Stereo Receivers - Onkyo
A stereo receiver essentially combines an integrated amplifiers and tuner (FM or DAB radio) in one box. One of these is an ideal choice if you wish to enjoy the pleasure of hi-fi quality radio listening but without multiple boxes. Just add either bookshelf speakers or floorstanding speakers and enjoy. We also sell AV receivers (which offer all the features of a stereo receiver, with the addition of 5.1 or 7.1 channel amplification and features for home cinema sound).
A stereo receiver goes in between your speakers and source. Much like an integrated amplifier, a stereo receiver combines a pre amplifier with a power amplifier in a single unit. This is the most popular amplifier configuration and offers stunning value for money. If you need advice on your stereo receiver and/or speaker matching, don't hesitate to call or email us for advice. We offer Free UK next day delivery on all of our in stock products.
Onkyo is a leading manufacturer of AV receivers, home cinema systems and hi-fi separates. Their range spans from budget to high-end products, offering the latest technology.
Onkyo is a well-established Japanese company who specialise in consumer hifi and audio visual products. With a wealth of experience. Onkyo is now synonymous with high quality design, build and performance.
Onkyo produce a range of hifi separates and speakers for music and movie lovers. From integrated, pre and power amps, streamers, network and CD players and dolby atmos speakers. All with Onkyo's famous build and sound quality.
These components offer great versatility whether your source is analogue or internet radio played over wi-fi. The great value 5.1 packages are a popular choice for surround sound setups for audio that complements your blu-rays.
Originally known as Osaka Denki, they built a reputation as an innovator researching work for pick-ups and loudspeaker chassis. The company began producing clay tonearms for record players leading to the CP100 becoming its first product.
The price tag was 3/5ths of the average monthly wage. Just two years after CP100, they created the non-pressed loudspeaker cone that revolutionised the speaker industry. Onkyo started with the structure of a loudspeaker factory designing special diaphragm materials.
Onkyo has gone on to develop many innovative solutions which received worldwide global acclaim and multiple industry awards. 1973 introduced titanium diaphragm loudspeaker and the Integra A-755 stereo amplifier.
It was at this time that Onkyo began manufacturing loudspeakers in Korea and revealed their slogan 'Artistry in sound.' In 1982, the first original CD player developed by the brand came to market. It offered automatic continuous rendition, copying in high speed and simultaneous mixing for the first time in consumer products.
They are among the first major companies to transform management practices by adopting a "simple and fast to market" philosophy. Onkyo debuted their flagship 'Reference' Hi-Fi Series in 2010 with DIDRC and began producing hi-fi separates for discerning audiophiles.
Today, Onkyo incorporates the Integra, Integra Research divisions and Pioneer. It is currently headed by Naoto Othsuki and known for sonic excellence, high-quality loudspeakers, components you would expect.
The amplifier circuitry of stereo receivers, as with an integrated amplifier, is housed in one unit combining both a power and pre amp. This means that you don't need multiple boxes, and will save you space in the long run. When looking for an amplifier or hi-fi system on a budget, a stereo receiver is an incredibly cost-effective solution, and will virtually always the best sounding and most cost effective solution. An internal tuner means that you are able to enjoy music straight away, simple by connecting speakers, without the need for a separate source.
Like integrated amps, stereo receivers offer speaker terminals for connecting speakers. These terminals typically accept banana plugs, spade plugs and bare wire, though they can vary so it is worth checking the amplifier offers the type of connection that matches your speaker cable. Naim amplifiers and stereo receivers only accept 4mm banana plugs or Naim’s own plugs and so are unsuitable for bare wire. Cyrus also use their own BFA connections which require BFA-terminated speaker cable rather than spades, bananas or bare wire. Some stereo receivers may feature two sets of speaker outputs, letting you to change between two separate sets of speakers or possibly use two pairs at the same time
When purchasing a stereo receiver, just as with a power amp or integrated amp, it is key to consider its power rating and whether it is suitably powered to drive the speakers you intend to use. Most speakers are given a recommended power rating, stating the range of amplifier power outputs suitable for optimum speaker performance. If your integrated amplifier is too low powered for your speakers then the overall sound, impact and soundstage will suffer from your speakers not being driven properly. If an amplifier or receiver has too much power, the quality of sound can deteriorate, and you may risk permanent damage to your speakers.
Stereo Receivers offer a range of input and connectivity options, due to the pre amplifier part of the design. This allows you to connect a range of sources to your receiver, typically via RCA inputs, although a range of other connectivity options exist. Some models may feature a headphone output, meaning you can use a pair of headphones rather than speakers, letting you enjoy your music privately or late at night without disturbing anyone. Many stereo receivers also feature a phono input, which enables you to connect a turntable directly, without the need for a phono stage. Some models even include an on-board DAC, allowing you to connect digital sources such as a computer, CD player or streamer and enjoy high quality play back.
Stereo Receivers - Onkyo
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