Customer Ratings & Reviews

Awesome AV receiver! Just enough for my 5.1.2 set up. Future proof for more speakers and zones.

I just replaced my 3 year old Pioneer Elite with this feature-rich Onkyo and couldn't be happier. HDMI 2.1, THX, Dolby Atmos / DTS:X, 8K, 4K 120, HDR10+ etc, this receiver has it all and more. Unboxing and set up was pretty straight forward as long as you planned ahead and know where your speakers are going to be and wiring it all up. I had about 200 feet of 14 gauge oxygen-free pure copper that I used to set up my 7.1 Klipsch system. In the box is the standard paperwork, receiver, antennas and a super useful speaker setup microphone. Firing the receiver up for the 1st time greets you with the setup menu and walks you through every step of the way to configure everything the way you want. When I setup the 7.1 Klipsch and did a speaker test, everything worked beautifully including Atmos. The system will tell you to plug in the included mic and place it ear level to where you sit and automatically adjust every speaker and subwoofer setting to the best levels for you. Loved this feature. There are 6 HDMI inputs. The 1st 3 are 8K compatible and the last 3 can do 4K. I don't have a 8k screen/monitor so I could not check to see how well it performs. But I did have my PS5 and Xbox Series X on the 1st 2 inputs and can confirm 4K 120 works perfectly. Playing games felt super immersive and the sounds were on point. In front, beside and behind, you hear it all. Movies were great. If you are a super video/audiophile, you will obviously use a high end stand-alone Blu-ray player instead of a gaming console for the best of the best in audio and visual. The Onkyo connected to the internet via my WIFI and started to update itself to the latest firmware. I did download the Onkyo Controller app via Google Play and used it to not only control the EQ settings but also connect my phone via Bluetooth to stream music. I could not get it to pair the first couple of times and did not realize that once it said Now Pairing, I had to manually go into my phone's BT setting and select the receiver to finish the pairing process. After that, music just filled the house perfectly. The receiver overall is a powerhouse behemoth that will easily be future-proof for the next 4-6 years easily. Can power a 7.2 setup without breaking a sweat. Super user friendly and easy to use/setup. If you are looking for a receiver for next gen gaming, theater-like surround and all the most recent and modern creature comforts, then look no further.

This unit does it all and it’s very easy to operate

Very good receiver for the price, 599.00 during black Fri. Coming from and older X line Denon I feel this receiver sounds better. I have an Xbox series X, nvidia shield pro, dish hopper and Sony UHD player all connected going to a Samsung S95b tv. No video or audio issues on any of the connected components. There is one issue is that I hear a click noise when changing inputs which my denon did also but only on powering up.

Replaced a 12 year old version of the same product. Went to a store that had 1 in inventory but it wasn't true. They ordered on line delivery forvis and it came very quickly.

Onkyo makes great receivers. I owned a few over the years with no problems from them

