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The Onkyo TX-SR606 is the follow-up 7.1 receiver to the hugely popular Onkyo TX-SR605 released in March 2008. The 606 features an upgrade to 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs, up from 2 in the 605, and will not only transcode video signals to HDMI but will also upscale to 1080i over HDMI. The Onkyo TX-SR606 can decode HD audio sources (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA). The TX-SR606 can deliver 90 Watts (@ 8 Ohms) to each of its 7 channels, each featuring 5-way binding post connectors. The MSRP is $500.

Pros & Cons

Pros:
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4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
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Video transcoding and upconversion to HDMI
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High definition audio format decoding
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5.1 + Stereo Split Zone
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Intuitive automated speaker setup process
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HDMI Switching
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Doesn't upconvert to 1080p, only 1080i
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Hudson II video processor is a 2D comb filter as compared to 3D comb filter with adaptive motion
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Does not upscale HDMI inputs, only passes them through.
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Only 2 component video inputs
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No 7.1 analog pre-outs
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Features

  • 7.1 channel a/v receiver
  • 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs /w audio support
  • 90 Watts / channel @ 8 Ohms
  • Transcoding and upconversion of analog video to HDMI @ 1080i
  • Uses the Genesis Hudson II video upscaling chipset
  • Digital audio: 2 x optical, 2 x coax
  • 7.1 + zone 2 stereo
  • Advanced audio format decoding (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA)
  • Release date: March 2008
  • Price: $500

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5 comments about Onkyo TX SR 606

1.  avatar Erik  Mar 18, 2008 11:10am

My guess is that this receiver will sell for $550 and come out in June 2008. The 576 has an MSRP of $479, has 3 HDMI ins, and (I think) doesn't transcode analog to HDMI. Logically, the 606 should sell for more than $20 more.

The only real improvement I can see with this receiver over the 605 is that it adds 2 more HDMI inputs, and that it will upscale analog video sources to 1080i. I remain skeptical about the latter point.
2.  avatar Erik  Mar 18, 2008 11:19am

I just noticed that the press release specs have this receiver at 140 Watts / channel @ 6 Ohms. That's a pretty significant increase over the 605 (90 W @ 8 Ohms)
3.  avatar Erik  Apr 12, 2008 10:37am

Just a correction to my above comment, it looks like it delivers 90 W @ 8 Ohms as well.
4.  avatar rschaer  May 14, 2008 6:38pm

Currenty Street price is $459 on eBay or $499 w/ 10% coupon from Circuit City.
5.  avatar Rooster  Jul 14, 2008 10:34pm

I purchased the Onkyo TX-SR606 on 7/6/08 at the total delivered price of $389.77 through OneCall.com. It is everything that all the audio experts say it is in their reviews and evaluations. Trust me, you can't go wrong with this purchase. It has 4 HDMI inputs and all the latest cutting edge High Definition technology. It does have 90 W @ 8 Ohms.

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    Key Features:

    Audio Inputs RCA, Digital Coaxial, HDMI, iPod, Sirius, optical
    Manufacturer Onkyo
    MSRP $500.00
    Number of Channels 7.1, 6.1, 5.1
    Product Line Onkyo TX-SRxx6
    Release Date Mar. 24, 2008
    Video Inputs Composite, S-Video, Component, HDMI
    Watts per Channel 90 W

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    Created: 03/18/2008 - 9:27
    Modified: 12/01/2008 - 16:07
    Model # variations:

    TX, SR, 606, TXSR, SR606, TXSR606