Top-of-the-line 3D-Ready 9.2-channel AV preamp/processor
Onkyo today announced its flagship PR-SC5508 THX-Ultra 2 Plus A/V Preamplifier/Processor, a network-capable, 9.2-channel audio-video controller that functions as the brains of the worlds most advanced in-home home theater systems. It has a 3D-Ready HDMI-1.4a interface, HQV Reon-VX video processing, ISF Video Calibration, and a long list of top-of-the line audio and video features unmatched in other products.
The networking features offer DLNA 1.5 and Windows 7 compatible connection to PC audio and internet radio. The system is configured for Pandora, Rhapsody, Mediafly, Slacker, Napster, VTuner, and Sirius Internet Radio. The PR-SC5508's component circuitry is at the far edge of the technology envelope, both in terms of sound and video quality and processing. Superior video performance comes in the form of HQV Reon-VX processing, 1080p upscaling, and individual ISF calibration capability for all video sources. This THX-Ultra 2 Plus certified system offers exceptional surround sound, height channels, setup calibration, and state of the art processing from Dolby, THX, DTS, and Audyssey, including the latter's new MultEQ XT 32. The PR-SC5508's extensive connectivity options includes 8 HDMI inputs, dual USB's, two balanced line-level XLR audio inputs, and nine XLR preamp outputs to drive the matching PA-MC5500 nine-channel power amplifier.
Price and Availability
The Onkyo PR-SC5508 AV Preamplifier/Processor will be available in September for $2,199 MSRP.
More Component Announcements
Other THX Certified separates announced today include the BD-SP808 Blu-ray player and the PA-MC5500 9-channel power amplifier.
