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 are delighted by the excellent sound quality, convenient Bluetooth connectivity, and overall ease of use. They also appreciate its great price point, useful phono input, and powerful performance, noting its simple setup. However, some users have expressed concerns regarding limited bass and treble control, issues with volume control, and its somewhat large size.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Slightly Old School
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality is very good for a receiver at this price point. It's purely analog; no digital inputs or outputs on this thing, but that's what DACs are for. Nice phono stage and an FM tuner. Probably the reason for the less than perfect rating is the lack being able to precisely manually tune to your stations. Instead I have to rely on auto scanning to lock on. It doesn't always do that.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Bass
Good Receiver, but not great.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall, this is a good receiver to "get the job done". I have had a few difficulties with it, however, that have irritated me. One is that when I am connected to some bluetooth devices, there is a loud static noise when playing songs or videos. I love the bluetooth feature, so I have been using it, only to have my ears hurt from this sound at the beginning of songs. All that beings, said, this receiver does seem to produce a clear reproduction and has an easy to use remote. My Klipsch reference speakers sound great through it when I have the bass turned up a bit on the receiver. As others have mentioned, the EQ options are just bass and treble, and the bass tuning is frustrating as it seems low and when I cut bass up it starts to get muddy (tuning too much into the mids/bass).
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi chadthepianist,
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. While we're glad you like the receiver, we're sorry to hear the issues that you are having when using Bluetooth connection. You may try some of the steps below to isolate the issue.
Severe humming or noise.
• If 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
You can adjust the tonal balance of the speakers. Please refer to the receiver manual on page 21.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/4726/f63b8edb2b154409daa55875111f95e4/47269071M.pdf
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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 purchasing Sony - Kris
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Solid stereo receiver
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A solid and good-sounding stereo receiver. I really like that it automatically recognizes my phone over Bluetooth. It also has plenty of inputs for sources like my HD radio. My Vandersteen speakers sound great with it!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jeff, We're very grateful for this positive feedback! Good to hear you like the easy Bluetooth pairing, multiple inputs, and it works and sounds great with your speakers. 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
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Solid receiver, very happy with my purchase of my SONY.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Great Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this receiver! We bought it for our phonograph, but happily discovered that since we have a Sony TV, the receiver's Bluetooth automatically connects, so we can have stereo audio whenever we want!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Alison, We are glad that you love your new Sony receiver. Every component in the STR-DH190 has been designed for detail and clarity. 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. Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Don’t spend more than needed
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Clean clear sound. Easy to set up. I bought a more expensive amp just to return it and get this one.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Great features, sound, and value
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got this to replace the 1980’s Sony version of this receiver. It works well with our classic turntable and has lots of inputs for other components. The sound is great and Bluetooth is the best. You can stream your favorite radio stations or Pandora. Overall great value.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Low Priced, Value Receiver
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very pleased with this purchase. Great value, low price receiver. Plenty of power, offers Bluetooth connectivity with music apps. It pairs well in specs and sound with matching Sony Core SerieS speakers (both tower and bookshelf). A really nice system.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Great basic receiver for most small space needs
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great basic receiver with enough power for most small space requirements. Bluetooth streaming feature works great, allowing you to stream from all your phone app sources. Good quality of build, attractive design.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JDUBS, fantastic! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the Bluetooth feature, great built quality, beautiful design, and powerful sound it delivers. 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
Great value
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.East to set up, easy to use, works exactly as you would expect. The Bluetooth is easy to connect to and changing inputs is very simple. I’m not sure it’s exactly would 249 or even 199 but it works as billed and I have no issues with the receiver at all
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Ease of use
Great receiver for the price!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.When this went on sale, it became one of the best value's I could find for a Bluetooth receiver. hookup was easy and the pairing to my phone was quick. I hooked it up to my outdoor Bose speakers and the backyard was playing music again.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Steve, 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Greatest receiver for the price
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Used this Sony reciver for outdoor Yamaha Speaker with max 150w & was happy with added Bluetooth feature that connects/pairs easily & without problems. Definitely recommend this Sony at this price point, especially for outdoor speakers that won’t be used year round.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Bluetooth and Phono
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This receiver has both Bluetooth and phono input, along with multiple line level inputs. Not many receivers have both and this is the only one I found at this price point. Remote control included. Overall great receiver for the money.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DurhamMusic, Thank you for this awesome review! We're glad to hear you appreciate the Bluetooth and phono input 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Perfect for the right job.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfect. Just moved into a house with a whole house speaker set-up, and needed something simple and affordable to power it all. Connects to bluetooth in a snap and Alexa also. This is exactly what I needed and it sounds great.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RandyC, Great! We're glad to hear it works perfectly with your house speaker setup and you like the easy Bluetooth pairing as well. 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! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Great value for a small amp.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was what I was looking for. I wanted a small amp with a phono input. I have it hooked up to a pair of bookshelf speakers. Audio quality is good and enough power for the room they are in. As a bonus, it has Bluetooth and my IPad easily links up to you.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Excellent choice.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.What a great piece of gear! I had modest expectations given the price. This will make you smile. Go for the phono. Stay for the Bluetooth.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanaH, Awesome! We're very happy to hear that this receiver has exceeded your expectations. 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, Phono input
Great receiver great price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love this receiver I have a older turntable that requires a pre amp adapter but this unit has it built in along with Bluetooth, I stream tunes listen to my old vinyl added my old Bose shelf speakers and the remote is the bonus
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dakota13, We're glad to hear you feel that the STRDH190 is worth its price! Good to know you appreciate the built-in phono input and Bluetooth function. 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. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Phono input
Pleased
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My fourty year old amp was having issues. Went to Best Buy so I could have tunes when I get off of work. I AM VERY PLEASED WITH MY JOICE. It is blue tooth capable and I can hook up my old equipment. [ turn table, 8 track, cassette, and C.D.player ]
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi itsnotmine, We’re glad that you are happy with this 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! Thanks for choosing Sony! Jay
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
A great 2-Channel Receiver at an amazing price!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I originally bought this receiver to replace the 30-year-old 5.1 Channel Sony Prologic Receiver in my living room, but decided to locate this one to replace the 50-year-old Pioneer SX780 on my back porch. It works fine in either room, with superb sound quality, even when engaging both A and B speakers simultaneously. As the porch houses my treadmill, this 2.0 Channel elevates the sound well-over the noise of the treadmill, so that I can actually enjoy whatever I am watching on TV. This is a great primary receiver for those who don't already have a set up for 5 channels and with all those RCA inputs, will accommodate "old school" components. It serves well as a secondary receiver to the Sony 5.2 Channel that I bought a week later.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Rick, thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience with our product! We are incredibly pleased you are satisfied with the incredible sound quality and features- especially the A& B speakers function of our 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!
Thank you so much for purchasing our STR-DH190 & 5.2 Channel A/V receiver and for trusting Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Phono input, Sound quality
Bring the Vinyl
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome set up for hooking up a turntable for those cracking LP sounds on the old vinyl- nice updates to my 20 yr old receiver
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelW, Fantastic! Good to know you like the ease of setup and phono input to play your vinyl records. 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