Pioneer Elite SC-07

The Pioneer Elite SC-07 ($2200) is a high-end 7.1 channel a/v receiver, announced on May 7th, 2008 and released later in August. Also available is the step-down 5.1 channel mode model, the Pioneer Elite SC-05, more affordable Pioneer Elite VSX-01TXH ($750) and the Pioneer Elite VSX-03TXH ($1000). The SC-07 and SC-05 join the previously released $7000 Pioneer Elite SC-09TX flagship as part of the high-end receivers codenamed "Susano", that feature a Class D amplifier developed with ICEpower technology for high-efficiency power output with little heat generation. All the new receivers support decoding of high-definition audio formats including Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA, and include a Farodja video scaling chipset that will upscale video sources up-to 1080p on the HDMI output. Unique features found on the SC-07 not found on the SC-05 are 1) Burr Brown Sampling Rate Converter (SRC) upscales audio to 192 kHz, 24-bit resolution, and 2) Dual HDMI video output and second zone component video output for zone 2 HD video capabilities.

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Pioneer Elite SC-07
MSRP $2,200.00
Release date August, 2008
Brand Pioneer
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Pros & Cons

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1 negative

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Class D power amplifier (allows for a light build, cool and efficient operation)
+7agreedisagree

Burr Brown Sampling Rate Converter (SRC) upscales audio to 192 kHz, 24-bit
+7agreedisagree

Dual HDMI video output
+6agreedisagree

Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
+5agreedisagree

easy on the eyes - attractive styling with very little branding, feature clutter
+4agreedisagree

Great sound quality in all modes. Looks great. Speakers come alive.
+4agreedisagree

zone 2 HD video capabilities
+3agreedisagree

THX Ultra 2-certified
+3agreedisagree

MCACC auto-calibration uses a microphone to adjust output timing, ensures each speaker is in phase
+3agreedisagree

powerful - 110W per channel (continuous)
+3agreedisagree

scaling/processing not applying to HDMI inputs assures quality of high end sources signal
+3agreedisagree

7.1 channel design
+2agreedisagree

scales video up to 1080p
+2agreedisagree

affordable considering the amplification technology
+2agreedisagree

Does HDMI Connect with other devices that has the capability
+2agreedisagree

Dedicated iPod USB connection and navigation with remote
+1agreedisagree

Cons:
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expensive
+1agreedisagree

iPod USB connection is inside the front cover
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No HD Radio!
0agreedisagree

video scaling/processing doesn't apply to HDMI inputs
0agreedisagree

remote doesn't match the quality/functionality of the receiver
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Lacks HDMI video scaling. Remote confusing and cheap feeling.
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Details

Features

  • 7.1 channel surround receiver
  • Class D power amplifier with ICEpower technology
  • 140 watts per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20 000 Hz
  • THX Ultra2 Certified
  • Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
  • Codename "Susano"
  • Upscales video sources to 1080p with Faroudja video chipset
  • Dual HDMI video output and second zone component video output for zone 2 HD video capabilities
  • Burr Brown Sampling Rate Converter (SRC) upscales audio to 192 kHz, 24-bit resolution
  • release date: August 2008
  • price: $2200

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Pioneer Elite SC-07

• Pioneer Elite SC-07 - AV network receiver - 7.1 channel

• SC-07 Receiver

UPC: 012562891538

EAN: 012562891538

MPN: SC-07

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Yale

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March 9, 2009
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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
  • easy on the eyes - attractive styling with very little branding, feature clutter
  • zone 2 HD video capabilities
  • THX Ultra 2-certified
  • MCACC auto-calibration uses a microphone to adjust output timing, ensures each speaker is in phase
  • powerful - 110W per channel (continuous)
  • scaling/processing not applying to HDMI inputs assures quality of high end sources signal
  • 7.1 channel design
  • scales video up to 1080p
  • affordable considering the amplification technology

Cons

  • expensive
  • video scaling/processing doesn't apply to HDMI inputs
  • remote doesn't match the quality/functionality of the receiver

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cyberati

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March 14, 2009
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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
  • Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
  • Great sound quality in all modes. Looks great. Speakers come alive.

Cons

  • Lacks HDMI video scaling. Remote confusing and cheap feeling.

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Erik

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May 7, 2008
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5 pros
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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
  • Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
  • zone 2 HD video capabilities

Cons

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vijayl

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April 10, 2009
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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
  • easy on the eyes - attractive styling with very little branding, feature clutter
  • Great sound quality in all modes. Looks great. Speakers come alive.
  • zone 2 HD video capabilities
  • THX Ultra 2-certified
  • MCACC auto-calibration uses a microphone to adjust output timing, ensures each speaker is in phase
  • powerful - 110W per channel (continuous)
  • scaling/processing not applying to HDMI inputs assures quality of high end sources signal
  • 7.1 channel design
  • scales video up to 1080p
  • affordable considering the amplification technology
  • Does HDMI Connect with other devices that has the capability
  • Dedicated iPod USB connection and navigation with remote

Cons

  • iPod USB connection is inside the front cover

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blitz57

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February 9, 2009
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5 pros
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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
  • Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
  • zone 2 HD video capabilities

Cons

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macfan424

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August 19, 2009
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11 pros
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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
  • Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
  • easy on the eyes - attractive styling with very little branding, feature clutter
  • Great sound quality in all modes. Looks great. Speakers come alive.
  • THX Ultra 2-certified
  • MCACC auto-calibration uses a microphone to adjust output timing, ensures each speaker is in phase
  • scaling/processing not applying to HDMI inputs assures quality of high end sources signal
  • affordable considering the amplification technology
  • Does HDMI Connect with other devices that has the capability

Cons

  • No HD Radio!

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audiofail

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August 11, 2009
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Pros

  • Burr Brown Sampling Rate Converter (SRC) upscales audio to 192 kHz, 24-bit
  • Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
  • easy on the eyes - attractive styling with very little branding, feature clutter
  • Great sound quality in all modes. Looks great. Speakers come alive.
  • powerful - 110W per channel (continuous)

Cons

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high1

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April 10, 2009
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0 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Class D power amplifier (allows for a light build, cool and efficient operation)

Cons

  • expensive

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penjwa

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October 16, 2008
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  • No HD Radio!

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