Meet the Onkyo receiver from the low-price category. I was really pleased with this unit testing as well as with Onkyo TX-NR777 specs. See my thoughts in this Onkyo TX-NR777 review.
Onkyo TX-NR777 review
Features
This Onkyo TX-NR777 receiver is in the low-price range, and it has 7 channels boasting 110 watts (8 ohms). The TX-NR777 upgrades the 4K Ultra HD experience with object-based audio and supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), and BT.2020 pass-through. Experience ultimate sound and vision with clear, realistic picture quality. DTS Neural:X recognizes spatial effects in multichannel soundtracks and upmixes for 3D playback with object-audio-ready speaker systems. In a Dolby Atmos environment, Dolby Surround upmixes legacy sound formats for a multidimensional playback experience of legacy sound formats. With a 5.2-channel layout in the media room, Powered Zone 2A/2B speaker outputs send amplified network, S/PDIF, and analog audio sources to pairs of speakers in other spaces.
Design and build
No matter what you're listening to, it will sound powerfully full, clean and clear. A premium-quality AK4458 digital-to-analog converter from Asahi Kasei implements unique low-distortion filtering technologies for clear sound, and unlocks the full potential of any audio format, including compressed, lossless, and hi-res audio.
Connectivity
There is plenty of inputs, 7 HDMI - 6 rear and 1 front, 2 Optical-In for audio and plenty RCA’s. Has wireless capabilities and Bluetooth. Nice option to have though. The NR777 includes built-in Wi-Fi, outputs for nine speakers, a second HDMI output, and the ability to connect a stereo receiver or amplifier through line-level Zone 2 connections.
Setup
AccuEQ conducts two measurements- one to set the level, distance and crossover for ALL speakers, including the subwoofer. Choose to include or bypass EQ measurement for front left and right speakers, and choose to automatically or manually set the EQ. Further, you can save your own manual EQ settings into three available presets.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Setup was painless, and I'm pleased with the automatic room-calibration results
- This receiver has everything that I need to play music, connect my TV, it has Bluetooth and a USB port up front
Cons
- I wish the receiver was a bit more intuitive
- Lacks the ability to rename sources over 10 characters long
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