Pioneer VSX-832(B) 5.1-ch Network AV Receiver

Introduction

Upgrade your home entertainment to the next level with Pioneer's VSX-832, a 5.1-channel AV receiver supporting Dolby Atmos®. Enjoy a wide, enveloping soundscape with the Surround Enhancer. Ultra HD video, HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), and Dolby Vision™ present life-like images, while FlareConnect™, Chromecast built-in, and DTS Play-Fi® let you stream music anywhere in the house. Limitless songs on internet radio and network streaming services are just a few taps away with the Pioneer Remote App.

Image shows the front view of the Pioneer VSX-832(B) AV receiver, featuring a sleek black design with a central display, prominent volume knob, and control buttons. A remote control is also pictured next to it.

Amplification

• Channels: 5
• Amplification Type: Direct Energy
• 130 W/ch (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1.0%, 1ch Driven)

Audio Features

• Dolby Atmos®*1 for 3.1.2ch/Dolby Surround*1 [?]
• Surround Enhancer*1 [?]
• DTS:X™/DTS Neural:X™ [?]
• Reflex Optimizer [⚙️]
• Dolby® TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus
• DTS-HD Master Audio/DTS-HD High Resolution Audio/DTS 96/24/DTS-ES/DTS-HD Express
• DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI (2.8 MHz/5.1ch, 2ch)
• Digital Core Engine with Cirrus Logic (Quad Core) x1
• 384 kHz/32-bit DAC (AK4438)
• HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) [?]
• MCACC Auto Room Tuning [?]
• Phase Control [?]
• Subwoofer EQ [?]
• Advanced Sound Retriever (2ch)
• Advanced Surround Modes: Classical, Unplugged, Entertainment Show, Drama, Advanced Game, Action, Rock/Pop, Sports, Extended Stereo, Extended Mono, Front Stage Surround Advance

Video Features

• Ultra HD Pass-through with HDCP 2.2 (4K/60p/4:4:4/24-bit, 4K/24p/4:4:4/36-bit, 4K/60p/4:2:0/36-bit) [?]
• HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma) and BT.2020 Pass-through Support [?]
• Dolby Vision Compatible [✨]
• Ultra HD Upscaling (1080p → 4K) [⬆️]
• 3D Ready (Blu-ray Disc™, Broadcast, and Games) [?️]
• Deep Color (36-bit), "x.v.Color"

Illustration shows the concept of HDR Dynamic Range Expansion, comparing a 'No HDR' image with limited contrast and detail to a 'With HDR' image exhibiting greater contrast, brighter highlights, and deeper shadows, for a more realistic visual experience.

Home Network Features

• FlareConnect™*1 for Multi-room Audio [??]
• Chromecast built-in*1*2 [▶️]
• DTS Play-Fi*1*2 Ready [?]
• Apple AirPlay Certified [?]
• Music-Streaming Services Ready: Spotify, TIDAL, Deezer (via TuneIn) [?]
• Internet Radio with TuneIn [?]
• Hi-Res Audio File Playback via USB/Network (Up to 192 kHz/24-bit ALAC, AIFF, FLAC, WAV; 5.6/2.8 MHz DSD Playback; Dolby® TrueHD Playback via USB only) [?]

Convenience Features

• Built-in Wi-Fi® (Dual Band 5 GHz/2.4 GHz) [?]
• Built-in Bluetooth® Wireless Technology (Version: 4.1, Profile: A2DP/AVRCP, Codec: SBC/AAC) [?]
• Works with Pioneer Remote App (iOS/Android™)*4 for Multi-room Entertainment Control and Network Streaming [?]
• GUI with System/Network Setup Menu [?️]
• Auto Power Off in HDMI Standby Through [?]
• AM/FM Tuner 40 Presets [?]
• Sleep Timer [⏰]
• User-Friendly Simple Remote Control [?]

Terminals

Front Terminals

• USB 1 In for USB Drive [?]
• MCACC Setup MIC In [?]
• Audio 1 In (Mini Stereo Jack) [?]
• Phones 1 Out [?]

Rear Terminals

• HDMI 4 In (4 Assignable) [?]
• HDMI 1 Out [?]
• Ethernet 1 In [?]
• USB 1 In for USB Drive [?]
• AV (Composite) 2 In (Assignable) [▶️]
• Digital Coaxial 1 In (Assignable) [?]
• Digital Optical 1 In (Assignable) [?]
• Subwoofer 1 Pre Out [?]
• Speaker 5 ch Out (FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND) [?]
• FM/AM Antenna [?]

