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8.9 out of 10

Onkyo TX-SR606

First seen: 5 april 2008

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  • User Score (233)
    8.1 8.1 from 233 reviewers
  • Expert Score (9)
    7.8 7.8 from 9 reviewers
  • Design (5)
    8.0 8.0 from 5 reviewers
  • Features (2)
    9.8 9.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Ease of use (4)
    9.8 9.8 from 4 reviewers
  • Performance (2)
    6.5 6.5 from 2 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • good power, brilliant with films, excellent speaker calibra, lots of features, strong amps
  • small display, no direct audio option, cramped rear panel, it doesn t work, can t relabel inputs

The award-winning TX-SR606 stands on top of the world with its outstanding functionality and flexibility. This A/V receiver provides high-definition video and audio processing for up to four source components—another first for Onkyo at this level. From Blu-ray Disc players and PlayStation® 3 to digital TV tuners, you have everything in the digital realm covered. Apart from 1080p video, the TX-SR606 will upscale to 1080i all analog video signals—from component video, S…

Specifications

Marketing Description

  • Product Description
    Onkyo TX SR606 - AV receiver - 7.1 channel
  • Product Type
    AV receiver
  • Dimensions (WxDxH)
    17.1 in x 14.8 in x 6.9 in
  • Weight
    24.9 lbs
  • Sound Output Mode
    Surround Sound
  • Built-in Decoders
    Dolby Digital Surround EX, DTS Neo:6, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD decoder, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio
  • HDMI Switching
    Yes
  • Sound Effects
    CinemaFILTER
  • Surround System Class
    7.1 channel
  • Equalizer
    5 bands

Release Date

  • First seen
    5 April 2008

Onkyo TX-SR606 is a high-definition-capable receiver weighing 24.9 lbs and measuring 17 1/8" x 6 7/8" x 14 3/4" (435 x 174.3 x 374.7 mm). The TX-SR606 providers high-definition video and audio processing for four source components. The TX-SR606 can upscale any type of video signals to 1080i, regardless of the connection (for output via HDMI). This AV receiver is Sirius Satellite Radio ready. Other special features include HDMI 1080i up-scaling powered by Faroujda DCDi Edge and Audyssey 2EQ for Loudness …

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Onkyo TX-SR606 is a high-definition-capable receiver weighing 24.9 lbs and measuring 17 1/8" x 6 7/8" x 14 3/4" (435 x 174.3 x 374.7 mm). The TX-SR606 providers high-definition video and audio processing for four source components. The TX-SR606 can upscale any type of video signals to 1080i, regardless of the connection (for output via HDMI). This AV receiver is Sirius Satellite Radio ready. Other special features include HDMI 1080i up-scaling powered by Faroujda DCDi Edge and Audyssey 2EQ for Loudness Correction. The Audyssey’s room correction technology helps to maintain the surround sound audio quality at low volume levels. The technology RIHD (Remote Interactive over HDMI) developed by Onkyo provides users the power of inter-operability with displays and playback components from various leading brands.

Onkyo TX-SR606 AV receiver is equipped with 7.1 multichannel inputs. This AV receiver is also provides users onboard Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio decoding and automatic speaker calibration. DTS-HD Audio delivers sound quality that matches the clear and vivid images of high-definition video and Dolby TrueHD delivers sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master.The Onkyo TX-SR606 is capable of switching between as many as six high-definition video sources. The improved remote is built around the concept of navigating via onscreen menus.

Onkyo TX-SR606 has tuner frequency range of FM(87.5 MHz–107.9 MHz), AM(530 kHz–1,710 kHz) and FM/AM Preset Memory(for 40 stations). Onkyo TX-SR606 has a High Instantaneous Current Capability of 36A. It has a amplifier frequency response range between 5Hz-100kHz. The Onkyo TX-SR606 comes with a limited warranty of 2 years. The Onkyo TX-SR606 ships with accessories including FM antenna, Auto calibration microphone and AM antenna.