The Onkyo - TX – NR6100 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network A/V Receiver is a more than capable A/V receiver. It works great with ATMOS / DTS-X speaker set ups. Comes with several handy apps and streaming features. In my experience, it was relatively easy to use and set up. It lacks a few features, and its design and interface are beginning to feel a bit dated. I had a few nitpicks during my tests but, of all the A/V receivers I have owned over the last twenty years, this is easily my favorite. I received the Onkyo - TX – NR6100 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network Receiver as a part of a Klipsch Reference package containing Series 50M Bookshelf Speakers, a Series 30C Center Channel Speaker, Series 600F Floor Standing Speakers, Series 40SA Surround Sound Speakers, and the Klipsch Series 101SW – 10’ subwoofer. And I absolutely love this system. Movies and music sound amazing. For the last few years, it has been difficult to find many home theater receivers in store. It’s been even harder to find a HDMI 2.1 receiver. Some explanations… HDMI 2.0 allows for 4K at 60fps. HDMI 2.1 allows for 4K at 120fps. The more frames per minute, the smoother video playback will often appear. This means video games will have smoother performance. It’s easier to track moving objects with higher FPS. With the XBOX Series X and Playstation 5, HDMI 2.1 has become a feature in high demand. Some receivers advertise support for HDMI 2.1 only for that to not truly be accurate. The TX-NR6100 does support 8K at 60FPS and 4K at 120FPS out of the box. Setup and Use: During first use, the receiver will walk you through initial set up via an onscreen display. As part of the setup, you will have the option to balance the audio system via the included microphone. I’m not usually impressed with microphone calibrations, but this calibration worked great. I didn’t feel the need to tweak any distance or crossover settings after setup. The onscreen interface was easy to use. The NET input will allow you to setup and use streaming audio services or playback audio from a USB stick. Movie playback wowed me. If you are like me, you are probably wondering how an Atmos setup works with movies and music not designed for Atmos. And, in my opinion, it works well. The receiver has various listening modes. When I wanted to upconvert non Atmos or non DTS-X content, I would change the movie listening mode to the Dolby or DTS-X listening mode that would then automatically upconvert the audio. That way, my receiver was utilizing all my speakers during playback of movies that were only designed for 5.1 setups. After initial setup, I connected a LAN cable and updated the firmware. As of the time of my review, I was using firmware R113-0307-0030-0031. I had no problems with stability or features not working after the firmware update. The update process was simple and painless. Troubleshooting: I had a few troubleshooting issues during my tests. I noticed audio glitching on an LG TV using eARC to deliver Atmos content to the receiver. In addition, I had problems where the receiver would be stuck on “initializing” whenever I tried to load up the visual interface on the TV. Turned out my difficulties were caused by poor HDMI cables. The cables were advertised for eARC and 8K, but changing HDMI cable brands solved my problems. I tell you this, because if you experience something similar, try changing your HDMI cable to a different brand. There are a lot of variables when you are setting up an AV receiver. You have your speaker cable, your speaker connections, your speakers, your TV, your HDMI source, and your HDMI cables. Any one of those can cause instability or problems in the system. But, I felt fortunate to isolate the problem to the HDMI cables. And it was the HDMI cable brand as I tried multiple cables from the same company at various lengths and they all had the same problem. Also, the receiver has Bluetooth connection built in, but it didn’t like my Samsung phone for some reason. For iPhones and Pixel phones, I had no problems with the Bluetooth connection. But, for some reason, my Samsung Galaxy S-21 struggled a bit with the connection. I eventually got it paired and working, but it never sounded great compared to the audio coming from the other phones. However, I found the whole thing mute as Chromecast, AirPlay, and DTS-Play-Fi were better options. Streaming audio via Chromecast from my phone sounded much better. I can’t chalk that up to a receiver problem when every other phone or tablet I paired worked great. Nitpicks: I feel like the boxy design of the receiver is starting to feel a bit dated. Other receiver brands are implementing more modern designs with curved fronts. Also, I have used other receivers that would identify my HDMI source and change the label for the input accordingly. As is, I can change the label on the TX-NR6100, but I must do it manually. I wish it were a bit simpler to change the information displayed on the front of the receiver. I care less about what input is being displayed than I do what audio format the receiver is currently decoding. I only care about the input selection when I first turn over to the input. These truly are minor quibbles. Conclusion: I love this receiver. This entire speaker / receiver combo has just been amazing. It has exceeded my expectations. There are more features on this receiver than I can possibly list here. Movies and music have been great. If you are in the market for a new Atmos surround sound receiver with 8K and 4k 120FPS support, I highly recommend the The Onkyo - TX – NR6100 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network A/V Receiver. 5/5

This receiver is a beast! Everything I play through it, from music to movies and TV shows, plays great and sound excellent. This thing does not lack in sound. It is plenty powerful and pushes my speakers with ease. I am very happy with the bass response it provides to my speakers and the treble and mid range are very well round and not harsh at all, even at higher volumes. Which is a must for me cause I like my movies LOUD. I have to feel like I am in the actual theater, LOL. There are so many sound options and enhancements and they all work well, depending on your taste. The only exception is the vocal adjustment. I feel that it takes away from the overall and makes the sound dingy and washed out. I leave it set to zero and that's good for me. The setup menu is simple and easy to follow. The built in wi-fi works well and all my streaming music stations play with no issues. There is a ton of connectivity options from HDMI, optical, coaxial and rca. The video quality through the HDMI inputs and outputs is great. It comes in crystal clear on my TV. The style is simple and sleek. The display is clean and large, which makes it easier to see for me. The remote is small and straightforward. I really like that the tone adjustments are on it compared to having to set them from the front panel. Overall, I am so pleased with this beast. Great job ONKYO!!!

