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Onkyo - TX-SR494 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver - Black

Model:
TXSR494
SKU:
6400737
Highly rated by customers for:
$449.00

Customer reviews

Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 354 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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84%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers express satisfaction with the TX-SR494 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver's sound quality and ease of use. Many find the setup process straightforward and appreciate the power it delivers for the price, along with its connectivity options. However, a few users have reported issues with overheating and volume inconsistencies.

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  • Elphaba likes Onkyo

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Can not go wrong with Onkyo. They have been around for decades and this one does the job quite well. Works great

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Many Features

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Outstanding sound reproduction, able to produce from a variety of sources including turntable, cd, and Bluetooth! Awesome sound reproduction, able to configure speaker placement. Very impressive!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works great!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works excellent. My old receiver would take several seconds when turning on to display my smart device on the tv. The new one puts it on the screen almost instantly.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Receiver

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My second Onkyo receiver in 20 years, the first one is still doing great, this second one is being setup in our theater/media room.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • NEW TOY

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased for my Dad as a gift he absolutely love it

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Gtera receiver

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product for the money. Onkyo always a great choice.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Onkyo Receiver

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This receiver works just as we expected it to. We have no complaints.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Unhappy customer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Buy sold me a product that had a missing zone button on the back and my installation couldn’t be fulfilled properly and I can’t return the receiver. It’s past the return. When I bought the open box it said good condition. It should’ve said part was missing so I blame Best Buy. The geek squad was great and brought it to my attention but the store reference was awful so what are you gonna do about it replace it or not

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Happy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We were looking for a receiver that would work with the speakers we already had. This works perfect.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great brand

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Always top notch with Onkyo, my other receiver is still going strong after 24 years and gets used every day.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great sound quality!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome sound and controls! Very happy with this purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Better options

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound goes in and out but I'm sure that's my wiring. Other than that the connections are not consistent which I didn't enjoy.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • DOA Couldn't get it to work

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Mine was DOA so can't really give it a true review. Wanted it for my man cave but couldn't get it to work. Great price price if it would have worked.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Too bad I used to love the Onkyo system components

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This model is not as good as the older models. No place for a turntable and if you use the PC connector space for it then the quality of sound is awful.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Great receiver!! Love it!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is perfect for my upgraded home theatre setup!! I added this so I could use Atmos and my new height speakers!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • The Best

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great receiver. I have had nothing but Onkyo equipment for the last 35 years and it never fails me. I have never had a bit of trouble with anything they creat.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • not a reliable receiver - 2 units didn't power on

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Tried to give this unit a 2nd chance after buying the first to last only a day before not powering on again. The same thing happened with the second unit. Loved the idea of all the features for the price, but his unit has a power supply issue and is not reliable. Sadly disappointed

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Great Brand!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent price and GREAT QUALITY system we will enjoy for Years!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Outstanding

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Updated our old receiver, with this one. Easy to install and does all we need and more!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Surround sound

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have not had tyd chancd yo ecperience this yet… trying to get someone to install it

    I would recommend this to a friend
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