Customer Ratings & Reviews

A little over priced for what you get, actually it’s kind of a lower end receiver but isn’t too bad, wattage power rating is about half of stated. If you’re particular about your listening levels you will be disappointed.

The reciver is good enough but isnt quite powerful enough to handle serious speakers and goes into shutdown mode at high volumes

Great price and quality product. Very easy to setup and use.

It does what it’s supposed to do. Glad I purchased it on sale. So far it works well.

Good receiver. Was supposed to be like new with no cosmetic flaws. It had a dent on top when we received it. Not too happy about that.

Does not have an Output Jack that supports my IR emitter, my speakers are built into my home. I only upgraded because of the Bluetooth capability. The STR-DE185 worked fine, because it still had the (MD/TAPE (OUT)) port. This new one I've tried all ports and it will not respond with the emitter! Sony or best buy please help!!!!

I purchased this receiver because my older Yamaha did not have ARC functionality. Best decision I ever made. I was always a fan of Yamaha but didn't want to spend the extra bucks on a new receiver. I purchased this item as an open box that was in perfect condition for $160. And consider myself very lucky to have gotten it at that price. The sound is just amazing. This receiver made my Klipsh speakers sound like they never did before. I kind of felt that after listening to movies on this that I really was missing out for years. I always had problems with my old receiver and the center channel speaker. Sometimes the dialogue was too low and I had to adjust it, then adjust it back for other movies. But the surround is perfect now. When there are three characters dialogue coming out of the center channel speaker, you can tell without even seeing, who is on the left, middle and right. That kind of blew me away. So this speaker does some major processing. Setting up the receiver was surprisingly easy. I expected to spend hours with all the cables i had to deal with but it was so easy. It comes with a mic for an auto calibration and I just did the auto calibration once, and thats all I ever needed. It was perfect and measured the distance of my speakers to the mic perfectly too. It has one HDMI output and four HDMI inputs and that is plenty for me. It also passes 4K at 60HZ and supports Dolby Vision. The builtin Bluetooth works great with my Alexa and I can listen to Spotify, Pandora and other music streaming services with it. It also connects via Bluetooth to my iPhone and can listen to all the music I have saved on my hard drive. So the big negative with this receiver that other people have mentioned is that almost every time a menu comes up when you are switching inputs asking you to choose the input. It has to be a bug that they never fixed, as far as I can tell. I looked online and this is a known issue and no firmware update has been made to fix this. It wasn't a deal breaker for me because I have a Harmony remote, and I just press the command twice and that gets rid of it. But some may find this annoying. It doesn't do Atmos, but I don't care. If that is important to you, here is always the 7.2 version, but 5.1 is fine for me and my situation. If you can get this receiver for less than $200, jump on it. I have seen it going for $199 during the holidays, so I'm sure it will be that price again. If you are upgrading from an old receiver, you will notice a huge difference in your home theater audio. And I am being serious. It was a huge difference for me and could not be happier with my purchase.

It is a good receiver, so long it’s working like it should work and making me and my wife happy every time that we watch some movie or tv show!

Product I purchased was open box/excellent, meaning it was supposed to be like new... product has been heavily used... it’s face plate is filthy with what looks like dried spit/dog drool... whatever it is it’s disgusting... also didn’t come with the calibration microphone which is half the reason I got this unit(the auto calibration)... bestbuy wants me to pay 20$ to return the item for a replacement or return it to the closest store, which mind you, is in a completely different state... phone customer care is “unavailable due to high response to our holiday promotion”... it’s April 23... wtf holiday is Best Buy promoting that has clogged up their support lines for two days...

If you’re looking for excellent home theater performance without breaking the bank, the Sony STR-DH590 is a fantastic choice. I am genuinely impressed by the value that Sony has packed into this receiver. The sound quality is crisp, balanced, and surprisingly powerful for its price point. Movies feel immersive, with clear dialogue and impactful bass, while music playback is clean and enjoyable. Setting it up was effortless, and the build quality feels sturdy. The included features—such as 4K HDR passthrough, Bluetooth streaming, and a flexible speaker configuration—meet all the needs of a modern living room setup. It’s user-friendly enough for beginners but still satisfies those who seek reliable performance. For anyone wanting great audio without paying premium prices, the STR-DH590 is an exceptional option. I couldn’t be happier with it!