This is a nice unit and functions great. Well for the most part... I am having issues with the video randomly disconnecting and the subwoofer port seems to have connection issues. The directions are very confusing. You can't stream YouTube to this device. It say it can be connected to the Google assistant but I have not been able to figure out how.

After many years of having a soundbar entertainment system, it was my time to upgrade. AV receivers are integral part of any home entertainment system and the Onkyo TX-NR6100 is the All-in-One solution to your AV needs for now and the future. The Onkyo Av receiver offers a variety of inputs and as well as online streaming. So, let’s go over what this AV receiver has to offer. Setup: I have had some experience in the past with AV receivers but they were not the easiest to setup, so when it came time to setup the Onkyo I was a bit hesitant, but to my surprise this was not difficult at all. The hardest part of this setup was probably running the wires and making sure everything was nice and tidy. The Onkyo comes with a Setup guide that was super simple, easy to ready and understand. Once I had my speaker’s setup to where I wanted them and my input devices setup, such as my PS4, Cable box, and my android tv box I connected everything to the receiver and powered it up. The receiver will walk you through the setup process of all the devices, connecting to either Google Home or Alexa, setting up WIFI and even running AccEQ Room Calibration for that perfect Sound. Features: Dimensions and Weight: 7H X 17W x 15D – 22Lbs The Onkyo TX-NR6100 has so much to offer. This AV receiver is 8K and 4K ready, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and THX Certified. That was just the video side of the house, and now for the audio. The receiver offers Dolby Atmos, DTS-X, THX Surround, works with Sonos, built-in Chromecast, DTS Play-FI, works with Apple Airplay and works with Alexa and Google Home. The receiver has also has apps for Amazon Music, Spotify, Tidal, Pandora, Deezer and Tune in. I was able to connect the system to my Google Home eco-system without any issues and can now play anything just by asking my Google assistant. I have yet to see a system that offers so much in a compact size system. 2 HDMI Out – 1 supports 8K and the other supports both 8K and 4K. The receiver has HDMI 2.1 which allows video to pass through at 4K/120Hz HDR. Unfortunately, I did not have anything that was 8K capable, so I was not able to test out that feature, but now I am future proof when I do get something that is 8K. 6 HDMI inputs Bi-Directional Bluetooth- Send and Receive data on Bluetooth Play over WIFI Onkyo Controller App: You can also download the Onkyo Controller Application for both IOS and Android. I downloaded the android application and the device was picked up automatically by the application and pretty much serves as a remote for the system on your phone and also give you the ability to play music on your phone. Zone 2 – The system allows for a different Zone to be setup on the system in the house in another room and allows for control over that system. Multiple USB Inputs Built-in Chromecast Overall, this is an amazing AV system. I have it paired with my Klipsch Floor, Self, Center, Surround and Subwoofer Speakers. The system does a great job powering all the speakers and sound produced by the speakers is just mind blowing. The speakers combined with the system literally gives you the feeling of being in a movie theater with the THX surround sound and the directional audio. I did not find anything that I was not happy with in this system. It was simple to setup and easy to use. I would highly recommend anyone in the market for an AV system for their home to check out the Onkyo TX-NR6100.

I have been using sound bars for quite some time but was looking to upgrade something that I can use for not only my television but also my record player. The Onkyo - TX-NR6100 looked to be rich in features, support 7.2 channel audio, and support both 4K and 8K video signal. There are a few smart features to the audio system, however I typically use my console or my record player for any audio that doesn't include video. I have the following speakers set up with my receiver: Klipsch Reference Series 600F Floor Standing Speaker (2) Klipsch Reference Series 50M Bookshelf Speakers (2) Klipsch Reference Series 30C Center-Channel Speaker Klipsch Reference Series 40SA Surround Sound Speakers (2) Klipsch Reference Series 101SW – 10’ Subwoofer Setup was easy, once everything was plugged in I selected the appropriate channel and changed the speaker layout to match how I set them up in the room. You can go in and adjust each speaker level manually or connect a microphone and let the receiver set the volume levels for you. I used eARC to plug a single HDMI into my TV and plugged all of my other HDMI devices into the receiver. I can easily adjust the volume with my TV remote, however I feel there is a little delay with this so I simply use the receivers remote, at this point I pretty much just turn on my TV with the remote and have that turn on my receiver and just select input and adjust volume from there. I only have 3 devices plugged into it currently and all are in the 8K ports, they're all consoles, but there is only one "Game" labelled port, I just have them plugged in 1-2-3 according to where they are from left to right in front of me to make it easy. You can adjust the names on the receiver for the inputs, but I just leave it to the default so they match the button on the remote they're plugged into, making it easier. There is also an option for a second zone which I look forward to taking advantage down the line, there is quite a bit you can do with this receiver, and I am very satisfied with the product Onkyo made. I looks forward to playing with this more and learning how to take full advantage of my setup. At this time though, I haven't experienced any issues or have any complaints. Music and Movies sound amazing being pumped out of this receiver and I love it!

