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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 3876 reviews

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  • Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Your favorite tunes with modern compact device...

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

    This is an economical solution that offers good sound quality and a lot of options and flexibility for home entertainment. Very low-profile, providing plenty of functionality without taking up a lot of room on the shelf. One of the nicest features is the Bluetooth integration, which allows you to connect via Bluetooth for favorite playlists without having to duplicate music from one device to another. Using phone or tablet as a remote also comes in very handy, and one less remote to keep track of. Overall, the Bluetooth integration is another step forward for seamless play of music collections and favorite tunes. Analog inputs are helpful to accommodate CD or phono players for those favorite tunes in the archives and collections of favorites from years ago. Some of us have those ‘oldies and goldies’ from years past, and it is great to be able to play those without having to have another piece of hardware just to accommodate the need. Being able to hook up the CD and vinyl players combined with the modern Bluetooth functions is a very nice combination that covers all the bases for flexibility. 100 watts per channel is plenty for me and provides a good range and clarity of sound without having to go 'high-end' on equipment. The A/B channels can be controlled independently, and you can easily use the remote function to play one or both channels with speakers in separate rooms. The FM receiver and plenty of pre-sets is another nice bonus and very useful for morning listening. Sony quality is evident with solid construction and good sound quality and clarity. Hard to go wrong with the Sony brand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Amazing sound!

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

    We recently redid our backyard and wanted a good stereo system to play music! This device is great and we have no problems at all

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good

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

    Fine. I haven’t take it out of the box yet - I’m waiting for someone to set it up for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    this one was defective

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

    i've purchased Sony products since the 70's and was shocked and let down when i got my new receiver and hooked everything up, then when i turned it on, no screen and 20-30 seconds later it just shut off... tried it again and again. still same thing....... Defective... then i checked where it was made... China... is anything made and sold from america?

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi curtiscsckdd, We regret to hear you're having issues with your STRDH190. This is usually not the case for our receivers nor the experience we want you to have.

      This receiver doesn't have a video output connection to your TV.

      We would like to know more about this so we can help you out. For further assistance, please contact our product support team via email or chat through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US.

      Regards,
      Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not that great

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

    Keep having problems with channels just stop working with no warning

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Gibson84, We are sorry to hear about the issue you are having. Are you getting an error message? Is is no longer turning on? If it is not turning on, please follow the troubleshooting steps on the link below:

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/audio-components-receivers-amplifiers/str-dh190/articles/00032599

      If you are unable to resolve your concern, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Sony Receiver

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

    I purchased this as an open box purchase. It did not work and I took it back for a full refund.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Beck,

      We want to say sorry for any inconvenience you may have experienced with the AV receiver. Please be assured we take this feedback very seriously and continuously strive to improve our products.

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not Like The Older Model Insignia

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

    When I purchased this receiver, I thought it would perform the same as my older model Insignia. Well, I was wrong. Here's the problem. For some reason, the sound output with or without the headphones is too low and without natural sound, no matter how much you tweak it coming from any inputs. Finally, and more important to me, unlike my older model Insignia receiver, there is no way to toggle between speaker audio to headphone audio without having to get up and take the headphone jack out from the receiver. You should be able to toggle between speaker on/off to hear sound through speaker and, vice versa, through headphones. Fortunately, I returned it back to Best Buy and got a refund.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BBuy2020, We are sorry to hear about the issues you are having with this receiver and it had to be returned. Plugging in headphones to the headphone port automatically turns off the sound from the speakers. If there is an audio coming out from the speakers, it is possible that the headphones are not fully plugged into the port. There is also no option to toggle between speaker audio and headphone audio because plugging in a headphone automatically switches off the speakers.
      For future reference, we can offer assistance on how to set up or operate the features and functions, and troubleshoot the issue of your Sony product by visiting our Sony Support website to download the help guide and look for additional information about your product. Also, you can reach out to one of our agents through this link: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/service?language=en_US. who would be glad to help. I hope you consider our Sony products in the future. Thank you for sharing your feedback.
      At Sony, we are always looking to improve our product quality and features. We have noted your input about these concerns and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department.

      Regards,
      Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Worst 2.0 receiver

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

    No Watts to power 100 watt speakers.Very limited bass and treble. Sony is regressing

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Rick, Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. Thanks! ~Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Does not work.

