Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- STRDH190
- SKU:
- 6187501
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
Customers are saying
Customers value the excellent sound quality and convenient Bluetooth connectivity. They also appreciate its ease of use, good price point, and the inclusion of a phono input. However, some customers have noted limitations with the bass and found the volume for playing records to be unsatisfactory. The product's size was also mentioned as being a bit large.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Weak Receiver that Lacks a Powerful Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this Sony receiver based on the reviews and it was on sale. Sony claims 100w per channel but I could immediately tell that was not true. I have old school Cerwin Vega speakers and this receiver had trouble powering them. At low volumes, the bass would drop out completely. At high volumes, there just wasn't enough headroom or power to sufficiently drive my Cerwin Vega's. Disappointed, I returned this receiver and purchased the Yamaha 200w 2ch Stereo Reciever (model #R-S202BL) that sounds much better and drives my Cerwin Vegas easily. This Sony stereo receiver is weak, IMO, and does not deliver a powerful sound.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SuperDad,
Thank you for the review and we're sorry to hear what hapened with your unit. It is unfortunate that the unit had to be returned. Thank you for sharing your experience and we hope you will consider Sony again in a future purchase.
-David
- Pros mentioned:Price
Good for the money
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pushing a set of Bose speakers this receiver does just fine. Nothing compared to my Yamaha but for this price it’s great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Oldski93, We’re happy to hear you are enjoying your STR-DH190 Stereo receiver with Bluetooth. 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! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Great Buy!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Definitely worth the money! Sound is great and the Bluetooth range is awesome!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dakine626,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and bluetooth function 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!
Regards,
David
- Pros mentioned:Phono input
Music
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great 2 channel receiver for an audiophile easy to connect turntable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Henrym,
Awesome! We're glad you like the great sound and easy connectivity of your devices to your STRDH190 Stereo receiver with Bluetooth. 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! - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Price
Sony
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent sale price. Good value. Purchased as an additional stereo.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ed1952, 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
Refurbished - Would not turn on
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is the highest rated receiver, so I thought I'd get a little bit of a bargain by getting it refurbished. Instead it came with a dent in the top and would not power on. Going to buy new next time.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi smartjaw, we're sorry to hear that you have an issue with your SONY unit. You may follow this link to isolate and fix the issue.
,
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/audio-components-receivers-amplifiers/str-dh190/articles/00032599
~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Sound
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Smooth sound. Excellent quality. Looks good and great sound!!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KenI, Thanks for this positive feedback! We are thrilled to hear you are satisfied with your purchase and you are enjoying the superb sound quality of your new stereo 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Phono input
Record receiver
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works great for record player receiver in my daughters room.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .That's great, JamesH! We're glad that you are enjoying your new 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! -Craig
Lousy amp
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is not the best an the tuner sucks it doesn't find half the stations and you can't manually tune it. I should of bought a better amp.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Not bad at all
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to operate and good features. Bluetooth is very nice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Simpleme, Awesome! We're glad you like the ease of use, cool new features and Bluetooth function of your Sony STRDH190 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! Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great receiver and well worth the money
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The receiver is working out very well for us. It puts out great sound and is very loud. We are very pleased with the quality.
I would recommend this to a friend Easy to use but muddy sound quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I replaced an old Sony that had outstanding sound but was starting to die (after 30 years!) with this one, given my excellent experience with the older model. Sadly I was greatly disappointed. The sound quality is not even in the same ballpark, to the point that when I get over my frustration at wasting money at this one I'll be replacing it. I guess that despite today's electronics advances you still get what you pay for in terms of sound qualilty.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Greg, Thank you for the feedback on your experience with your STRDH190 receiver. This is usually not the case for our home receiver nor the experience we want you to have. To ensure you're getting optimal audio performance with this unit, please try to follow the steps below:
Make sure the VOLUME or MASTER VOLUME knob of your AV Receiver is not set to VOL MIN.
Make sure headphones aren't connected to your receiver or input device.
Press the SPEAKERS button on your receiver and select a setting other than OFF SPEAKERS.
Try switching to a different input source.
Should you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely,
Sam
Awful Bluetooth connectivity, fine otherwise
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Been using for five months. Good for hardwired connections. Easy controls and intuitive remote. The Bluetooth connectivity is awful though. Whether it's connected via bluetooth to my laptop or Android phone, there is a quick but loud static pulse between almost every song, or else a series of R2D2-like tones. I've tried resetting the bluetooth connections, but it hasn't helped. I'll be sending it in for repairs, but it came out of the box like this.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Joejoeagogo, Thank you for choosing and purchasing our Sony STRDH190 2.0Ch Stereo Receiver. While we're glad to hear that you like the features and easy of use, we're sorry to hear you're having issues with Bluetooth connectivity. We regret to hear that it didn't live up to your expectations. We value your feedback and we will surely take note of this for the betterment of our products. You might hear severe humming or noise when there are obstructions between the receiver and your BLUETOOTH device, remove them or move the receiver and/or device avoid them.
• If there is a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave oven nearby, move it away.
• Turn down the volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device.
Your unit comes with a 2-year limited manufacturer's warranty. If you're unable to resolve the issue, please reach out to us. May we contact you to help? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.
Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.
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We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.
We appreciate you and thanks again for shopping Sony!
Sincerely,
Jess
No sound shaping and lacks power
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's ok for the price. It lacks the ability st shape the sound the way you like to listen to music. A very basic unit and also lacks power so I find I have to have the volume turned up father than you would expect.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Product works great!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thanks for the 5-star rating, WEP1! We're glad that you love your new home 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! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Radio
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Plays vinyl records sounds great and it looks amazing!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LizzD, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're very happy to hear it works perfectly with your record player and you like the amazing sound quality of your this 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
good sound
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great sounding receiver,used for outside sound system
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RaymondW,
That's very nice to hear! We're glad that you like the sound quality of the AV receiver. 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!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Flawless
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy setup. Works perfectly so far with no problems.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi mehemo, We're happy to hear this feedback! Glad you like the ease of setup and it works flawlessly. 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
Awesome buy2
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome product really enjoy the blue tooth feature
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LawrenceB, we're glad you are enjoying the Bluetooth feature of 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
Bang for your buck!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Small form, good sound!! Sony makes great equipment.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi wallacemr, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're pleased to hear you like the size and sound quality of your Sony 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! Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam