Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- STRDH190
- SKU:
- 12119092
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Great Unit for the Money
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The combination of phono, FM receiver, and multiple inputs were exactly what was needed. The Bluetooth connectivity is a great addition. Setup is easy, and front panel or remote operation is simple.
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Posted .Hi RandyM,
Perfect! We're glad that you like FM radio feature, available inputs, Bluetooth, and user-friendly functions of the receiver. 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Ease of use
Great receiver
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent purchase. Using the receiver to drive two high end B&W speakers. The Bluetooth works perfect and the unit is easy to operate through its various modes.
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Posted .Hi Matteo, awesome! We're glad you are enjoying our product! Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
Perfect for a simple setup
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Was looking for a amp just to pass through from TV to 3-way floor speakers, mainly used for gaming and music. This is great, very simple, quick setup and Bluetooth is very hand for just playing music without running through TV. Powerful and meets my needs.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Great receiver at a great price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This receiver was exactly what I needed. I have a turntable and some nice speakers I had just repaired and was looking for that sweet vinyl sound. The Sony pairs well with my passive speakers and has enough extras to make it a great hub for many of my media needs. I’m impressed with its overall performance and especially the price.
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Posted .Hi Paulie7, Wonderful! We're thrilled to hear that this is what you're looking for in a stereo receiver. And we're very happy you like the sound quality, especially when playing vinyl records and you feel that the price is worth it. 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! Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Sony receiver review
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This Sony receiver replaced a 25 year old Sony receiver and I can say nothing but positives about it. First receiver I have bought with BlueTooth, which works very well. Phone input as I still have a Denon turntable with SME arm and 500 jazz vinyl albums..several other inputs for CD player and CD changer. Very impressed with this $149 receiver!!
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Posted .Hi DonR, Thank you for upgrading to your new STRDH190! We're thrilled to hear you like the Bluetooth feature, Phono input for your turntable, and multiple audio inputs. 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Ease of use
Nice Looking unit
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good features and easy to install. Not sure about the FM antenna and plug in back of the unit. I wish there was a more common adapter and length of the antenna was longer. Worried about reception. Love the bluetooth feature for sound. I have trouble pairing too my bluetooth headphones. Not sure how
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Posted .Hi DaleS, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Good to hear you like the ease of installation, Bluetooth feature, and overall features of the receiver. If you're having trouble pairing to your Bluetooth headphones. Please follow the steps below if you cannot make a Bluetooth
connection with your headphones:
• The BLUETOOTH device you attempted to
connect does not support the A2DP
profile, and cannot be connected with
the receiver.
• Press BLUETOOTH to connect to the last
connected BLUETOOTH device.
• Turn on the BLUETOOTH function of the
BLUETOOTH device.
• Establish a connection from the
BLUETOOTH device.
• The pairing registration information has
been erased. Perform the pairing
operation again.
• While connected to a BLUETOOTH device,
this receiver cannot be detected.
• Erase the pairing registration information
of the BLUETOOTH device on the
BLUETOOTH device and perform the
pairing operation again.
You can't connect an external FM antenna to your A/V receiver, but you can improve the FM reception.
Adjust the position of the supplied FM wire antenna (aerial) to a place where the reception condition is good.
Place the antenna near a window.
Position the antenna as horizontally as possible.
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
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Sounds good
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I read a review which stated that the Bluetooth “might” work with a Samsung smart tv and another said it’s not guaranteed. I took the gamble and it works. I also plugged in my old iPod, tested my iPhone, both worked using Bluetooth. The sound is very nice. I gave 4 stars because there’s an FM station that I listen to from car and the receiver doesn’t get that station clearly. But I was able to find a substitute station for it.
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Posted .Hi Alexds828, That's amazing! We're thrilled to hear you like the sound quality and it works perfectly with your Smart TV and Apple devices. We appreciate your feedback about the FM tuner. We take into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products. 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Sony Stereo
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works just like you expect from a Sony. Great sound and easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Budget Receiver that Evolved into a 2.1 then 2.2
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This receiver is the most surprising purchase that I have made for my home entertainment system. I literally bought it sight unseen without reading any reviews so that I could play my record player through it to my speakers. With that said, it has exceeded all of my expectations and now directs traffic from my PC, blu-ray player, music streaming service, movie streaming services, and my record player. With all of these different functions it delivers amazing stereo sound quality. I know that it is rated as a 2.0 system, but with a couple subwoofers and some speaker wire splicing it now functions as a 2.1 or 2.2 system beautifully. It is rated to 100 watts and I would have to say that it delivers, all though I don't crank it up that high normally. When I have though I have not experienced any distortion. This is a great purchase and lets you experience amazing sound at an amazing budget price. I highly recommend it.
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Posted .That's amazing, Markimus! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with the STR-DH190. We’re happy to hear you are enjoying it and you are satisfied with its incredible sound quality, features & functionality, reasonable price, and superb performance.
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!
