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The Integra DTR-8.8 is a THX Ultra2 certified 7.1 channel a/v receiver as part of Onkyo's high-end Integra line. It is a high-end receiver supporting 1080p upscaling using its built-in Reon HQV video scaling processor, and features 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs (and 2 outputs) ensuring support for the latest video technogies. On the audio side, the DTR-8.8 is rated for 140 Watts of continuous power to each of its 7 channels, aided in part by a large toroidal transformer. This receiver supports high-definition audio decoding of Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD MA, and makes use of Burr Brown DACs.
MSRP $2,400.00
Release date September, 2007
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Features
- 7.1 channel THX Ultra2 receiver
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs (2 outputs)
- HQV Reon upscaling to 1080p
- Burr Brown DAC
- Toroidal transformer
- dual push-pull amplifier design
- bi-ampable front speaker outputs
- decodes Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD MA high-definition audio
- Ethernet port for media streaming and Internet radio
- Built-in HD radio tuner
- supports XM and Sirius satellite radio
- release date: September 2007
- price: $2400
Availability and Pricing
The DTR-8.8 is similar to the Onkyo TX-NR905, but adds several features and retails for about $600 more, with an MSRP of $2400, compared to retail prices of around $1800 on the TX-NR905. The DTR-8.8 is now available in stores, but may be hard to find because of limited supply. The Integra DTC-9.8 is a pre-amp version of this receiver retailing for $1600.
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Integra DTR-8.8 is ranked 3rd among it's competitors.
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MSRP $5,199.00
Released December, 2007
Pros
- Ethernet, WiFi, USB streaming
- Includes powerful Realta HQV video chipset
- HDMI-to-HDMI upscaling
- A ton of inputs/outputs (6 HDMI in, 2 HDMI out)
- The best receiver I've ever had. Simply spectacular
Integra DTR-8.8
33%
vs.
Denon AVR-5308CI
67%
MSRP $2,099.00
Released August, 2007
Pros
- BTL for powering massive mains with surround amp assistance in 2-channel mode.
- THX Ultra2 certified
- Burr-Brown DACs on the new TI architecture.
Cons
- Runs extremely hot
- audio processing adds slight delay from video
- Reon-HQV instead of true top quality Realta
Integra DTR-8.8
43%
vs.
Onkyo TX-NR905
57%
MSRP $2,499.00
Released July, 2007
Pros
- Includes built-in WiFi
- Internet and network streaming of digital audio (mp3), Internet radio
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs, 2 x HDMI 1.3a outputs
Cons
- Cost
- Mediocre 1080i Deinterlacing
- Problems
Integra DTR-8.8
86%
vs.
Denon AVR-4308CI
14%
MSRP $2,200.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- Class D power amplifier (allows for a light build, cool and efficient operation)
- Burr Brown Sampling Rate Converter (SRC) upscales audio to 192 kHz, 24-bit
- Dual HDMI video output
Cons
- expensive
- iPod USB connection is inside the front cover
- No HD Radio!
Integra DTR-8.8
vs.
Pioneer Elite SC-07
Reviews
April 13, 2008
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Pros
- Lots of power with large toroid - THX Ultra2
- HQV Reon video upscaling
- Well engineered with good industrial design
- Decodes True HD and DTS-HD MA
Cons
- $600 more expensive than the TX-NR905 with not that many more features
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December 27, 2007
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Pros
- Lots of power with large toroid - THX Ultra2
- HQV Reon video upscaling
- Well engineered with good industrial design
- Decodes True HD and DTS-HD MA
Cons
- $600 more expensive than the TX-NR905 with not that many more features
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Pros
- Lots of power with large toroid - THX Ultra2
- HQV Reon video upscaling
- Well engineered with good industrial design
- Decodes True HD and DTS-HD MA
Cons
- $600 more expensive than the TX-NR905 with not that many more features
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DTR, 8, ., 8, DTR8, 8., .8, DTR8., 8.8, DTR8.8