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

    The display lights did not work. I returned it for a refund.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't Trust

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

    This Receiver would have been great if BestBuy would have sent me on that doesn't look like it had been dropped in the floor. Wow! you really know how to treat your Valued Customers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Good receiver with A/B speaker switching

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

    Good receiver and good price. I bought it for my inside ceiling and outside speakers. The A/B speaker switching is very helpful. I connected inside speakers in A and outside in B. When I am not using outside speakers I can simply turn those off and only use inside speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Maskey,

      Thanks for the feedback. If there is something technical that we can help you with, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't buy unless u want something that doesn't wor

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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.

    I received and it just did not work ...its power light went on then off face never lit up...followed directions implicitly ..have had steroes for 45 years...beside not working felt cheap .and as for best buy ..well if they work for u great...it seems I return more than I keep....and I feel like they knew it was problem and sold it anyway

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Chancebran, We regret to hear that the unit had to be returned. This is usually not the case for our Receivers nor the experience we want you to have. For power related issues, we recommend following the troubleshooting steps on this link:https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/audio-components-receivers-amplifiers/str-dh190/articles/00032599. -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Reciever died in two months!!!!

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

    Bought for son for Christmas died a week after the 60 day return window!!! No power at all tried everything did a lot of research on forums!! Dead!!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Nosferatu, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your Sony unit. This is not the experience we want you to have. Let's isolate the issue by following this link:

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00032599?utm_source=glean

      If you require any additional support with regard to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great amp for the price.

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

    Got my old 1980's era turntable back in action at a good price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Just ok

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

    Doesn't have the sound quality of the Yamaha. Ok if you aren't looking for music.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    No hdmi cables and not compatible with newer TV’s

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

    Doesn’t connect with newer tv’s to achieve home theater/surround sound.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JuanPablo, Thank you for purchasing the Sony STRDH190 receiver. We appreciate your feedback. Unfortunately, this unit doesn't support HDMI connection. Although this unit can be connected to TV via analog audio connection, this unit is mainly used for audio devices such as turntable, cd player, tape deck, etc. I would suggest checking out our AV Receivers such as the STRDH590, STRDH790, and STRDN1080 models. Hope this helps! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    hi-fi for low-dough

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

    I was looking for basic stereo receiver/amp and came across this little gem on sale for $149 .. it has almost everything I was looking for .. The BT pairs easily with my phone, ipad and computer and sounds great .. it powers a pair of Denon 6 ohm bookshelf speakers wonderfully .. clear and full .. it has connections for two sets of speakers, allowing A, B and A/B ... .. the EQ, while rudimentary, lets you tweak the treble and bass to fine tune speaker response to your liking .. it has inputs for 4 peripherals and a phono-in circuit and while it has no dedicated subwoofer out circuit, there are easy work-arounds .. Having listened to this for a mnth or so, I'd recommend this Sony to anyone interested in quality sound in a versitile and affordable package.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi kjohn, Thank you for the great review! We're glad you like the easy Bluetooth pairing, amazing sound quality, AB speaker function, built-in EQ for treble and bass adjustment, and multiple audio input connections for all your audio components. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input , or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Save your money

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not load at all has really no extras can't really adjust anything on it things sure have changed things had eq's built in you could fine tune your sound now everything is push this button get this sound no adjusting that sound to fine tune and not load again at least not in my ball park

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi rick, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your STRDH190. We value your opinion and we would like to apologize if our product did not meet your expectations. We take into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products.

      For future reference, we can offer assistance on how to set up or operate the features and functions of your Sony Receiver by visiting our Sony Support website to download the help guide and look for additional information about your product. Also, you can chat with one of our agents who would be glad to help. -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Over priced lacking capabilty

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

    A more capably receiver was on Amazon for half the price with more capability. Not impressed

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Hesails, thank you very much for taking the time to share your concerns with us. Sony takes the voice of our customers very seriously and hearing all feedback - good and bad is important to us. We appreciate your feedback. Regards, ^Ron sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    just what I needed

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

    Needed 2.0 channel to play vinyl and cd's. Perfect!

    I would recommend this to a friend