Pioneer AV Receivers and Blu-ray Disc Players: Ultimate Experience in Sound and Vision

SC Series AV Receivers

SC-LX901, SC-LX801, SC-LX701, SC-LX502

These models represent the flagship and high-end offerings, featuring Pioneer's proprietary Direct Energy HD Amplifier for exceptional power and clarity. They support the latest object-based audio formats like Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™, offering immersive 3D soundscapes. Advanced features include MCACC Pro for precise room calibration, AIR Studios sound tuning for professional-grade audio quality, Reflex Optimizer for Dolby Enabled speakers, and support for Hi-Res Audio formats including DSD 11.2MHz. Connectivity options are extensive, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, and DTS Play-Fi. The design emphasizes robust construction with advanced chassis structures to minimize noise and maximize performance.

• Direct Energy HD Amplifier: Delivers high power and superior sound quality with efficient Class D amplification.
• MCACC Pro: Advanced multi-channel acoustic calibration system for precise room and speaker optimization, including 3D Sound Field Correction, Standing Wave Control, and Full Band Phase Control.
• Dolby Atmos® & DTS:X™: Support for the latest immersive audio formats.
• AIR Studios Tuning: Collaboration with renowned engineers for refined sound tuning.
• Hi-Res Audio Support: Compatibility with DSD 11.2MHz, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, and Apple Lossless up to 192kHz/24bit. PQFA (Precision Quartz for File Audio) technology minimizes jitter for enhanced detail.
• 4K/HDR Support: Pass-through for HDR10, Dolby Vision (on select models), and BT.2020 color space.
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi (dual-band), Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, DTS Play-Fi, Spotify, TuneIn, radiko.jp.
• Control: iControlAV5 app for smartphone control.
• Chassis Design: Features like Advanced Direct Energy Design, 3-Division Chassis, and Insulated Dual Chassis contribute to rigidity and noise reduction.

Visual Description: Images show the sleek front panels with large rotary knobs and displays, and detailed rear panels with numerous input/output terminals. Internal views reveal the sophisticated component layout, including power transformers and amplifier modules.

VSX Series AV Receivers

VSX-832, VSX-S520

These models offer a balance of performance, features, and value, bringing advanced home theater capabilities to a wider audience. They feature Direct Energy HD Amplifiers (Class D for VSX-S520) and support Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X™ (via firmware updates for some features). MCACC provides automatic room calibration, and Reflex Optimizer enhances Dolby Enabled speaker performance. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, and streaming services. The VSX-S520 is noted for its slim, compact design, fitting easily into various living spaces.

• Direct Energy HD Amplifier / Class D Amplifier: Efficient and powerful amplification.
• MCACC: Automatic speaker setup and room calibration.
• Dolby Atmos® & DTS:X™ Support: Enables immersive surround sound.
• Reflex Optimizer: Optimizes Dolby Enabled speaker performance.
• Hi-Res Audio Support: DSD 5.6MHz and various high-resolution PCM formats.
• 4K/HDR Support: Pass-through for HDR10 and BT.2020.
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi (dual-band), Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify, TuneIn, radiko.jp.
• Design: Slim and stylish designs, particularly the VSX-S520.

Visual Description: Images display the front and rear panels of these receivers, highlighting their compact designs and connectivity options.

BDP-LX88

The flagship Blu-ray Disc Player, the BDP-LX88, is designed for the ultimate audio-visual experience. It features the high-performance SABRE32 Reference DAC for precise audio D/A conversion and a new 4K Reference Converter for stunning 4K video upscaling. Its robust construction includes a 3-Division Chassis structure to isolate components and minimize interference. Advanced audio features like Precision Audio for jitter reduction and balanced XLR outputs are included. The player also boasts a high-rigidity, quiet BD drive and a high-capacity power supply.

• SABRE32 Reference DAC: Delivers exceptional audio fidelity with 4-circuit parallel processing per channel.
• 4K Reference Converter: Provides detailed and vibrant 4K upscaling.
• 3-Division Chassis: Isolates power, digital, and analog audio sections for superior sound quality.
• Precision Audio: Minimizes jitter for clear analog audio output.
• High-Rigidity BD Drive: Ensures stable disc playback.
• Balanced XLR Outputs: For high-quality analog audio connections.
• Connectivity: Supports various disc formats, audio/video files, DLNA, and YouTube Send to TV.

Visual Description: Images show the premium build of the BDP-LX88, including its front panel, rear connections, and internal layout highlighting the separate chassis sections and high-quality components.

BDP-LX58

The BDP-LX58 is a high-quality Blu-ray Disc Player that inherits much of the BDP-LX88's advanced technology, offering excellent high-resolution audio and video playback. It features the SABRE32 Ultra DAC and supports 4K upscaling. Its design prioritizes audio quality and stable operation, making it a strong choice for discerning users.

• SABRE32 Ultra DAC: High-precision D/A conversion for excellent audio reproduction.
• 4K Upscaling: Enhances HD content to 4K resolution.
• Rigid Construction: Designed for stable operation and reduced vibration.
• Connectivity: Supports various disc formats and audio/video files.

Visual Description: Images showcase the BDP-LX58's design and connectivity, similar to the BDP-LX88 but with specific feature differences noted in specifications.

S-LM2 Series

These speakers, including floorstanding, bookshelf, and center channel models, are designed for natural soundstage expansion and aesthetic integration into living spaces. They feature slim, high-rigidity enclosures, advanced unit placement to reduce cabinet resonance, and high-quality crossover networks for smooth phase characteristics.

• S-LM2-LR: Floorstanding speakers.
• S-LM2B-LR: Bookshelf speakers.
• S-LM2C: Center channel speaker.

Visual Description: Images show the elegant, slim profile of the S-LM2 series speakers in various configurations.

S-HS100

A compact 5.1 channel speaker system designed for immersive surround sound with a focus on living room integration. It includes satellite speakers and a powered subwoofer for powerful bass reproduction.

• S-HS100: 5.1 channel speaker system.

Visual Description: Images display the compact satellite speakers and the stylish powered subwoofer of the S-HS100 system.