2, that is marketing made to confuse people. Overpriced 7.2

Asked 3 years ago by craigfrost.

• A:Answer Your math is incorrect. This Receiver has... 1) FRONT RIGHT 2) CENTER 3) FRONT LEFT 4) SURROUND RIGHT 5) SURROUND LEFT 6) HEIGHT 1 RIGHT 7) HEIGHT 1 LEFT 8) HEIGHT 2 RIGHT / SURROUND BACK RIGHT 9) HEIGHT 2 LEFT / SURROUND BACK LEFT

  Answered 3 years ago by SHANE

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Q: QuestionI don't see Dirac on the overview on the Best Buy sheet but do see it on the Pioneer website. Does the unit have Dirac? That's the only reason to buy it for most of us.

Asked 4 years ago by Mike.

• A:Answer Yes it has Dirac Live, go to this web site: https://www.pioneerhomeusa.com/product/vsx-lx305-av-receiver/ where you can download the actual manual for the receiver. I bought the receiver from Pioneer a few weeks ago and it is working great, I haven't tried the Dirac Live yet, the Advanced MCACC with it's 9 mic positions sounds great.

  Answered 4 years ago by Moose

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Q: QuestionWhat streaming services are built in to the unit? Sirius XM, Spotify TuneIn, etc...

Asked 3 years ago by SteveB.

• A:Answer go to this web site: https://www.pioneerhomeusa.com/product/vsx-lx305-av-receiver/ where you can download the actual manual for the receiver, this will tell which streaming services are built in. TuneIN, Pandora, Spotify Deezer, Tidal, AirPlay, Chromecast, Play-Fi, music, Push Player from iPhone music. The Pioneer Remote App works great for accessing these and also for control of all 3 zones.

  Answered 3 years ago by Moose

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Q: QuestionDoes this support Klipsch Reference Dolby Atmos 5.1.4

Asked 3 years ago by arunkumar23k.

• A:Answer yes it can i have a klipsch 9. 2. 1 set up hooked to it

  Answered 3 years ago by StillgreatVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionSays this works with Sonos but you have to use “connect” or “port” which are Sonos products. Correct me if I’m wrong but isn’t this a the same as any receiver? Why does that make this one special?

Asked 3 years ago by Mike.

• A:Answer On other receivers, you have to manually change inputs to go to the Sonos input. On this receiver, the input automatically switches to the Sonos input. I believe that the Sonos app will also control the receiver volume.

  Answered 3 years ago by Guru

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Q: QuestionAm I still able to utilize the full benefit from Dirac if I am using with in-ceiling speakers?

Asked 3 years ago by WaitWhat.

• A:Answer Yes. There is a very simple and comprehensive speaker guide for every speaker configuration imaginable. I have 4 ceiling speakers and had no issues.

  Answered 3 years ago by TechDad

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Q: QuestionCan I control volume, music selection and speaker selection with an app on my phone? For example, can I fast forward through songs on Pandora if the receiver is in another room?

Asked 3 years ago by Brad.

• A:Answer Yes. That’s how mine is set up. I do everything from the app. I have 7.2 in one room and speakers by the pool.

  Answered 3 years ago by JeremyVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this receiver take banana plugs for speaker connection. Manual in the website shows stripped cables.

Asked 3 years ago by GreyGoose.

• A:Answer Yes it takes banana plugs for speakers.

  Answered 3 years ago by Moose

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Q: QuestionDoes this have earc?

Asked 5 months ago by Mike.

• A:Answer Yes it has EArc

  Answered 4 months ago by RajDVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI have 8 Klipsch 6-1/2" 140W Passive ceiling speakers in 4 different rooms (2 in each). 4 speakers in the kitchen/living room, 2 outdoor speakers in zone 2 loft speakers. Is there a difference in sound by connecting to front/center/surround channels?

Asked 7 months ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer F C L/R Surround are for that reason for your main theater listening effects. So yea there’s a difference.

  Answered 5 months ago by DaddioVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionMaybe a dumb question but first time. Seeing one of these. Does this replace cable box and get you tv but only 9 channels? Do you program 9 channels? Thank you

Asked 7 months ago by Karen.

• A:Answer No

  Answered 4 months ago by LuisVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this receiver's tuner play FM HD subchannels

Asked 10 months ago by kristfr1.

• A:Answer The manual doesn't mention it support FM HD subchannels. If you want this, you'd have to connect a Sangean HDT-20 or similar device to this unit.

  Answered 10 months ago by rasa

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Q: QuestionCan I add a bluetooth adapter to this so I can get the sound in my bluetooth headphones?

Asked 10 months ago by SV1600.

• A:Answer Bluetooth built in. Just pair your Bluetooth it in the settings.

  Answered 5 months ago by MikeVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan u connect a mic for karaoke

Asked 10 months ago by A12.