Amazing receiver. It finally has the new HDMI 2.1 chips without any issues. They get up to 40 gbps and support all the modern features of the new gen of consoles. VRR, 120hz, ALLM, HDR and Dolby vision. It supports many of the modern spatial formats (Dolby atmos and DTS X), both natively and upmixing (in case you don't have a native source, like 4k UHD blu rays, the receiver can upmix so all speakers output sound). Setup was easy, once turned on it will ask you (provided you have already plugged in all your speakers and hdmi cables, and are outputting signal to your TV) via on display on your TV to start the initial setup process. I highly recommend to cancel and just do a firmware update first (there was one) as it adds new features (like presets for Klipsch speakers), then after the firmware update, you can choose the initial setup, where it will ask what speaker configuration you have, and if you have a woofer. It will then perform a speaker detection and ask you to plug in the included setup microphone and perform a series of calibrations (loud sounds!). Once done, you are good to go, however I recommend to go back to the settings and tweak some things manually, like speaker crossovers as its not 100% accurate. I had to go back and set my speaker crossovers as follows, per Klipsch recommendations (the receiver has a list of presets for Klipsch speakers, however the 2022 line was not there yet). My crossover settings for these set of speakers are as follows (recommended by Klipsch own support: The R-30C can go down to 78hz, so 80hz is a good crossover point for it The R-600F can go down to 38hz so you could set the crossover as low as 40hz The R-50M can go down to 58hz so you could set the crossover as low as 60hz The R-40SA we only list that it meets Atmos specs, for atmos specs you should set to 150hz. The R-101SW subwoofer should handle 80hz on down. I tested my xbox series X with it and it indeed supports and all the new features as 4K 120hz, VRR and HDR and Dolby vision work just right (as you can see in my pics). The power and sound quality is amazing, I'm blown away by the build quality, Onkyo is back! It supports almost all sound formats (like atmos, DTS X, dolby true hd, dts master etc) and will upmix any stereo sounds (hey youtube) to all the speakers you set. My only con is the calibration, I don't know why Onkyo ditched Auddysey for their own accuequ. I don't like it, its too basic, and for the price, they should have included the Direc live feature from its higher priced brother, the 7100. Just my two cents. P.S. If you hear the receiver making some clicking sounds, that's perfectly normal and very well known in the audiophile community, Onkyo's always do that (I think is the power phase or something switching on it).