Great and compact receiver. It does have support for HDR10, HLG (Hybrid log gamma) and Dolby vision!! I like that it has 4K HDMI in passthrough and it also has standby passthrough (allowing you to turn off the receiver and still passthrough video and sound signals to your tv, when in example, you want to watch quietly at night). Setup was easy and it comes with a calibration mic. You just plug your speakers and woofer, turn on the receiver and do an easy setup, the receiver will emit sounds from each speaker and tune accordingly based on the position of the mic (the mic should be situated where you usually sit at). It correctly detected my speakers as small and my subwoofer. I has a pure direct mode, no extra processing. It also has some upmixing features like sonys own, dolby movie prologic 2 for movies etc. Only con is the GUI is very rudimentary and you can only use it for basic tuning. More advanced tuning (like setting each HDMI port to enhanced to accept HDR), requires you to use the small LCD screen and scroll over options. However, at this price point, its ok. Quality and punch of the bass is really good! It decodes newer formats like DTS master HD, Dolby true HD (no atmos or dtsx though, which is ok with me, I don't have ceiling speakers).

The Sony STR-DH%() 725W 5.2 Chanel Hi Res A/V Received has been an outstanding addition to my home entertainment system .the sound quality is phenomenal,and it has made a huge difference in my movie-wacthing experience.The received handles both high -resolution audio and 4k video flawlessly ,making it perfect for my UHD setup.One of my favorite features is the ease of use .The setup was straightforward,and the interface is user -friendly,so I didn't need to spend too much time configuring it.The receiver also supports a range of connectivity options ,including Bluethooth ,Wich is great for streaming music from my phone.For the price ,you get the fantastic value. The 5.2 Channel surround sound is immersive and offers a deep ,rich audio experience.If you're looking to elevate your home theater system without spending a fortune ,this is a fantastic choice.

The Sony STR-DH590 has been a great addition to my setup. Setup was super easy, and it sounded awesome right out of the box—clear dialogue, solid surround, and plenty of power for my needs. It handles 4K and HDR without any issues, and Bluetooth streaming works smoothly. It’s not packed with extras like Wi-Fi or Atmos, but honestly, I didn’t need all that. It just works—and works well. For the price, I couldn’t be happier. If you’re looking for a simple, reliable receiver that sounds great and doesn’t cost a fortune, this one’s a no-brainer.

I recently purchased the Sony STRDH590 5.2-Ch. Hi-Res 4K Ultra HD HDR A/V Home Theater Receiver from Best Buy, and I must say, it has exceeded all my expectations. This receiver has truly transformed my home theater setup into a high-quality audio and video experience. One of the standout features of the STRDH590 is its remarkable 725W power output. The sound produced by this receiver is nothing short of impressive. Whether I'm watching movies, playing games, or listening to music, the audio quality is crystal clear, immersive, and delivers rich, room-filling sound. The receiver supports Hi-Res audio formats, ensuring that every nuance and detail of the sound is faithfully reproduced. Setting up the receiver was a breeze, thanks to the user-friendly interface and clear instructions provided. The connectivity options are plentiful, allowing me to connect multiple devices effortlessly. It supports 4K Ultra HD and HDR, ensuring that the video quality is stunningly vibrant and lifelike. The seamless integration with my television and other audio equipment has enhanced my viewing experience to a whole new level. The STRDH590 also offers a variety of customization options to suit individual preferences. The intuitive menu system allows me to fine-tune the audio settings and adjust the surround sound effects according to my liking. The receiver supports various audio codecs and has multiple HDMI inputs, making it compatible with various devices and providing versatility in usage. Furthermore, the build quality of this receiver is excellent. It feels sturdy and well-made, ensuring its durability for years to come. The sleek black design blends seamlessly with my home theater setup, adding a touch of sophistication. In terms of value for money, the Sony STRDH590 is an incredible investment. It delivers exceptional performance at a competitive price point. The features and audio/video quality it offers far surpass its price tag. To sum it up, the Sony STRDH590 is an outstanding home theater receiver that delivers an immersive audio and video experience. With its powerful performance, versatile connectivity, and user-friendly interface, it has truly elevated my home theater setup. I highly recommend this receiver to anyone looking to enhance their audiovisual experience.

