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$549.99

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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 2348 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers appreciate the excellent sound quality, ease of use, and immersive Dolby Atmos experience. They also find the product offers good value for its price, ample power, and straightforward setup, along with a rich set of features. However, some users suggest improvements to the user interface, remote, and display, and a few have experienced issues with heat and connectivity.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good projecter

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

    Good quality, plays 4K, sound and graphics are awesome

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KatieH, it's nice to hear that you are enjoying the audio quality of your receiver. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice product

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

    Nice receiver, good sound. Allows 5 speakers and has great surround sound.

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

      That's awesome! Thank you for reaching out to us today. We're always happy to hear from you. We're happy that you're enjoying the sound quality of the AV receiver. Our new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision , your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thank you for choosing Sony and have a great day!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very user friendly but smaller power supply.

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

    Would have kept this but Elac speakers required a bit more power so went with an Onkyo with 490W vs Sony 240W power supply. Great with more efficient speakers like Klipsch.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Receiver

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

    This Sony Receiver works well for all my needs. Awesome sound through my built-in whole home speaker system. Easy to use, after reading the manual . Also works with Alexa commands.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Sony

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

    The unit works perfectly fine and have a amazing sound

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GilbertoM, We're glad that the receiver works perfectly fine and you're enjoying the audio quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has been the best receiver and costs way less compared to the ones I had in the past with every option available as far as image and sound quality currently out.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Crisp and Clear

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

    For this price range, you can’t beat this product. Wish they have built in WiFI, other than that no complaints. Crisp and clear sound

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

      Thank you so much for the perfect star review!

      We are really thrilled to hear you are satisfied with the great price & exceptional performance- especially the outstanding sound quality of our STR-DH790 7.2ch Home Theater AV Receiver. We great appreciate your feedback with the WiFi.

      Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision t, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade!

      Thank you so much for your purchase and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loving it

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

    Love it does everything it says it does great sony product

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoeM, Thanks so much for choosing our STR-DH790 7.2ch Home Theater AV Receiver. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision t, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thanks for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what we wanted.

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

    I needed a receiver that could work with my turntable, cassette player, DVD and TV and provide excellent sound as my prior receiver did not work for this purpose.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GregM, Great! We're glad to hear that the unit works perfectly with your devices. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Receiver

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

    Great sound quality and app setup from this Sony receiver

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jgreen, We're glad that you like the audio quality. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision t, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thanks for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great AV Receiver

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

    A definite upgrade to the unit it replaced. The receiver has loads of features, robustly built, and produces a magnificant sound. Recommend this unit, for those looking for a great upgrade.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great av receiver

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

    For beginners on home theater this a must. Doesn’t disappoint. Using with Klipsch reference R-41ms and a R-34c for center channel.

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

      Thank you for the recommendation! The STRDH790 receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    How did I every get by

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

    This receiver by far is the best one I have ever owned, I didn’t realize how lacking my other receiver was in 4K capability, and the sound is beyond excellent

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

      We are so glad you are pleased with the performance of your STRDH790. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision , your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best buy will never let this be posted.

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

    Great receiver for setting up a Dolby Atmos system in a smaller room like your bedroom. Otherwise Best Buy is a toilet of a store.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Disney+ sounds great

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

    After hooking up the 2 extra ceiling speakers, dolby atmos kicked in and the star wars movies are like being in a theater (if we can ever go in a theater again)

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Lars, Wow! We're very thrilled to hear you appreciate the Dolby Atmos feature of your STR-DH790 7.2ch Home Theater AV Receiver. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound for the price!

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

    Great sound! Replaced my Onkyo with this unit, and i am pretty happy with the sound, for the price i paid.

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

      That's a very nice upgrade! We're glad you're happy with the sound quality and price of the AV receiver. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision , your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Sound Quality

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

    Sony has always been an iconic brand, but at this price point, you will never find a better receiver. Paired with my Bose speakers and a Sony subwoofer, you get a quality set-up.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Receiver.

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

    Enjoying all my Items that I got from you.very easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DennisS, Thanks so much for choosing our STR-DH790 7.2ch Home Theater AV Receiver. Your new receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision t, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thanks for choosing Sony! Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best bang for your buck

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

    Best bang for your buck. Bought a new TV and it was recommended that we get this receiver to get the full impact of the new TV.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi redz4you,

      Thank you for the 5-star rating! The STRDH790 receiver supports the latest three-dimensional surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, drawing you into the middle of the action you see on screen. And with 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and support for all major HDR formats including Dolby Vision, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    owner

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

    product is very good. Install directions were not useful. Online instructions also not very useful. Very disappointed with setup directions.

    I would recommend this to a friend