Specifications

• Power Requirements: AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power Consumption/Standby: 400 W / 0.15 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 173 x 320.5 mm
• Weight: 8.6 kg

Key Technologies

Dolby Atmos® and Surround Enhancer

The VSX-832 supports up to 3.1.2ch Dolby Atmos®. Surround Enhancer*, developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc., is a virtual speaker technology based on Head-Related Transfer Function (HRTF). With DSP, virtual surround speakers deliver the sound that usually comes from surround speakers. The 3.1.2ch is virtually expanded to 5.1.2ch to create a 3D surround sound field. Even those who have difficulty installing rear speakers can also enjoy various audio formats** in a wide sound field with Surround Enhancer, as well Dolby Atmos. (* Dolby Atmos and Surround Enhancer will be available with firmware update. ** Except audio signals encoded by DTS formats)

DTS:X™

DTS:X™ is the next-generation audio codec from DTS that leverages object-based audio to enable new immersive and interactive audio experiences. Since DTS:X™ can automatically adapt the audio to the existing channels and speaker system, no specific speaker layout is required. Experience an immersive soundscape with incredibly rich and life-like audio.

Reflex Optimizer

When using Dolby Atmos-enabled speakers, high directivity sound from the unit reflects off the ceiling, while low directivity sound directly reaches the ears. The different pathways cause a phase shift, making the sound feel uncomfortable. The Reflex Optimizer, which uses the Phase Control technology, adjusts this shift and improves the localization of the sound image by aligning the frequencies with those of the floor speakers, creating the ideal reproduction environment.

Diagram illustrates the Reflex Optimizer concept. 'Before' shows sound waves reflecting off the ceiling causing phase shift. 'After' shows Reflex Optimizer adjusting the phase for ideal reproduction.

Next Generation Video Standard Ready

The VSX-832 supports pass-through for HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), and Dolby Vision. By connecting the source device, you can enjoy these latest video standards on a compatible display. All HDMI terminals support 4K, BT.2020, and HDCP 2.2, ensuring compatibility with new devices.

MCACC Auto Room Tuning

Create the optimum acoustic environment with Pioneer's MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System), developed with the expertise of professional recording studios. With the custom microphone, the system automatically compensates for differences in speaker size, level, and distance, and equalizes response.

Diagram shows the MCACC Auto Room Tuning process, indicating its function in creating an optimal acoustic environment.

Synchronised Sound with Phase Control

As an innovative solution for the phase lag between the subwoofer and the main channel speakers caused by the bass management filter, Phase Control compensates the delayed bass to improve sound synchronisation.

Built-in Dual Band Wi-Fi®

Enjoy network features such as audio streaming via wireless LAN connection. The built-in Wi-Fi is dual band, supporting both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz frequency channels. By using the 5 GHz band, you can enjoy steady and uninterrupted streaming of audio files.

Internet Radio & Online Music

Enjoy a limitless flow of music, sports, talk, and news entertainment from internet radio stations and online music services, including Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, TIDAL, and Deezer.

Multi-room Audio

FlareConnect™ shares audio from network and external audio input sources between compatible components. Enjoy effortless multi-room playback of LP records, CDs, network music services, and more with supported components and speaker systems. Music selection, speaker grouping, and playback management across the home are built into the Pioneer Remote App**. (* Sharing audio from external inputs is enabled with a future firmware update. External audio inputs supporting FlareConnect may differ depending on model. Please consult individual product specification for more information. ** Download free from the App Store or Google Play.)

Chromecast built-in

The VSX-832 comes with Chromecast built-in, so you can use your mobile device to stream your favorite music, radio, or podcasts to your speaker. You can control the audio from anywhere in the house using Chromecast-enabled apps running on your personal device—iPhone, iPad, Android phone and tablet, Mac and Windows laptop, and Chromebook™. Discover Chromecast-enabled apps at g.co/cast/audioapps. (* Chromecast built-in will be available with firmware update.)

DTS Play-Fi®

DTS Play-Fi® wirelessly streams any audio content from any compatible mobile device to the VSX-832 and DTS Play-Fi compatible audio systems, creating a multi-room system in your home. You can stream different sources to different speakers at the same time from the Pioneer Music Control App. (* DTS Play-Fi will be available with firmware update.)