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AV Receiver For Active Speakers

Upgrade your audio setup with an AV receiver specifically designed for active speakers. Whether you're a music enthusiast or a home theater buff, these powerful devices will take your listening experience to the next level. With their advanced features and connectivity options, you can effortlessly connect your active speakers and enjoy crystal-clear sound quality. Browse the top-ranked list of AV receivers for active speakers below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. JBL - MA310 50W 5.2ch Bluetooth Capable HDR 4K Ultra HD Compatible AV Home Theater Receiver - White

    SKU: J7LXFWXQGJ

    Best system...Never had a system like this I really like it I love it...Great...This item was received well and on time by best buy.

    Product Description

    A white 5.2-channel AV receiver with 4K HDMI, Dolby/DTS decoding, Bluetooth, and smart assistant compatibility.
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    Your price for this item is $439.95
  2. Onkyo - TX-NR6100 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network A/V Receiver - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR3RR

    Great sound,best service.nice looking.best sound and pic...Great receiver....Excellent product, user friendly great value. service at Best Buy excellent.

    Product Description

    A THX Certified 7.2-channel black receiver delivering 8K HDR video, Dolby Atmos, and voice assistant support.
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    Your price for this item is $699.99
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    The previous price was $899.99
  3. Onkyo - TX-NR5100 80W 7.2-Ch. with Dolby Atmos Home Theater and Gaming AV Receiver with Alexa Compatible - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR3TR

    [Employee of bestbuy] Great bang for your buck receiver when on sale here at Best But....Best 7.2ch receiver...Great Reciever!

    Product Description

    A versatile black 7.2-channel AV receiver with Dolby Atmos, 8K HDR, Bluetooth, and Alexa compatibility.
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    Your price for this item is $599.99
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    The previous price was $699.99
  4. Onkyo - TX-RZ50 9.2 Channel Network A/V Receiver - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR359

    Absolute BEST at this price point...The Dirac setup took a few times but WOW what a great setup option....Great price for a substantial upgrade....This receiver delivers strong, clean power with great...

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    A powerful black 9.2-channel network receiver with Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth, Dirac Live, and remote control.
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    Your price for this item is $1,289.90
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    The previous price was $1,399.99
  5. JBL - MA710 90W 7.2ch Bluetooth and WiFi Capable HDR and Dolby Atmos 8k Ultra HD Compatible AV Home Theater Receiver - Black

    SKU: J7LXFWXQWH

    Great product. Very sleek and powerful. Much more compact and efficient from my old receiver....I love it....Love it...I'm no great audiophile, but I upgraded from a 15+ year old Pioneer AVR and could...

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    A powerful black 7.2-channel AV receiver with 8K Ultra HD, Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth, WiFi, and HDR support.
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    Your price for this item is $879.95
  6. JBL - MA7100HP 7.2ch. Bluetooth and WiFi Capable 8K High Performance AV Home Theater Receiver - Black

    SKU: J7LXFWXQVC

    Great Hardware - Heinous Software...With the power off it is sort of OK, a massive black shiny panel with two great big knobs....A hallmark of Harman gear - really great heavy smooth feel of the knobs,...

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    A high-performance black AV receiver with 7.2 channels, 8K HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and wireless streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $1,319.95
  7. JBL - MA7100HP 7.2ch. 8K High Performance AV Home Theater Receiver - White

    SKU: J7LXFWXQF4

    Best surround sound I’ve ever had. Would like the menu to be faster. Like the color display....Great JBL product.

    Product Description

    A high-performance white AV receiver with 7.2 channels, 8K HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and wireless streaming support.
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    Your price for this item is $1,319.95
  8. JBL - MA710 90W 7.2ch Bluetooth and WiFi Capable HDR and Dolby Atmos 8k Ultra HD Compatible AV Home Theater Receiver - White

    SKU: J7LXFWXQWY

    This is the best I’ve ever had....The intelligibility of of speech is the best I’ve heard and everything else is right on point....Great look with the matching speakers...Love the look and sound along...

    Product Description

    A white 7.2-channel AV receiver delivering immersive Dolby Atmos audio, 8K HDMI, and wireless streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $879.95
  9. Yamaha - AVENTAGE RX-A6A 9.2-Channel MusicCast A/V Receiver Bundle

    SKU: J7QPQZTJVG

    Product Description

    A high-powered 9.2-channel receiver with Dolby Atmos, 4K HDR support, and advanced multiroom streaming features.
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    Your price for this item is $2,999.95
  10. Yamaha - AVENTAGE RX-A8A 11.2-Channel MusicCast AV Receiver

    SKU: J7QPQZTC76

    Product Description

    An advanced 11.2-channel AV receiver delivering immersive Dolby Atmos audio, 8K video support, and multi-room streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $3,499.95

FAQ

Yes, you can connect active speakers to an AV receiver, but you should use the receiver's pre-out or line-level outputs. Connecting active speakers to speaker-level outputs may damage your equipment, as active speakers have built-in amplifiers.

Look for an AV receiver with dedicated pre-out or line-level outputs, multiple input options (HDMI, optical, analog), and support for the audio formats you plan to use. Network connectivity, Bluetooth, and streaming capabilities are also helpful for versatile playback.

No, active speakers have built-in amplifiers, so you do not need a separate amplifier. The AV receiver will act as a preamp and source selector, sending audio signals to your speakers.

Some AV receivers allow you to use both passive and active speakers simultaneously, provided the receiver has both speaker-level outputs for passive speakers and pre-outs for active speakers. Always check the receiver’s specifications for compatibility.

When setting up, connect your active speakers to the AV receiver's pre-out or line-level outputs. Make sure to disable or bypass the receiver’s built-in amplification for those channels if possible, and adjust the speaker settings in the receiver’s menu for optimal performance.