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$549.99

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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 2339 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 regard the STRDH790 highly for its impressive sound quality, ease of use, and Dolby Atmos capabilities. The receiver is also praised for its price, simple setup, and power. Some customers have noted concerns with the user interface, remote, display, menu, and heat generation. Overall, the positive aspects of the receiver appear to outweigh the negative ones.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to Hookup

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

    This receiver is great for smaller rooms. It does not provide enough energy to the speakers in the large rooms for the volume that I wish to achieve.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi CameraGirl, We appreciate the feedback. To ensure you're getting optimal performance with your speakers, please try to follow the guidelines and steps on this link:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/ha/strdh79/v1/en/contents/TP0001553107.html

      Hope this helps!

      Regards,
      Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great until not even a year.

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great while it lasted. I’m getting “protect” mode now and it hasn’t been a year yet. Checked all wires, speakers, reset, unplugged and its plugged directly to wall outlet and no solution. Why all of a sudden?

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    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.

    This receiver does everything at a low cost. Easy set up. Great sound and picture. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi bhawk18,

      Thank you for the recommendation. 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

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sound too good to believe (but it's true)

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

    This was the answer to my prayers for a new AV box. The old one had so many issues, the main one being using those fragile digital optical cables (too expensive, too hard to get inserted properly, too easy to break). This box has lots of inputs & outputs using the much superior HDMI technology. I can "tune" my sound to hear the full Surround Sound for movies but also a better "human voice" sound for my TV shows. The improvement in voice recognition has allowed me to watch TV without my hearing aids. Winner!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi DaveN,

      Thank you for the positive feedback and we are glad you like the smart features 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! Your feedback about the user interface (UI) is greatly appreciated.

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Working Well so far

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

    Fairly easy to set up and calibrate. Volume knob is a bit tough, but most will use the remote anyways. I grabbed it on sale, and it's replaced my existing (but fried) STRDH770.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Listening

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

    Love this receiver. it allows me to play CDs, as well as music from my phone, iPod and iPad. Great value. I do wish it allowed manual regulation of treble/bass balance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 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, plenty of power, on screen display. 4k passthru

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi rath,

      Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like the display and 4K pass-through 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Menu

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not reliable.

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unit has been clipping for a month now as if it was overheating. I is not. I've had it only about 7 months and run my hand when it clips. Warm yes but not hot. And, just a heads up, the on-screen menu when you use a monitor to set-up is horrible compared to other AVR units. I think I will go back to a different brand if this is out of warranty.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome price!!

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

    I had to replace my previous receiver (Onkyo)I had for about 13 years. sound is much louder than my other receiver. Enjoy it!!

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

      You made the right choice in upgrading to the Sony STRDH790 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! Thanks for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Much better than entry level !!

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

    Sweet new addition for my home system would bye again

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

      Very nice! We're happy to hear that you like your new Sony 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!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    decent for the money

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

    This receiver gets the job done for the money. Sound quality is has been great so far. Only complaint is the controls aren't very user friendly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi jkell, That's great! We're very pleased to hear you like the sound quality of your new STRDH790. Please visit our Sony support website at https://www.sony.com/electronics/support for additional information about the controls and functions of the unit and to learn more about its features. Hope this helps! -Sam Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great receiver for a decent price!

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

    For the price the receiver has exceeded my expectations. Only downside is there's no network connection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi ComicBookHeroes,

      Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the STRDH790. We also appreciate your review about the network connection function. 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! Thanks for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    New tuner

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

    Great system . I used with speakers I already had . A Bose sound sound that I wanted to upgrade and use a universal remote with.

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

      Awesome! We are glad the speakers works fine with 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! Your feedback about the user interface (UI) is greatly appreciated.

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good value

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

    Great A/V receiver for the price. If you want something that is not too expensive for a family home theater highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Nana, Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better. We appreciate your time sharing this feedback. Regards, ^Ron sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony 7.2

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

    Little difficulty setting up and sound quality good.l

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi thobbs1959,

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

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love Yamaha

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the look, easy to use, doesn’t get hot like some do after having it on for a period of time.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality, good price.

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

    Excellent sound quality. Finally found a receiver that works with my Samsung tv.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ynot, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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 t, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! -Carl Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Home Theater receiver

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

    Great sounding home theater receiver for a the low price.

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

      That's awesome! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and price point 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. Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent starter Receiver

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

    Excellent Receiver, I am using it for my projector with Klispch speakers

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi john, We're glad to hear that you are happy with this 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. Jay Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sonys second shot

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

    Replacing broken Sony receiver, I just see value in the price point but this cheaper version performs fine.

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

      Thank you for the feedback! 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! We appreciate your time and patience.

      Regards,
      David Sony_US