Pioneer VSX-859RDS A/V Receivers

Pioneer VSX-859RDS A/V Receivers 

DESCRIPTION

THX Surround EX DTS-ES (Compatible) DTS-ES (Compatible) DTS Digital Surround

USER REVIEWS

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[Aug 23, 2023]
chaples19


Strength:

Extraordinary sound. Evolved, practical design. See: towing eugene oregon

Weakness:

Occasional vibration with dirty power.

Purchased:
New  
OVERALL
RATING
5
[Jul 27, 2022]
ampva301


Strength:

I am still in the experimental stages! I just bought the unit, but I will give an honest review. So far, so good. Regards from the best drywall contractor in Bridgeport

Weakness:

none as of now

Purchased:
New  
OVERALL
RATING
5
[Jul 14, 2022]
Breana


Strength:

So happy with the products! Thanks social security card

Weakness:

none so far

OVERALL
RATING
5
[Jul 12, 2022]
couvreur67


Strength:

This is really a good hi-fi amplifier with a great sound and a good power reserve. Couvreur Haguenau

Weakness:

Not that I've noticed!

Purchased:
Used  
OVERALL
RATING
5
[Nov 23, 2020]
us25


Strength:

I own this VSX-859RDS Pioneer in gold as a limited series and it stopped working after a while. I took it to the authorized dealership in Athens Greece where I live and after keeping it for almost three months they told me to come and take it back because it needs a part that is not available anymore. The part is called : AWX 7594 (MAIN CONTROL ASSY). All I have to say is W.T.F.

Weakness:

Strong and clear sound horrible service.

Purchased:
New  
Model Year:
2001
OVERALL
RATING
1
[Sep 11, 2002]
casey_love
Audio Enthusiast

Strength:

One of the most complete systems. Capable of 7.1 but needs a separate amp to work with the rear speakers.

Weakness:

Music, but I did not buy it for this purpose so I can't really complain.

Here (Saudi Arabia) this product is known as the 895TX for the black model and 895TXG for the gold finish. Since I planned only to spend $650 dollars for an A/V receiver the I skipped the AX10 or the 910 models which are top dogs. The receiver is great with DVD movies and quite ok with music altho my dedicated amp (NAD 370) is is way better. I am quite happy to recommend it over a Denon 1802 or a similarly priced Onkyo or Yamaha which have a couple of badges missing compared with the pioneer. Set up: B&W 602 S3 fronts, 601 S3 surround, Tannoy MXc center, REL Q100 active sub. Front and surround speakers are bi-wired. Chord Optichord optical cable, Pioneer DV533 dvd player. I recommend using quality audio cables from the DVD to the A/V as well as running an optical cable simultanously for CDs that do not support any of the surround modes. Its true that a digital coax cable is just as good as the optical cable but I already have the optichord. If you still don't have an optical cable, go for the coax but buy a good quality cable from name brands like Chord, AR or Audioquest.

Similar Products Used:

Denon 2802

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Jun 18, 2002]
dalescheepers
Audio Enthusiast

Strength:

dvd's

Weakness:

music, weak on bass without SW

Just an update on an earlier review, i said that this receiver was quite good with music... i have changed my mind and have bought a stereo amp.... no comparison. Even if you have to break the bank go out and but a stereo amp... the receiver is still awesome with DVD's

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
5
[Jun 05, 2002]
JOSE LUIS FUENTES
Audio Enthusiast

Strength:

ESPECTACULAR CON LAS PELICULAS, SONIDO MUY BUENO EN MODO THX

Weakness:

HORRIBLE CON MUSICA, MALO CON EL STEREO, DEMASIADOS BAJOS....

COMPARADO CON MI VIEJO YAMAHA, TENGO QUE DECIR QUE GANA MUCHISIMO CUANDO SE USA PARA VER PELICULAS, SOBRE TODO LAS DE ACCION, AUNQUE LAMENTABLEMENTE PIERDE BASTANTE CUANDO SE OYE MUSICA, ME PARECIO HORRIBLE, ABUSA DE LOS BAJOS Y CONTINUAMENTE HAY QUE ESTARLO REGULANDO PARA QUE NO DISTORSIONE, EN FIN NO SE PUEDE TENER TODO....

Similar Products Used:

DENON, YAMAHA

OVERALL
RATING
3
VALUE
RATING
4
[May 22, 2002]
SUJ SHARMA
Casual Listener

Strength:

Still in the experimental stages!

Weakness:

DSP MODES & REMOTE

I got this at a bargain price of £250. It is a monster of a machine with great facilities. However, not happy with the remote or the DSP modes. The On Screen Display could have some colour instead of being grey. But when you paid what I have who am I to complain, with free delivery. Can anyone recommend some speakers to go with this??

Similar Products Used:

N?A

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
5
[Mar 21, 2002]
Anders Hagberg
Audio Enthusiast

Strength:

Deep, heavy.....and POWER!

Weakness:

Maybe too big, not very good with music. Angry neighbours ;-)

Heavy bass, great with movies. If you only looking for a bass for your home-theathre, this is the choice.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
5
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