harman/kardon AVR 220 5.1 Channels Receiver

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Pros: Excellent digital decoder with additional modes that augment and complement the requisite Dolby Digital.
Cons: Low power output rating and a supposed reliability problem reported in a few reviews.
The Bottom Line: Thus far, I am very satisfied with the receiver. Can't wait to add a subwoofer to my setup. Great sound and several decode options in an affordable receiver.
This receiver replaced my dated Sony 100 watt stereo amp and separate tuner. Needless to say, the u ...
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Warm, rich sound in a quality receiver
Pros: Warm, rich tones at a reasonable price.
Cons: No A/B switching.
The Bottom Line: If you can still find this receiver - buy it! Would serve as a great 'first system' for those looking for good, clean sound on the cheap.
This review is a little 'late' - the receiver has been replaced by 2 subsequent models now. Nonethel ...
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Second Harman Kardon Receiver
Pros: sturdy construction, powerful & clean amplification, elegant design
Cons: doesn't have 6.1 or 7.1 decoding, if that is a con.
My first introduction to Harman Kardon Audio Video Receivers was an AVR35 Dolby Pro-Logic receiver. ...
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Not only great sound but Configurable: Like a trusty 35mm
Pros: Great sound. Surround setting PER INPUT. digital input PER INPUT. plenty of power.
Cons: no automatic surround setting. no automatic digital input. very small display/scrolling on-screen-display (OSD)
The Bottom Line: This is a great unit. If you have the patience to set it up, it will be one of your favorite components.
There is no question that the sound quality on this unit is stellar. HK is known for their quality ...
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Good buy
Pros: Great sound. Durable. Tons of surround options.
Cons: The OSD (On Screen display) is hard to use without monitor.
The Bottom Line: Strongly recommend. Beautiful sound. Well engineered.
I got this at a good price at Fry's - $280. I didn't want to go with brands like Sony/Kenwood becaus ...
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