Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K

If you are wondering what makes Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K ideal for The Editor’s Choice Award, then you should know that VSX-1019AH-K is a boon in disguise for many iPod owners as you have the convenience of connecting your iPod into the AV receiver and can also relax while you navigate your play list on the TV screen. The price range is also not exorbitantly high as that of a proprietary iPod dock and it is much better and convenient than a patch cable. Great Sound Quality, HDMI facility, iPod connectivity and multiple functionality make it the best AV receiver in the market. A combination of all the above features in a single device which is available at $500 definitely makes it worth the Editors Choice Award.

Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K has a fabulous design that makes it stand out among other AV receivers in the market. It is better known as an iPod receiver as it has a USB port in the front panel where one can easily connect the iPod with an iPod cable. The looks of the AV receiver is sophisticated and chic with jet black finishing that looks great in your living room.

The LCD screen has immense clarity and a bright display that can be read even in the dark. In fact, Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K has been touted as the best looking AV receiver that is admired by everybody. The remote control function has many advanced features and some users find it very complicated as the buttons on the remote control have a dual functionality that is difficult to remember. The full color graphical user interface is the pride of Pioneer as it has been made user friendly so one can easily select the required action from a menu list. The AV receiver also comes with MCACC automatic speaker calibration so you don’t have to worry about manually calibrating the speakers to the device. The sound quality of the AV receiver is mind blowing, as it is a fully featured AV receiver that has a Dolby True HD with DTS –HD MA, analog up conversion of upto 1080p with an option for selecting the output resolution. This is combined with an excellent onscreen display GUI, with Sirius radio satellite connectivity and source renaming capabilities.

To sum up, one has to get used to the advanced controls on the Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K in order to make the most of the midrange price offer to complete your home theater. Nevertheless, the Pioneer VSX- 1019AH-K is a must have on the list of most iPod owners looking for a low budget AV receiver with the best sound quality.

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