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Entry-Level Home Theater Receiver

If you're looking to build a home theater but don't want to spend a lot of money, an entry-level receiver is the way to go. These devices are designed to receive all the audio and video signals from your components and pass them along to your display. Browse the top-ranked list of entry-level home theater receivers below along with associated reviews and opinions. 

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  1. Onkyo - TX-NR5100 80W 7.2-Ch. with Dolby Atmos Home Theater and Gaming AV Receiver with Alexa Compatible - Black

    SKU: J3ZZ3VR3TR

    Great Reciever!...[Employee of bestbuy] Great bang for your buck receiver when on sale here at Best But....Great Receiver...Great options, clean interface. Bit of future proofing with 8k

    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 $699.99

  2. Yamaha - RX-V385BL 5.1-Ch. 4K Ultra HD A/V Home Theater Receiver - Black

    SKU: J7XS7FF37W

    Great price ans got exactly what I needed. Thank you Best Buy!...Happy with my Yamaha receiver from Best Buy....Great sound

    Product Description

    A black 5.1-channel receiver with 4K Ultra HD support, Bluetooth streaming, and auto room calibration.
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    Your price for this item is $399.95

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

    SKU: J7LXFWXQGL

    Great Sound...The best Receiver I Had Good Sound Too difficult setup and only little information on the manual...JBL the best brand....I’m using it for my small room. all great!

    Product Description

    A black AV receiver offering 5.2 channel surround sound, 4K HDR support, Bluetooth, and voice assistant compatibility.
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    Your price for this item is $349.95
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    The previous price was $439.95

  4. Topteng - 3000W Peak 5.1 Channel Home Theater Amplifier - HiFi Audio Receiver with Subwoofer, Bluetooth 5.0, for Home Theater - Black

    SKU: J3R9F7YJZF

    Product Description

    A powerful black 5.1-channel amplifier with Bluetooth 5.0, subwoofer support, and multiple microphone inputs.
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    Your price for this item is $121.99
    Save $78
    The previous price was $199.99

  5. Pyle - PT272AUBT 300 Watt Bluetooth Home Theater Amplifier Receiver, 2x 3.5'' 200W 3-Way Indoor/Outdoor Speakers w/Wire

    SKU: J3284HZX4Y

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    A versatile black amplifier receiver with Bluetooth, USB, SD, AM/FM radio, and weatherproof 3-way speakers.
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    Your price for this item is $191.49

  6. Yamaha - RX-V6A 7.2-channel AV Receiver with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Black

    SKU: J7XS7FFYPY

    Love this receiver. Best buy shipped quickly and packaged safely....Great addition to our home theater!!...Love the deep surround sound from this amp. Best we've ever has.

    Product Description

    A 7.2-channel black AV receiver with 8K HDMI, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and wireless MusicCast streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $749.99
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    The previous price was $849.95

  7. 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 $349.95
    Save $90
    The previous price was $439.95

  8. 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 $899.99

  9. Yamaha - RX-V4A 5.2-channel AV Receiver with 8K HDMI and MusicCast - Black

    SKU: J7XS7FFYGC

    Love it!...Great product, awesome easy to use features and easy to install....BEST RECIEVER ON THE MARKET...Best amp receiver I have ever owned.

    Product Description

    A powerful black 5.2-channel AV receiver with 8K HDMI, Dolby Vision, MusicCast, and wireless streaming.
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    Your price for this item is $444.90
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    The previous price was $649.95

  10. Yamaha - RX300A 5.2-Channel 4K120 Dolby Atmos AV Receiver – - Black

    SKU: J7XS7FFRR6

    this Yamaha AVR works great with a 4K system and supports Dolby Atmos. works great!

    Product Description

    A black 5.2-channel AV receiver featuring Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, 4K/8K HDR support, and Bluetooth.
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    Your price for this item is $399.95
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When shopping for an entry-level home theater receiver, consider features like HDMI connectivity, support for popular audio formats such as Dolby Digital and DTS, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi streaming, and multiple input options for connecting your devices. Easy setup and user-friendly controls are also important for beginners.

Some entry-level receivers offer built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, which may allow for wireless speaker connectivity. However, most basic models are designed for wired speakers. Check the product specifications to see if the receiver supports wireless speaker connections or requires additional adapters.

Many modern entry-level receivers include HDMI ports with support for 4K pass-through, allowing you to connect your 4K TV and enjoy high-definition video. Be sure to verify that the receiver’s HDMI inputs and outputs are labeled as 4K or UHD compatible.

Entry-level home theater receivers commonly support popular audio formats such as Dolby Digital, DTS, and PCM. Some models may also include additional features like Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Atmos compatibility for enhanced surround sound experiences.

Entry-level receivers are designed with ease of use in mind, often featuring clearly labeled inputs and intuitive on-screen setup guides. Most users can connect their speakers and devices with minimal technical knowledge, making it a great choice for those new to home theater systems.