The Onkyo TX-NR6100 is the latest in a long line of great audio receivers, offering a wealth of features, a solid amount of connectivity, and great home theater sound. The overall experience is let down by some issues with the UI/software, however. SETUP Getting the receiver setup and tuned to your room and speakers is a straightforward affair that'll be familiar to anyone that's used a receiver with room correction before. You select your system (in my case, 5.1.2), plug the included room mic in, and let it run through a battery of room shaking tones. I was left quite pleased with the levels and EQ adjustments it made, with the exception of the center speaker (a Klipsch R-30C), which was still slightly quiet. Adjusting the levels was a trivial task, though. Beyond getting your speakers setup, this was where I encountered some of my first issues with the onboard Onkyo software. Setting up Chromecast, for instance, was far from straightforward. It prompts you to set this up using the Google Home app, which is expected, but the prompt inside the Google Home app said I needed an additional app call Device Utility to continue my setup. Over the multiple dozens of Google Home compatible devices I've setup, I've never seen this app be a requirement. Long story short, this didn't work out for me; the app would see the receiver but fail with a "lost connection" type message. This issue was eventually remedied by forcing a system update and re-running initial setup. LISTENING EXPERIENCE This is where the NR6100 knocks it out of the park. The unit supports virtually every sound format being used in 2022, and includes a host of additional surround synthesis settings that allow you to tailor your source material, which maybe not be delivered in surround sound, and turn it into a faux surround. I was primarily excited to test out Dolby Atmos support. Coming from a now dated Pioneer SC-1323k, I've not been able to experience Dolby's latest format until now. Effectiveness is predictably largely dependent on the source material, but given the correct movie, the Atmos effect here is amazing. Given not only the effectiveness of the additional height speakers, but also the effectiveness of Onkyo's room correction, listening to movies truly felt like a big theater experience. Additionally, the receiver never felt like it was struggling to push my Klipsch speakers, even at admittedly ear splitting levels at times while testing my new system out. As great as the NR6100 is for movies, it's nearly equally great for music. It supports a large host of input options, including aforementioned Google Chromecast support, built-in Bluetooth support, and a dedicated phono moving magnet input. The phono input is a great feature given the continual rise in popularity of vinyl, this ensures you'll be covered regardless of whether your vinyl player has a pre-amp or not. Overall, the wide range of source material I've listened to thus far has sounded great. Among my favorites for testing out new systems is Porcupine Tree's catalog; I'm well familiar with how their songs are "supposed" to sound, and the NR6100 delivered. CONNECTIVITY The NR6100 is solid in regards to I/O. It includes 3 8k compatible HDMI inputs which also support 4k/120hz inputs, while the other 3 HDMI inputs support 4k/60hz. The 3 8k inputs are going to be important for anyone with a recent console that supports 4k/120hz/variable refresh rate displays. This has been a huge sticking points for receivers released in the past 2 years, and it's great to see Onkyo has seemingly averted the issues that plagued nearly every other receiver maker last year. In regards to HDMI inputs, I'm disappointed that there's no front HDMI input. 6 is on the low side for this level of receiver to start, and not having a front available HDMI port is proving to be an inconvenience for me. I use this particularly for plugging in computers to view videos or photo slideshows. It's not a deal breaker by any means, but it's an annoyance all the same for me. On the topic of front connectivity, it's honestly great to see the usual input scroll wheel selector I'm accustomed to being replaced by dedicated input selection buttons. They fit aesthetically on the front perfectly, and are SO much more convenient than trying to scroll through inputs. Nicely done. Beyond HDMI, the NR6100 checks all the boxes for me in regards to input/output capabilities. The dedicated phono input, as mentioned previously, is an incredibly useful addition, and Onkyo has also included 4 RCA inputs, digital optical and coaxial inputs, tuner inputs, along with Ethernet, Wifi, Bluetooth, and USB inputs. It's a well rounded offering that also includes second zone functionality as well, which I personally haven't used yet. One final note regarding the remote control. It's a pretty usable remote overall, with access to quite a few settings without being a large monstrosity. The one annoyance with the remote is that they've decided to add a "tone" control rocker that sits opposite the volume control. I've hit the tone controls a number of times already expecting the volume to be adjusted only to be frustrated when nothing happens. While it's good that they've added a mechanism for easily adjusting speaker levels, this feels like a UX design flaw. In time I'll grow accustomed to it, but again, it's a minor annoyance to me that could've been avoided. SOFTWARE I'll start with the positive. The on-screen display for the receiver (when it works... more on that below) is not only modern looking, it's incredibly responsive. This isn't the case for the Pioneer unit that this replaced, and it was a pleasantly surprising experience. The settings are mostly logically laid out and easy to understand. I also found the quick settings feature to be very useful as well, giving quick access to some frequently used settings; notably level adjustments in my case. Overall, this is a solid basis to start from. It wasn't all pleasant, however. My issues started, as mentioned above, while trying to set up Google Chromecast. I ran into a host of issues before eventually upgraded the firmware and seemingly resolving those issues. Bluetooth has also caused some issues. While the connection is relatively quick and has been rock solid, I've noticed an issue where my phone stays connected to the receiver even after I've put it into standby. The first time I noticed this, I was surprised to see my phone playing music 2 hours after shutting the Onkyo off. This is remedied by switching inputs on the receiver prior to shutting it off, but this seems like an issue that shouldn't happen (and could potentially be fixed in a future firmware update). Additionally, when connecting the receiver via Bluetooth, something odd happens where the receiver will play the music as expected, but it goes into a "Now Initializing" state. When this happens, it seems to throw the receiver into a error state since the on screen display no longer shows and navigating the menu options via the front display of the receiver show that most of the settings options are no longer accessible. The only fix I've come up is to unplug the power to the receiver, wait a few seconds, and plug it back in. This is another annoyance that I hope gets cleaned up via firmware update. SUMMARY This is a receiver that combines excellent sound quality in both cinema and music, with a wealth of features and inputs. Unfortunately, I've found the software to be buggy and at times unpolished. My hope is that Onkyo eventually fixes my issues via firmware update. If you can live with the issues (none of which are deal breakers), you'll be rewarded with an overall amazing receiver.

