Pioneer & Onkyo Europe introduced the SC-LX501 Network AV Receiver. Concerning Pioneer SC-LX501 specs this is a 7.1-channel device with Multi-Room Audio, which provides the ability to distribute the signal from different sources, including an LP player. More data in this Pioneer SC-LX501 review.
Pioneer SC-LX501 review
Features
The 7.1-channel amplifier path provides 560 W of total power while simultaneously loading all channels (8 Ohms) or 270 W / channel. (4 ohms), or 160 W / channel (8 ohms). The latest object-oriented Dolby Atmos algorithm allows you to create a three-dimensional sound stage and track the movement of sound images not only in the horizontal, but also in the vertical direction. The proprietary Super Resolution feature, designed for the Pioneer BDP-LX88 universal player, is also integrated into the SC-LX501, which allows the receiver to bring any HD video to 4K.
Design and build
It has a usual Pioneer design made in black color with solid housing. The on-board digital-to-analog converter is based on the AK4458 chip from AKM, operating in 32 bit / 384 kHz format.
Connectivity
The SC-LX501 is also ready for next-generation video, which complies with HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 standards. The SC-LX501 receiver is capable of not only transmitting 24-bit video in 4K / 60p / 4: 4: 4 format with HDCP 2.2 protection. In other words, when you decide to upgrade your TV, your receiver will be ready for it. The wireless Wi-Fi adapter operating in the 5 GHz bands (11a / n protocols) and 2.4 GHz bands (11b / g / n protocols) provides stable data transmission at high speed, sufficient to play high-resolution music with excellent quality. Enjoy the music will help the wireless Bluetooth interface, as well as AirPlay.
Setup
The SC-LX501 supports FireConnect technology from BlackFire Research. With its help, music from any source - from a vinyl player to a network player - can be played wirelessly to a compatible loudspeaker anywhere in an apartment or house.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Excellent loudspeaker support down to four ohms
- Pioneer SC-LX501 is a fine receiver for those who want a bit of Dolby Atmos (two rather than four overhead speakers) and full support for low impedance loudspeakers
Cons
- No gapless playback as digital media renderer
Common features
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
Amplifier
Channels
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
THD in stereo, %
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
Subwoofer output (LFE)
Headphone output
Optical digital input
Coaxial digital input
Composite input
Component input/output
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
Additional features
Voice control
App control
Display
Tuner
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
Other additional features
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
Zone audio output
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
RS-232
Remote control input/output (IR)
DC trigger output (12V)
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
Power
Operational power consumption, W
Standby consumption, W
Removable power cord
User manual
Manual
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Other
Release year