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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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Reciever

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

    Its okay. Still trying to figure it out. Sound is better than directly from my TV. Loved my last reciever

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

      Hello lmkofthree98,

      Thank you for reaching us! We encourage you to make use of our many online resources to help with questions regarding your AV receiver.

      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support (Sony support website)
      https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US (Chat support)

      Happy to help,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    stereo

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

    this was easy to set up my existing surround sound to and works very well with my other componets

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

      Hi frontdoor,

      Thank you for the positive feedback! 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:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice product for the price

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

    Pretty easy installation and works cool for your home theater system.

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

      Hi Anand,

      Very nice! We're glad you're able to install 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Who needs the theater

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

    Great sound all around the room, just hope we don’t get evicted. Better than expected, highly recommended.

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

      Hi Garfetch, Awesome! We're thrilled to hear you like the sound quality of your new 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

    I love

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

    I loved good sound good price i recommended this is a good choice

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

      Hi Dom68,

      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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Receiver

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

    Excellent receiver for a home theater system. While not the top of the line, it is one of the best for the price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Overall great receiver

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

    I bought a new 4K television. I figured I'd also upgrade my receiver to 4K. This Sony is perfect 5.1 surround sounds great.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    great amp very easy setup great sound rocks the ho

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

    i would recommend tgis sony amp to anybody that doesnt have a fortune to spend but wants quality sound and brand

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Updated my Sony Receiver

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

    I just love my new Sony receiver. It is easy to use and has a few updates. I love the BT feature.

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

      Hi MV40,

      Thank you for the positive feedback. 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 5 out of 5 stars

    It has the same quality as the most viewed

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

    It has the same quality as the most viewed, it was really worth doing the update

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

      Thank you for the 5-star rating! 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:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sony receiver

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

    great buy, it has worked out and the ease of use has been great!

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

      Hi DocR,

      Awesome! 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:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good one

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

    Good one to use for beginners and small home theaters

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

      Thank you for the 5-star rating and we're glad you like 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

  • Cons mentioned:
    Menu

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good entry level receiver.

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

    Good entry level receiver - menu is a little bit of a pain.

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

      Hi Patrick,

      Thank you for the feedback. We're sorry for the inconvenience about the menu of the unit. If you need guidance, check the help guide of the AV receiver.

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

      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

    Happy with our purchase

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

    Good price. Works as described. Our old receiver was ready to fail.

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

      We're glad you're happy with your purchase. 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Reciever

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

    An affordable receiver perfect for a living room/ family room type application. Where you just want quality sounds

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SO FAR IT HAS BEEN VERY RELIABLE AND FUNCTIONABLE

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

    THE PRODUCT WORKS WELL WITH OUR SONY BROVIA TELEVISION I LIKE THE ATTRACTIVE APPEARANCE AND THE FACT THAT IT IS DIGITABLE

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony reciever

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

    Awesome reciever. Fits in perfect with my sony speakers. I will recommend this.

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

      Hi Imran,

      We are glad the AV receiver works well with your speakers. 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! We appreiate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    mr.

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

    outstanding receiver no problems outstanding service

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

      Awesome! We're glad you like 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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great little AV receiver

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

    Nice small form factor 7.2 receiver. Worked out great for my son's bedroom. Sounds great too.

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

      We are happy that you love it! 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 5 out of 5 stars

    Get this for your home theater!

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

    I have NOTHING bad to say about this, a fantastic Receiver and a must buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MovieCriticRob, we're glad you like our product. The powerful STR-DH790 7.2ch Home Theater AV receiver supports Dolby Atmos giving you 360` surround sound, by accurately positioning sound from every angle in your environment. It also supports DTS:X which delivers sounds that are precisely around and above you. This is done with object based audio decoding. Plus, you can enjoy superior picture quality to match with 4K HDR pass-through.  You will enjoy an immersive theater-like experience in the comfort of your own home for a long time! Thank you for choosing SONY. ~Earl Sony_US