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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 453 reviews

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Customers find value in the Elite 980W's exceptional sound quality, ease of use, and Bluetooth connectivity. Many appreciate its reasonable price and powerful performance, along with the straightforward setup process. The receiver's extensive features and 4K capabilities are also frequently praised. However, some users have expressed dissatisfaction with the remote control.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    BEST 4K PASSTHROUGH FOR THE MONEY

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

    EASY SETUP AND AUTO FEATURES. GOOD MENUS, SOLID 4K PERFORMANCE. THE ONLY DING IS ONLY 1 OPTICAL AND 1 DIGITAL INPUT, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent quality of Sound, Easy to set up !

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

    Just follow the instructions, and with in 45 minutes you are ready to enjoy theater quality sound, in your own home.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Don't overpay!

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

    This receiver does everything the more expensive receivers do and is a quarter of the price. Easy on screen set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    pioneer does it again

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

    I couldnt be happier with my new pioneer elite 980w. I had a pionner vr1020 before i upgraded and the sound quality is on point. I dont have wireless speakers so i cant comment on that part. The setup was easy to do. I originally purchased a sony and returned it to get this. Again i couldn't be happier with my pioneer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Receiver Is Awesome!

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

    This receiver was included in a surround sound package I purchased a week ago in Best Buy. I must say, the thing I like about it most is that it is so simple to operate. Some receivers out there have so many options it tends to get a little confusing for the user. The amount of power it provides for my Surround Sound Speaker system is perfect. I also like the amount of HDMI input options as well. Overall, I am very satisfied with this Receiver and would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect sound

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

    I replaced an Oynko 1000 watt system that was 10 years old the difference in sound quality is like day and night

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Power

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Good Product

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

    Powerful and easy to set up and use. Perfect for my home theater needs It has 1, not 2 Zones (speakers)

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This receiver handles it all!

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

    Easy hookup of my components (i.e. TV, Blu Ray player, Roku and Gaming System by HDMI. Love that I can play my Ipod with this receiver over bluetooth I have 5.1 channels speakers, but now can upgrade to 7.1 surround sound speakers when I want Movies are once again excellent sounding through this receiver!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Easy wiring, easy on screen setup, Intuitive, I rarely even have to use my remote compared to my old receiver.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice amp

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

    No problems so far with this guy. Menu is a little daunting if you are not using it with a TV, but workable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    All-around great amp

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

    Wireless works well, set up easy and quick, love the speaker balancing feature. Well made, quality product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Reciever!

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

    The Reciever was easy to hook up to my receiver. Works just like it supposed to. Bluetooth is awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Surround sound system

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

    Great surround sound system, but disappointed that it did not have a built in DVD player, so we had to purchase a DVD player.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pioneer receiver

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

    This is my fourth receiver I've ever purchased but great quality and top of the line awesome price too

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    HD Receiver holds everything together

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

    The Pioneer receiver holds my system together. The sound is alive though my speakers are 10+ years old.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    What a deal

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

    I was looking to purchase another brand, but when I saw the Elite and began my research, there was no denying that dollar for dollar this was a better investment. This AV is even Atmos capable, and that is a plus seeing how most recordings are jumping from 5.1 to Atmos Dolby, bypassing 7.1. I had to remove the legs from the device, they are just about 1/2 inch in height, but that is my only complaint - not much of a complaint.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Power

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Another solid pioneer receiver

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

    I expect great products from pioneer and this unit does not disappoint. Great features, tons of power.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good quality product

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

    This is exactly what I need for my enertainment center. The receiver is sleek in design and produces good quality sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb receiver with multiple dimensions.

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

    This is a high quality receiver that allows audio access via AM/FM radio, bluetooth, and television.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great product from pioneer

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

    the sound quality is excelent you cant go wrong with pioneer.run them on my klipsch speaker

    I would recommend this to a friend
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