Sony STR-DE597 6.1 Channels Receiver

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Average User Rating

(4.20 out of 5) from 5 reviews

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Best home audio system for those on a budget

(4.00 out of 5) by gobucky79 on Dec 6, 2007

Pros: Great sound and functionality for the money. You won't be disappointed.
Cons: Tuner does not perform well. Expect to spend money on a powered antenna.
The Bottom Line: This is a great unit for the average user. For true audiophiles, this unit will not suffice. Unbeatable value.

If you're like me, you like to have good, functional electronics that don't break the bank. The Sony ...
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For the price, you can't go wrong with the Sony STR-DE597

(5.00 out of 5) by hvymtl6988 on Jan 21, 2006

Pros: Good sound, good selection of surround modes, 6 channels at a great price!
Cons: Neo:6 sounds too bright, PLII music mode NOT adjustable
The Bottom Line: For under $200, this baby is a steal!!!

I think back to five or six years ago, and in the world of consumer electronics, it's evident that t ...
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Unbeatable for the price!

(4.00 out of 5) by drewski59 on Jan 13, 2005

Pros: Optical/Coax inputs at this price, Plenty of power, Ease of use, Sony build quality, Price.
Cons: Not as dynamic as more expensive receivers, Cheap speaker binding posts.

I bought this for my dorm room. I have Infinity Alpha 20s as main stereo speakers and a Yamaha SW215 ...
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Nice little unit

(4.00 out of 5) by K2000kid on Dec 20, 2004

Pros: Outstanding sound quality for price, easy to setup
Cons: Only two of the video inputs are digital

I have to admit I am quite pleased with this unit for under 200 dollars My only gripe is that one of ...
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Excellent value

(4.00 out of 5) by gangof5 on Oct 26, 2004

Pros: THX EX, DTS ES. Auto switching between components High Definition Pass through The price (179.99)
Cons: remote not universal and programable inputs for coax and optical audio are not assignable

I needed to upgrade my old Sony receiver to one that allowed for coax and optical input. This filled ...
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