With more and more streaming devices supporting Dolby Atmos, and the introduction of 8K resolution TV, it’s nice to see a manufacturer provide an option that will last until another new standard hits the market. In the box, you’ll find the receiver, quick setup guides, AM/FM antenna, a remote (batteries included), and a setup microphone. On the rear of the unit, you’ll find several inputs and outputs providing compatibility with both newer and older media devices. There are 6 HDMI inputs, 3 of which support 8K/60 & 4k/120 input, with the remaining 4 supporting 4K/60 devices. The device supports up to a 7.2 speaker setup, and has 2 pre-outs for Subwoofers (if you’re using more than one). Setup was fairly straight forward, install the speakers into the appropriate output, and follow the initial setup on the TV using the included remote. You’ll be asked to perform an audio calibration using the included microphone, and I’d highly recommend performing this step when you can have some quiet. The Receiver will send out audio tones, which are heard by the microphone and then calibrated for your listening environment. During the setup process you’ll also decide whether to connect to your network using the ethernet port, or with WiFi (the antennas are pre-installed). If you’re lucky enough to have a new iOS device, you can use this to connect to your WiFi network in a similar way to setting up a new AirPlay speaker. Simply find the device in your WiFi settings, tap it, and you’ll see the receiver automatically connect to the same network as your iPhone. You’ll also receive prompts to enable Alexa and Google Chromecast. Given that I use mostly streaming services, I connected up my new Apple TV 4K, which supports Dolby Vision and Atmos audio. It took some messing around with my Sony TV to pass through the video properly, but once I enabled “Enhanced Inputs” the device automatically displayed over the HDMI eARC port. There was no need to run HDMI to my TV, as the receiver was able to act as the switch. You’ll also need to remember to turn off additional audio format if you’ve enabled this on your Apple TV; it needs to be set to Auto to allow Dolby Atmos. I paired this receiver with new Klipsch Reference Series speakers, including two heights, two floor standing, center channel, two bookshelf speakers, and a 10 inch Klipsch Subwoofer. All of them provided crisp sound, and elevated the sound while watching movies purchased on my Apple TV with full Atmos, and even when streaming from all services. It was a much better movie viewing experience overall, and if you’ve been used to only TV or a simple Soundbar, you’ll be in for a treat. The receiver is compatible with Dolby Digital/Atmos, DTS:X, and is certified for THX sound. It also has bluetooth, which once set up, will allow you to play from a paired device. You can also use it for AirPlay, with your compatible Mac or iOS device for instant playback on those devices. I have yet to notice any delays in the audio playback on any device (outside of bluetooth), and the device also supports CEC. So, you’re able to control the volume using your compatible CEC devices; such as the Apple TV with it’s remote. I almost forgot to mention that this will also pair with your SONOS Overall, I’m highly impressed with the Onkyo NR6100 Receiver. The audio is clear, loud, enjoyable, and a quality upgrade from my previous Soundbar System. It’s feature rich, supporting most major audio formats, is ready for future 8K devices, and offers plenty of inputs for all of your Hi-Fi devices or Phono Player of choice. I’d highly recommend giving this one a shot.

