Name: SC-LX901
Brand: Pioneer
SKU: 408795
Rating: 4.0 (53 reviews)

4.5

based on all reviews

DTS Neo family with improved flexibility
delivered both clear and natural sound dialogue
spirit is alive and well in their new lineup

SCLX901 could not deliver the same level of dynamics from its onboard amplifiers
DTS-X decoding
s no Auro-3D support on the Elites

Receiver type: Surround
Connectivity technology: Wired & Wireless
Wi-fi: yes
Colour of product: Silver, Black
Optical drive included: no
Handheld remote control: yes
Supported radio bands: AM, FM
Audio output channels: 11.2

Pioneer SC-LX901 - Pros & Cons

DTS Neo family with improved flexibility
delivered both clear and natural sound dialogue
spirit is alive and well in their new lineup
rich
realistic
and breathtaking sound
detail
warmth and clarity
simple
automated setup process and minimalist remote provide
Audio features are plentiful enough to satisfy nearly everyone
as its settings were very accurate
the device provided flawless performance
is premium quality
rugged and stable
the clean and minimalistic design
Sound Quality The device presented both clear and natural sound

SCLX901 could not deliver the same level of dynamics from its onboard amplifiers
DTS-X decoding
s no Auro-3D support on the Elites
lack of strength or excessive neutrality only at some point
Adjusting the basses was a bit cumbersome
The remote control could have been backlit
excessive neutrality at some point for certain sounds
rename HDMI inputs and such a problem was very strange

Pioneer - Video Reviews (5)

Pioneer SC-LX901 - Full Specifications

Receiver type	Surround

Audio output channels	11.2
Audio Return Channel (ARC)	yes
Audio amplifier	yes
Power output per channel (1KHz@8 Ohm)	200.0 W
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	1.0 %
Audio formats supported	AIFF ALAC DSD FLAC WAV
Audio decoders	DSD DTS 96/24 DTS Neo:X DTS-ES DTS-HD DTS-HD HR DTS-HD Master Audio Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Surround Dolby TrueHD
Equalizer	yes

Colour of product	Silver Black

Supported radio bands	AM FM
AM antenna ports quantity	1
FM antenna ports quantity	1
Preset stations quantity	40
Auto digital tuning	yes
Internet radio	yes
Internet radio services supported	Spotify TuneIn

Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Speakers connectivity type	Binding post
Audio (L/R) in	2
Composite video in	2
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in	2
Digital audio optical in	3
Digital audio coaxial in	2
Line-out	yes
Line-in	yes
Headphone connectivity	3.5 mm
Headphone outputs	1
Number of HDMI inputs	8
Number of HDMI outputs	2
USB ports quantity	1
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth profiles	A2DP AVRCP
Bluetooth version	4.1
Ethernet LAN	yes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
RS-232 ports	1
Wi-Fi	yes

3D	yes
Supported video modes	1080p 2160p
Deep colour support	yes
x.v.Color support	yes
Video upscaling	yes

Width	17.13 in
Depth	17.36 in
Height	7.28 in
Weight	645.51 oz

Optical drive included	no
Handheld remote control	yes
Card reader integrated	no
AirPlay	yes

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Pioneer SC-LX901 Pioneer - Editorial Reviews (2)

5.0

Based on 2 reviews

HomeTheaterReview

Published: 04.12.2017

Pioneer Elite SC-LX901 11.2-Channel AV Receiver Reviewed - HomeTheaterReview

5.0

Bob Barrett auditions Pioneer's Elite SC-LX901. This 11.2-channel AV receiver is rated at 140 watts continuous power output at eight ohms, and it sports all the features and technologies you'd expect in a flagship receiver.

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