Sony STR-DE998 7.1 Channel Surround Sound Audio/Video Receiver
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Manufacturer: Sony
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Brand: Sony EAN: 0027242667068 Label: Sony Manufacturer: Sony Model: STRDE998
Features
7.1-channel audio/video surround receiver with 30 radio presets, HD video switching, and 110 full-range watts per channel x 7 Dolby Digital EX, DTS ES/Neo:6/96:24, and Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx 6.1-channel surround processing for lifelike, exciting audio from any source 7.1-/5.1-channel analog audio inputs accommodate high-resolution multi-channel formats like SACD and DVD-Audio 6 digital-audio inputs, 1 digital output; includes phono input for turntable and preprogrammed/learning LCD remote control Measures 17 x 6.2 x 15.8 inches (W x H x D)
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Sony's worldwide reputation for creating unique, attractive, high-quality, advanced technology products rests on a long line of innovations embraced by people from all walks of life. With a diverse product lineup serving a variety of lifestyles and industries, Sony continuously strives to introduce new products and technologies to meet changing market needs.PRODUCT FEATURES:110 Watts X 7 (20Hz-20KHz, THD 0.09%);Component Up Conversion from S-Video & Composite;Amplification Relocation;On Screen Display;Dolby Digital EX, dts ES (Neo6), DPLIIx, dts 96/24;7.1 Channel Decoding with Auto Up conversion;LCD Remote Control;Powered 2nd Room Audio;2 Zone/2 Room Control with 2nd Room Audio;2 Assignable HD Component Video In/1 Out;Portable A/V Input;A/V Sync (Variable);Multi-Channel Stereo (Party Mode);Multi-Channel Input (7.1);Phono Input;110 Watts X 7 (20Hz-20KHz, THD 0.09%);Component Up Conversion from S-Video & Composite;Amplifier Relocation - allows you to listen to a different Audio Source in a different room from the same receiver;On Screen Display for easy operation and setup;Dolby Digital EX, dts ES Neo 6, dts ES 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Decoding;7.1 Channel Decoding-Up converts all signals to 7.1 Automatically;LCD Remote Control;Powered Second Room Audio;2 Zone/2 Room Control with 2nd Room Audio;2 Assignable HD Component Video In/1 Out;Portable A/V Input (Digital Optical In, Analog Audio and S-Video and Composite Video In);A/V Sync (Variable)- For Synchronizing Audio to Video Switched;Multi-Channel Stereo (Party Mode);Multi-Channel Input (7.1);Phono Input.
User Comments about the Sony STR-DE998 7.1 Channel Surround Sound Audio/Video Receiver
PLII good for sound. Multi-stereo is good for speech. Beautiful sound, more than I needed. Many features I don't use. I would definitelky ecommend this or other Sony products.Cons: Heavy.
I only have a few complaints- doesn't have DVD optical input option even with the selectable inputs- Doesn't have remote controlled a/b speaker switch- the tv onscreen menu act a little slow some times- remote controller doesn't display the custom names entered into the reciever
There are only a few products that currently support 7.1 surround sound, but when you get one that does, you'll be amazed. I absolutely love it, and when bought with the "Sony SA-VE367T 7.1-Channel Surround Speaker System" you'll be blown away. As for the few people who have had problems, I had the same problems with it cutting in and out, but later figured out it was because I had plugged my subwoofer into the reciever (so when I turned the reciever of, the woofer would turn off too), and whenever the subwoofer required a lot of power the reciever wouldn't have enough for itself and the woofer and would cut out for a second. I'd assume this would be the case for anyone that uses this power port for other equipment that uses a lot of power.Other than that (if you consider that a problem), I have never had any problems with this product. Even if you are just using 5.1 surround sound products, you'll feel like you are there (playing war games with this is so real that you might need diapers).
Same problem. Major pops out the sub channel. I would stay away from this one. 4 months old and off to the Service center. The sub shut off so I used my back up sub. When it worked it sounded real good.
If Amazon offers this again in that price range and you need one, you will get your money's worth. We have it hooked up to nothing but Sony products, TV and DVD player; my husband thought it was easy to do. The surround sound from this receiver is terrific. We purchased this receiver from Amazon on December 28, 2005 for $329, no tax and no shipping. We researched it first and this was by far the best price online. We previously had a Denon receiver that cost three times more, was difficult to hook up, mechanically unsound, and never produced the sound quality that the Sony one does.