This feature packed receiver has just about everything you need to be able to run all the latest audio and video codecs for at least the next 5+ years. The receiver has many ways to connect to components, both streaming and physical. It offers 8K support with eARC as well as 8K support for a sub zone and 4K for zone 2. There is a Phono input for turntables, and a line out for a powered zone 2. It supports both WiFi and Bluetooth, plus it has Chromecast built in. One thing I really like about this receiver is the sleek yet minimal design. Everything you need is accessible right on the front of the receiver, and you don’t have to scroll through layers of sub menus to find it. For example, the tone controls are all individually accessible, as well as the different sound modes. The receiver has HDMI 2.1 which allows video to pass through at 4K/120Hz HDR, allowing for the latest and best gaming. It also allows Bi-Directional Bluetooth, meaning you can both send and receive audio via Bluetooth. One of my favorite features of this receiver is the smart capabilities, this includes all the built-in music streaming services, plus the ability to work with Sonos. The onscreen display menu is very intuitive and is easy to maneuver through. You also have the option of downloading the Onkyo Controller app from iOS or Google, I downloaded it over iOS. Despite the low rating on the app store, I think the app works flawlessly. I was amazed at how fast it connected to my iPhone and was able to play music from my library instantly. With the app you have the ability to change everything from the source input, to changing the sound mode. The app makes your phone a more detailed remote. The receiver does a fantastic job at powering all my speakers. I have a 5.1.2 Atmos configuration and it’s able to produce enough power for all channels without any trouble. It includes many different sound presets to choose from. It gives many options for sound configurations as well. You can set up a 7.2ch system, or an Atmos system. It also gives you the ability to add a zone 2 and play different sources in different rooms, at the same time. Once you connect all your speakers, you can connect the included mic for a room calibration. How this works is it maps out your room through sound measurements and adjusts the vol for each speaker according to your listening position. This does a fantastic job at calibrating. Overall, I am thoroughly impressed with the Onkyo NR1600. I think this is a solid receiver that outperforms all my expectations. The receiver is very easy to operate and has many amazing features to offer. With all the latest codecs and wireless features, this receiver is future proof for many years to come. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a new home theater receiver.

Upgraded from an early 90’s Onkyo TX-SV 525 and am pleasantly surprised. Not familiar with HDMI inputs, as the old receiver came out before HDMI was a thing, I was a little nervous how things might work but it was seamless. The initial setup was painless and the receiver did everything for me. My setup includes new Polk Monitor XT70 tower speakers, Polk surround speakers, 2 Polk subs and 2 Polk ceiling firing speakers. All I can say is WOW! I can’t believe I have been missing this sound from movies as well as music. My wife and I have not listened to music like this for some time. We now come home from work and rather than turning on the TV, we turn listen to Spotify or records until bedtime. I researched receivers by Denon and Yamaha but this receiver seemed to have more features and due to being on sale, was cheaper than the others. My last receiver was my first Onkyo purchase and was still going strong when I unplugged it so I know they are built to last. Very pleased and would encourage anyone to buy this receiver.

I've been an Onkyo fan for quite a long time. When we all got trapped inside during the first part of the pandemic, I started researching AVRs in search of an upgrade for my aging 705 and 606 receivers. I was dismayed to find that Onkyo was in dire straights. Last year when it was announced that they were being added to the Voxx family and tightening their partnership with Klipsch, I was thrilled both as an Onkyo fan and for the home audio business in general. I'm really in love with the Onkyo TX-NR6100 and think it's an incredible value for a feature packed receiver. Features I love: 1) an ethernet port AND wifi - I have ethernet in every room, so I want to use that whenever possible, but having wifi available is a great option 2) Chromecast built in - I love that it has chromecast audio streaming built into the receiver, and that when you choose to Cast to the Onkyo AVR, it automatically turns on. That's one less thing I have to fumble with the Harmony app for. Bravo. And the front display shows the track title. Another bonus. 3) HDMI for zone2: not a feature I am going to use right away, but having the option to drive a projector or even another room with the HDMI 'sub' out is a major plus at this price. 4) Gaming features: having VRR for 4k on the HDMI ports is an awesome benefit for Xbox Series S/X and for PCs with HDMI 2.1. 5) Perk for Klipsch owners - there's an automatic EQ setting built into the receiver to take advantage of that special relationship between the companies. With that selected you can be assured you're getting an experienced tuned especially for the classic horn tweeter config of Klipsch speakers. Things I don't like: 1) I don't have a lot of complaints, but when testing with my Roku Ultra (vs the Shield TV Pro I normally use in this room) the audio for some apps did not work until I paused and restarted the source - but only when HDMI CEC was on. Once I turned off CEC (which I don't need anyway), this problem went away. And it was only with the Roku ultra, and only with certain apps. Just a weird quirk. 2) I really like the Android app to control the receiver, but it does feel a weee bit under-developed/unpolished. 3) I wish there was a proper "Atmos" logo that lit up on the front of the receiver. You can see when Atmos is running (it turns off the D.Surr logo but the DD logo stays lit along with all 7 speakers), and you can see it through the very cool audio/video info part of the app, but I still wish it had a nice big logo on the front. I'm vain, I guess. So, if, like me, you had been waiting with bated breath for Onkyo to rise like a phoenix, your time is here. Not only are they back, they are back with a killer deal for a receiver with 8K and 4K VRR inputs along with TWO HDMI output zones. Definitely worth the wait.