Good Receiver with HDR Support What's in the box ----------------- Sony 725W 5.2-Ch. Hi-Res 4K Ultra HD A/V Home Theater Receiver Summary Review -------------- Here is a quick summary - Pros ---- 1. Slim Design, it is 1 inch shorter than the prior version STR-DH550 and it is also 1 inch less deep 2. 4k Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision Compatible, HDCP 2.2 Compatible 3. Very good Sound QUality , High Res Audio Compatible 4. Simple and easy bluetooth connectivity. No Need to Keep the receiver on, it will turn on automatically on connecting to phone (Same as my Onkyo but better, we will talk more) Cons ---- 1. No Dolby Atoms 2. No Pandora/Spotify connectivity (although you can bluetooth it) 3. No Chromecast Built in 4. No Wifi (I Dont care about this feature) 5. 4 HDMI In Ports ( Detail Review ------------- I had Onkyo TX-NR656 and i replaced it with this one not because this one was more powerful, just because it is slimmer and powerful enough for me. Now that i come from the very popular Onkyo TX-NR656 receiver, i can give you some comparison. I understand that i will be comparing apples to oranges as the Onkyo costs $200 more than this one, with that being said, i think the feature set that you get with this receiver provided a good value. So, Lets take the pros first. I love the slim design, i have a TV Stand which is open design and the Onkyo sticks out. with this one, its all the way in and with less than 6 inch (5 1/4") height, it is not massive. i like that. My Prior Onkyo was 170W per channel and this one is 145W per channel and i can tell you that i cannot find any noticeable differance HDCP 2.2 Support, both of them support it, This was a major compliant in the STR-DH550 model because that one did not support it. But sony now has corrected the mistake in this reciever by including it. Not only that HDR10 is also supported and i tested it with Netflix. Good Video output and Pass-through Same as my Onkyo, Once you connect to the reciever, the receiver automatically turns on. So you do not need to look for the report nor you need to turn on the TV to play the music which is a good conveience. What i liiked about the Sony as compared to Onkyo is that Sony has a very quick connection vs Onkyo which is extremely slow. Now to the Cons. This one does not have Dolby Atmos, for some folks this may be a bummer but i do not have 7.1.2 setup, so it did not matter to me much. i have 5.1 setup. Other Cons, like Wifi, Chromecast, Pandora...All of these have workarounds, Pandora, Spotify on your phone and streaming via bluetooth will solve that. Wifi COnnection for playing media files? Hmm, I can connect a micro desktop to the HDMI Port and be done with that..Chromecast, The Onkyo Chromecast is frustratingly slow, So i rather connect a chromecast dongle to a HDMI Port, that solves that. Now, I wish there were a couple more HDMI input. But for the price, i can live without it.

Replaced an old DVD Home Theatre System with this new Home Theatre Receiver and speakers. Easy to setup and it sounds great. Perfect for my family room theatre

Good sound, easy to set up with a variety of different inputs including TV, Blu-ray player, Cable box, surround sound.

Easy install that replace my old Sony of 25 years. Lots of power and clear sound through Bose system.

I'm always happy with Sony products, and this is no exception. It was on sale at the time of purchase at Best Buy, ($249.99!) and I paired it with a new TCL monitor and existing speakers. More than enough power for five medium-sized speakers at 145W per channel (and our own powered sub) in our family/living room. (We only have/need 1 sub, but it's great to have the second option if you need more bass). Works flawlessly with our Harmony Remote system; has plenty of HDMI & digital inputs plus a few other (analog) inputs to round things out. HDMI outs switch quickly and without problems. It looks sleek, modern and discrete on a shelf with our other components. Does not get warm or overheat; I suspect the power supply & amp(s) are quite efficient compared to the beasts of the old days. Remember this about amp power: A good powerful Sub is really the key to big full sound; in most cases, you really won't need any more than this level of power (145watts/ch); we watch big blockbuster films, cable shows and live concerts with this in 5.1, and it never breaks a sweat; never harsh or stained-sounding. Haven't needed to use the Bluetooth (yet) but it's nice to have it. Ditto for the auto-setup (with mic). I did it manually, and love it. It's a no-brainer, always-works kind of product. With our unified remote (HARMONY) this works flawlessly, and we simply forget it's there.

Great sound. Easy set up.I like the ease of remote.