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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 3920 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

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.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great receiver and a great price.

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

    So far so good. I haven't been able to use it alot yet, but when I have used it it's been great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Rick, That's great! You definitely made the right choice with this AV receiver. We're glad to hear that your investment is worth it. Good to know that you appreciate the overall features and impressive performance 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 your feedback and offering a fantastic rating on the product! -Jess Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony reciever

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

    Great reciever works great and love the Bluetooth feature would buy again

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Bryanja, Amazing! We're very happy to hear that you love the Bluetooth feature and it works great. 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    easy setup and component connection. very basic but nothing ultra necessary for my needs. whould have preferred better specker connection for monster cables but I made it work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jeremy, Fantastic! We're glad you like the ease of setup, component connection, and you feel that the price is worth it. If you're looking for a a better speaker input connection, I'd suggest checking out these models: STRDH590, STRDH790, and STRDN1080 AV receivers.

      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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Blue Tooth Receiver

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Terrific receiver. Finding a good quality blue tooth receiver is not easy. This one fits the bill perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Mars, Thank you for the amazing review! Good to know you're enjoying your new 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Reciever

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

    Works great. The price is a little much, but it does what is needs to do.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony

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

    good machine good sound and volume Fits well into my cabinet

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

      Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for piping TV sound

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

    Great amplifier for value price. I use it to pipe my television sound through two large speakers instead of using a sound bar.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TimW, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad to hear you feel that 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Receiver

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

    You cannot beat this receiver for the price. We bought it for my daughter's new turntable. It puts out great sound and it is very functional.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi srinka, we're glad you like the sound quality 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony quality...

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

    Sony speaks for itself. I bought this for my parent's garage stereo system (Bose speakers). The sound quality is superb. Great deal over the holidays!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BMunster, Thank you for purchasing the Sony STRDH190! We're very happy to hear you like the excellent sound quality. 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 sharing your feedback! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good stuff

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

    Good sound and quality. Good bang for the buck. Sound control is really nice. If you oldschool box speakers with no individual sub unit, this is a great head unit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GetRichBuyGuns, Great! We're very pleased to hear you're enjoying the sound quality of 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Phono input

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    stereo

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

    great product...exactly what i needed... my old one (1985) finally died....

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ORBISON, You've made an excellent choice! Thank you for upgrading to your new Sony STRDH190. 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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony 2.0-Ch Stereo Receiver

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

    Replaced my original 30-year old Sony receiver with this new Sony 2.0-Ch Stereo Receiver. Works perfectly with my setup and the sound is excellent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SonyReceiver, Thank you for upgrading to your new STRDH190 receiver! Good to hear it works perfectly with your setup and you like the 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. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bluetooh Rocks!

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

    Perfect setup for my all-house speaker system. Love the bluetooth auto-on feature. I have the receiver hidden away and can control it all from spotify.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Robert, Great! We're thrilled to hear it works perfectly with your all-house speaker system and you love the 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. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Receiver

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

    Needed a receiver for my Polk outside speakers for the pool area. This gets the job done and I can control volumes with my phone with the Bluetooth connection .

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 2 channel reciever for garage.

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

    Perfect for what I wanted. Clean clear music paired with Polk Pro towers. Makes working in the garage more enjoyable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Lurch, We are glad you now have a perfect receiver with clean clear music. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best sound

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

    I am using for my small store and it turned out great. I am using with 5 speakers connected with radio. I don't have any complaints. It also produces nice sound quality.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    JR

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

    Very nice, Inexpensive, easy to operate. I used this with my Klipsch speakers in my studio.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello JRJR,

      Awesome! We're glad to hear that you like the price point and easy to use features of the AV receiver. 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!

      -David Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what we were looking for

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

    Purchased this to replace an aging receiver. It works great, has the features we needed and doesn't take up a bunch of room.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Gordie, Thank you for upgrading to your new Sony STRDH190 receiver. We're glad it works great and you're enjoying the features of 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. -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Phono input

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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

    Needed this for vinyl record player and I must say I am glad I made this purchase. I didn’t need anything fancy, just needed this for record player

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kyle, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're very happy to hear it works great with your vinyl record player. Good to know that you are satisfied with your purchase. 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 Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Receiver

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

    Great system for price. Even better as I purchased it on sale. Has everything needed as receivers are concerned.

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