I don't know why I see a few of these negative reviews on this receiver. Ease of use and navigation - check, the quality of functionality - check, power - double check, sound quality - YES! This receiver is pushing my power-hungry Klipsch 5.1.2 setup like it's pushing a child on a swing....effortless. I was easily able to dial in every speaker easily. Every source material - TV, Movies, Streaming Music, Games, Vinyl - all are equalized perfectly for my ears and the setting applies after fine-tuning every time I use those sources. Seriously, for the price you can't do better. Punches 2 levels above its weight classes! Also, it packs more features along with its power output than you will get in most other in the same range, and if you do get the same features you will at the cost of less power.

I have not had the chance to use too many receivers in my past so this was a new experience for me. I have use sound bars before and other similar devices but never a receiver. I am happy to say that I am quite satisfied with the performance that this can manage. It can easily manage several devices with no performance issues what so ever. The receiver has 6 HDMI ports and, optical, RCA, coax, bluetooth ,and 5 zone surround sound plug ins. There is even notable 8k support, which is something i am excite to see once the time comes. I used this to pair with a great surround sound system along side my gaming console. The remove is typical for what you'd expect for a device such as this. From a sound standpoint, the amount of sound that can be pumped through this is impressive. I didnt want to wake the neighbors but I have no doubt it could if I wanted to. Setting up was a breeze too as it is only simply needs to be plugged into the wall for power (outside of the inputs). The front face is very standard with a row of labled inputs and a volume dial, the basics. If you are looking to put this on a shelve make sure it can handle the weight as the unit is quite heavy. All in all, if you are looking for a solid performing receiver that can handle several inputs while managing a surround sound system then this is for you.

A receiver it's the heart and brain of your A/V system. It centralizes content sources (such as a cable box, Blu-ray player, streaming stick, etc.) , processes them and pumps them over to your TV and speakers. For the last two weeks I've been testing out the Onkyo NR6100 THX certified network A/V receiver to see if it meets my movie watching and music listening needs. Overall, I think it's a great receiver with a few flaws that drive me nuts.  Likes:- It has a great port selection which includes three 4K HDMI inputs, three 8K HDMI inputs, and two HDMI outputs. It also has all the ports I would need to be backwards compatible. Such as coax, optical, RCA and Phono. There is even a separate preout for a second zone. Also, since it supports 8K the receiver is future proof.  - All the available source options have their own button right on the front of the receiver. So, I can quickly change my source without hunting down the remote.  - The receiver seamlessly supports the pass-through of my sources. Meaning I don't have to turn the receiver on for it to display my source on the screen.  - It has a great user interface. The onscreen menus have great graphics, settings descriptions, and it responds quickly as I go through the menu options. Also, there are plenty of adjustment points for customizing the sound output to my liking.  - It has enough wattage to cleanly power seven large speakers. If I crank it up close to its max volume it can get really loud with little distortion.  - It has WIFI, and Bluetooth built in. Which allows me to keep the receiver updated and stream my favorite music apps.  - It has a convenient Onkyo controller app that allows me to control both the receiver and the TV.  Dislikes: - The volume is inconsistent throughout the different sound modes and keeping the sound tuned to my liking is a nightmare. Here's an example.  I am watching the evening news and the volume is set to 20 out of 97. Everything is great. I switched apps to watch a movie and I couldn't hear the dialogue. So, I needed to raise the volume up to somewhere between 50 and 70 just for the sound to be at the same level it was at when I was listening to it at 20. Increasing the volume caused the front channels to overshadow the surround channels. So, I had to re-tune all the speakers. Then it sounds great again. That is until I need to switch back to TV and re-tune it again because everything sounds muffled. Or If I want to listen to music. Guess what... I need to tune it again. It could be because I am very picky with my sound but I never had this issue with my old receiver.   - I can easily look past the fact that the remote is too big. But I must carry it around with me because of my first dislike. It has 45 buttons and only 10 of them are useful.  Also, the remote is unable to control any other device.   With all that said, when the sound is dialed in, the receiver sounds fantastic. It has everything I would want or need in a receiver except for the volume inconsistency.