Review on the Onkyo TX-NR616 7.2 AV Receiver by Roy Jowett
Onkyo TXNR616 AV Receiver. Introducing the replacement for the multi award winning Onkyo TXNR609. The TXNR616 is a feature packed av receiver with no fewer that eight HDMI inputs, two HDMI outputs and the inclusion of 4K with on-board Qdeo upscalling technology . This amplifier means business, with its staggering 7.2 channel output together with a zone two option, ensures than even the most demanding requirement are fulfilled.
As this is a fully functional networking av receiver you are able to take control of the TXNR616 with an apple phone by simply downloading Onkyo's very own app and then pairing the two together. Streaming audio from you PC and 'cloud' based audio files is a very simple process, thanks to the DLNA system.
For those looking to use the extra features on the TXNR616, then look no further. Connecting your apple device has just become a whole lot easier, via the fully compatible USB port. Being able to access audio in another room has also become a feature at this level, with Onkyo including two line-out's for multi-room audio.
The Onkyo TXNR616 also includes an amazing array of HDMI inputs, six in total, all carrying that important high speed over Ethernet certification together with the single HDMI output which includes audio return and not forgetting that important certification too!
For both movies and music, this 7.2 Onkyo amp is a stunner, no other amplifiers at this level can compare. You can be assured that audio experiences will be transported up to another level thanks to the Onkyo TXNR616 AV Receiver