Onkyo has offered the budget AV receiver TX-SR3100 with a $50 discount on various online stores. It supports HDMI 2.1a, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ at a reasonable price.
The TX-SR3100 from Onkyo is an AV receiver with 5.2 channels. This means that it can play a classic surround setup with a center, two front, and two rear speakers paired with up to two subwoofers. Alternatively, a 3.2.2 channel setting can also be used. 155 watts (6 ohms) are available per channel.
The 5.2-channel amplifier from Onkyo supports the current standards Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, and Neural:X, also handles Dolby Vision and HDR10+ and can enhance input material with Dolby Atmos Height/Surround Virtualizer. This technology creates virtual immersive sound effects regardless of the sound source and speaker setting.
The company’s AccuEQ Room Calibration technology adjusts to the environment. If desired, the Vocal Enhancer technology emphasizes voices. The Music Optimizer DSP mode can reconstruct compressed music almost to its original quality, according to the manufacturer.
The Onkyo TX-SR3100 has four HDMI inputs on the back. It supports the new HDMI 2.1a standard including 8K@60Hz, 4K@120Hz, and HDCP2.3. This allows connection of up to four devices, like game consoles and streaming sticks, to the AV receiver. An HDMI output is available for connecting a television or projector. A few other inputs and Bluetooth as a wireless interface round off the features of the new Onkyo TX-SR3100.
Onkyo TX-SR3100 price and availability
The Onkyo TX-SR3100 entry-level home cinema receiver is available on Amazon, Bhphptovideo, and Adorama online stores at $349, down from $399.99.
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Earlier this year, Marantz launched the Cinema 30, its flagship AV receiver for avid home theater enthusiasts. Capable of supporting up to 13 speakers and four subwoofers, this receiver can also connect to three 8K televisions at the same time.
Boasting seven HDMI inputs and three outputs, including three with HDMI 2.1 support, it guarantees compatibility with the latest technology. This feature facilitates 8K signals at 60 Hz or 4K signals at 120 Hz. Additionally, it boasts support for Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDMI Consumer Electronics Control (CEC), enhancing the audio-visual experience.