Thanks for the 5-star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
steve m
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great value...love the built-in blue tooth...and the phono
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Great bluetooth reciever for the money. Love it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great little receiver for the money. Bluetooth connects easy and i have a old sony 5 disk charger connected to it and its flawless. Only complaint if i had to say anything would be maybe add more power but it does sound great and works great just like my old aystem but with updated technology such as bluetooth. Love this system
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi S1andman1, We're glad to hear you feel that the STRDH190 is worth its price! Good to know you like the easy Bluetooth pairing, works perfectly with your 5 disc changer, and excellent sound quality of the unit. 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
TV stereo
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this for my TV stereo and works with the Dish network remote for volume up and down and power off. The sound quality is good.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Phono input, Sound quality
Turntable Reciever
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was looking for a reciever to run my turn table. Matched it up with a pair of Bose 201s and a polk sub. This is a must have if you have a turn table. Extremly satisfied.
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Posted .Hi DwaneG, Thanks for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to hear that you are extremely satisfied with your new Sony STRDH190 stereo receiver. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Ease of use
Sony Stereo Receiver
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works perfectly paired with my Sony bluetooth record player. Love that I don't have to have the record player right on top of the receiver if I don't want to.
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Posted .Hi DerekW,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like your new Sony AV receiver. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
A satisfied customer !
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the $ ,and the name brand I am very comfortable with the purchase .sound quality is very good and the features make the Sony easy to operate, and fun as well. Sony will be my next C/D purchase .
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Posted .Hi JackyB,
Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. Thank you for your purchase and we are honored to have customers like you. We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and easy to use functions of the AV receiver. 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.
-David
- Pros mentioned:BluetoothCons mentioned:Size
Useful Utility Receiver
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Needed a receiver in my home gym to power up some old speakers I had laying around Pros- Price ($99), Bluetooth, Ease of Use , Set it up and started playing music in 5 minutes Cons- Size . Not really a Con, but we are spoiled now with portable speakers and I haven't used a receiver in 10+ years. Smaller than what I had though for sure
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Posted .Hi Size, We're glad to hear you feel that the Bluetooth feature and ease of use of the STRDH190 is worth its price.
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! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Price
Great little Gem of two channel amp!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome, fully featured and a bargain price. Clean, clear easy power, and won't break budget. Using with vintage Panasonic turntable and B&W Vintage speakers, plenty of power! Nice remote and tone control.
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Posted .Hi jubispupper,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the AV receiver for your speaker setup. 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!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good Receiver
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This works great for its intended use. I use it in the bedroom with 2 speakers. Sounds good. No glitches.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Phono input
Great Stereo Receiver!
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great stereo receiver! It’s more than adequate to power my Yamaha outdoor speakers. It also has a photo input with ground which is awesome for my 80’s turntable! Doesn’t have subwoofer out, but input 4 has an output (for tape recordings). I used it with a Y cable to send a signal to a subwoofer when we want some extra oomph.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Scholar, we're glad you like our product. Every component in the STR-DH190 has been designed for detail and clarity. The STR-DH190 has four analog audio inputs and one output, for easy connection to your audio recording device and other audio equipment. We hope you also enjoy the BLUETOOTH for easy connection with mobile devices and the A and B speaker function for flexible installation. Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Good but not great - but still good for the money.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is nice and I can't complain about the crisp output when listening to vinyl. To keep this short, I'll share the things that could be better. The antenna. It's short and doesn't pick up FM stations all that far away. If you want to replace it, good luck finding one to fit the port on the receiver. Next, the simple, low hum that is very apparent when nothing is playing but the unit is on. Doesn't matter if the turntable is off, it still hums. You can't notice it when the music is playing, and for that, it does a great job. Last, the tuning of stations. The auto-tune works well, but what if you want to manually tune something? Forget about it. It doesn't really allow manually tuning by frequency. If you get good with the auto feature, you can eventually get to a station that is less in signal strength by tuning one way (automatically) then stopping the search up by tuning in the other direction right at the exact time you are on the frequency you want. Yes, it's tricky, but it can be done. If you can get past these three things, you'll enjoy this receiver. Overall, for the money, this is a good buy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Greenwood110, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your STRDH190 receiver. We're glad to hear you like crisp sound, especially when listening to vinyl records. We're sorry to hear if you're having signal reception issues when listening to your FM stations.
Please follow these troubleshooting steps if the FM reception is poor.
• Extend and adjust the position of the FM
wire antenna (aerial) to a place where the
reception conditions are good.
• Place the FM wire antenna (aerial) near a
window.
• Position the FM wire antenna (aerial) as
horizontally as possible.
For low humming noise issue, please follow the troubleshooting steps on the link below:
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/audio-components-receivers-amplifiers/str-dh190/articles/00027601
For manual FM tuning, Press TUNING + or TUNING –.
TUNING + scans from lower to higher
frequency stations and TUNING – for
scanning higher to lower.
The receiver stops scanning whenever
a station is received.
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:
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Sincerely,
Sam