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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 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice surround

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

    Easy install, and great sound. Compatible with my already installed speakers. Replaces ONKYO that died.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Great. Works well. Good sound. Got it open box and it was great

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

      We're glad the AV receiver works well with your set up. 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:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best stereo I’ve had since my onkyo died.

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

    Still going strong. Easy to control with cec. No Wi-Fi though.

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

      We're glad that you like the Control for HDMI function (BRAVIA Sync) of the receiver. Your feedback about the Wi-fi function is greatly appreciated. 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! Thanks for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A/V home theater receiver

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

    Sound quality is the best. Had a couple of issues with hookup, but all good now.

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

      We are glad 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! Your feedback about the user interface (UI) is greatly appreciated.

      Thank you again for choosing Sony!
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    User interface

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony 7.2 Dolby Atmos 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 value for the money. Hooked up to my Sony XBR 90 J TV and they work seemlessly together, Nices surrond separation. The on screen inteface is a bit dated but not hard to navigate

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Fin57,
      Many thanks for the 5-star rating! We're glad your investment with the STRDH790 receiver is worth it. Nice to know how it perfectly works with your Sony TV for an amazing surround sound experience. We appreciate your feedback with regard the onscreen interface. 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 for choosing Sony! - Kris Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    works as specified

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

    good receiver at this price point. I have hooked up 5.1

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

      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:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dolby atmos

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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.

    Bought to try out dolby atmos. Sounds great and was a good price.

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

      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! Thanks for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very happy with it

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

    Looks good sounds great even with an older set of speakers from another surround sound system .

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Jdd76, We're happy to hear you like the sound quality of 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, your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good value easy to set up

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

    Has all of the features needed for my music at up and if I want to do a home theater later

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

      Thank you 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 , 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

    Nice!!

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

    Replaced my old onkyo box top with this and just hooked my old speakers up worked perfect

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

      Thank you 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 , your viewing experience will be transformed. You’re in for quite the cinematic upgrade!

      Thank you for choosing Sony!
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony is great as usual

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

    Great performer at a great price. Sony delivered as expected.

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

      We appreciate the 5-star rating! We're glad you like the performance and price of the AV receiver. 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

    Excellent value for spec

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

    Everything works without out hassle. It’s so easy your setup and 7.1 atmos/dtsx sounds amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlvMonkey, Wow! We're thrilled to hear you appreciate the sound quality 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! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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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.

    Sony does it again! A bargain receiver with great features. Highly recommended!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MKD1,

      We appreciate 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!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    GREAT QUALITY

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

    GREAT QUALITY....LOVE IT. USE IN THEATER ROOM. INCREDIBLE SOUND.

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

      Thank you for the positive 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! Thank you for choosing Sony!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    Great purchase! Works perfectly and adds amazing sound to home theatre system.

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great value 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.

    Pretty great for the price, beat buying an expensive soundbar.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Kemar32,

      Thank you for the review and we're glad you like it. 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

    Love it.

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

    Paired easily with Sony OLED A9G TV and was a great fit for my surround sound system. I recommend it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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

    Good for price eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeegoooooddddddddddd

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

      We appreciate 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:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value

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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 the price, though not the most intuitive to get set up right

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

      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 and enjoy your AV receiver!
      David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Power

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

    This is an awesome receiver, i love it... Just the right amount of power

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

      We are glad 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!

      Regards,
      David Sony_US