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  1. Onkyo TX-SR606 A/V Receiver

    Reviewer: UltimateAVmag.com
    1 June 2008

    Interestingly, the TX-SR606 surpasses Sony's much more expensive STR-DA4300ES ($1299) in the power department at high volume levels, and the Onkyo has one additional HDMI input to boot. The Sony does boast better analog video processing with the Faroudja Cortez chipset, but this doesn't justify the $700 difference in price. I own an Onkyo Pro PR-SC885 pre/pro paired with an Anthem PVA-7 multichannel power amplifier, and, as you would expect for $3600, that combination... Read more

  2. Onkyo TX-SR606 A/V Receiver

    Reviewer: Hifi-ring
    27 August 2008

    Onkyo has upgraded its most popular HDMI-1.3a-capable home theater receiver by adding 1080i video upscaling, two additional HDMI inputs to handle a total of four HDMI sources, Audyssey's new Dynamic EQ loudness compensation technology, and Onkyo's new Music Optimizer circuit. The new Onkyo TX-SR606 replaces the company's best selling TX-SR605. This receiver also has a powerful 90 watt-per-channel amplifier section, Remote Interactive control over HDMI (RIHD), is Sirius... Read more

  3. Onkyo TX-SR606 A/V Receiver

    Reviewer: Home Theater
    16 August 2008

    The great thing about technol-ogy is that everything eventually becomes affordable. The latest generation of A/V receivers certainly demonstrates this, and the Onkyo TX-SR606 exemplifies the extraordinary features and performance capabilities of AVRs under $600. Read more

  4. Reviews: Onkyo TX-SR606 review : 7.1-Channel Receiver

    Reviewer: Electronics Made Easy
    5 April 2009
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    In conclusion, the Onkyo TX-SR606 provides quality home theater sound at a price that the average home theater enthusiast can afford. If you are looking for a quality performance on a budget, the Onkyo TX-SR606 may be the way to go. Read more

  5. Onkyo TX-SR606 (silver)

    Reviewer: CNET
    15 July 2008
    Overall 7
    7.0
    Design 7
    7.0
    Features 9
    9.0
    Performance 6
    6.0
     

    The bottom line: The Onkyo TX-SR606 offers tons of functionality for the price, but subpar video processing and improved competition means it's less of a standout receiver than last year's version. Read more

  1. Very Nice

    Reviewer: Epinions
    11 May 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I bought a close out TX-SR605 but was unhappy about the lack of Upscalingh. The 605 covered all the basics, but did not fill the entire tv screen when converting a component viedo input signal to HDMI output. I was able to return the unit and pick up the 606. Onkyo did a nice job with the updated unit. The have a better video signal processing unit. All video will upscale to 1080P and the sound is fantastic. Even when playing composit viedo, the 606 will fill the entire... Read more

  2. AWESOME PRODUCT!!!!

    Reviewer: Visk, J&R
    18 December 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I use this system in as small as a 10''x11'' room size.. and i thought there would be distortions as its a small room and the automatic audio setting would not be able to configure.. but it did wonders.. and the sound clarity is amazing. Read more

  3. Onkyo SR606

    Reviewer: PriceGrabber
    7 October 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    compared to other recievers with the same feature set that cost so much more, im pretty happy with the results so far. all i needed was a device to power a 5.1 system with a dvd player, game console and over the air tv. so far things are working well. there was an issue with bad sound from my sub using the dvd player, but im still trying to find out which piece caused the issue. Read more

  4. Customer Service Sucks!

    Reviewer: Amazon
    11 December 2009
    Overall 4
    4.0
     

    I was pretty happy with the purchase initially and my low rating is only due to poor customer service. I was running it with a pair of Polk Audio Floor Standers and my PS3. After about 6 months, it started having a hum in most of the channels and it didn't go away with re-wiring and resetting the connections. I tried calling Onkyo but no response from the phone numbers listed. No reply to my emails either. I luckily had an authorized dealer nearby and I dropped it off... Read more

  5. "Started Out Great, Now Very Dissappointed"

    Reviewer: CNET
    23 October 2009
    Overall 1
    1.0
     

    If you want this just for music or surround sound it's great. If you plan on using it as a HDMI switcher or running video through this you will greatly dissapointed Read more

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