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The Sony STR-DG820 is one of five value-priced a/v receivers to be released in 2008. The DG820 has many of the same features and specs as the step-up model Sony STR-DG920 ($600), but notably lacks analog transcoding the HDMI output. At $400, the STR-DG820 has quite a few features and impressive specifications including decoding of Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio.
MSRP $400.00
Release date May, 2007
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Features
- 7.1 channels, 110 watts of power
- four HDMI inputs
- Onboard decoding for Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio
- Supports x.v.Color
- XM-ready with Neural Surround Sound
- Includes a Sony Digital Media Port
- Doesn't transcode analog source to HDMI like the STR-DG920
- price: $400
- release date: May 2008
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Sony STR-DG820
• Sony STRDG820 7.1 Audio Video Receiver - Black
• STR-DG820 Receiver
UPC: 027242727465
EAN: 027242727465
MPN: STRDG820
Competitors
Sony STR-DG820 is ranked 5th among it's competitors.
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MSRP $550.00
Released February, 2008
Pros
- Excellent price - look for it for less than $500
- High-definition audio decoding/processing: TrueHD, HD-MA, raw LPCM
- Video transcoding/upconversion to HDMI and component
Cons
- Only 2 HDMI inputs - competition has 4
- Does not pass BTB or WTW. However this is the case w/ all Yammie receivers currently out & hoped to be fixed w/ a firmware update.
- no USB input, so NO firmware update.
Sony STR-DG820
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Yamaha RX-V663
100%
MSRP $479.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Dual-source Powered Zone 2 capability - 5.1 in one zone, stereo in the other
- Has Audyssey's new Dynamic EQ loudness correction
- Front channels can be set up to do biamplification
Cons
- Doesn't decode Dolby TrueHD or dts HD-MA
- Doesn't transcode or upscale analog sources to HDMI
- Spring terminal connections for second zone speakers
Sony STR-DG820
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Onkyo TX-SR576
50%
MSRP $499.00
Released May, 2007
Pros
- Great price for its specs/feature
(MSRP $499, JR.com listed at $399)
- HDMI switching and transcoding
- High-def audio support - both TrueHD and DTS-HD MA
Cons
- Could use more than 2 HDMI inputs
- 1080i component video gets downconverted to 720p when transcoded to HDMI
- No video upconversion (only transcoding to HDMI/component)
Sony STR-DG820
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Onkyo TX-SR605
MSRP $500.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 4 x HDMI 1.3a inputs
- High definition audio format decoding
- Video transcoding and upconversion to HDMI
Cons
- Doesn't upconvert to 1080p, only 1080i
- Hudson II video processor is a 2D comb filter as compared to 3D comb filter with adaptive motion
- Does not upscale HDMI inputs, only passes them through.
Sony STR-DG820
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Onkyo TX-SR606
MSRP $349.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- affordable price
- 7.1 channel
- many features
Cons
- iPod compatibility requires an addon
- no video processing, simply pass-through
- poor manual
Sony STR-DG820
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Denon AVR-1508
Sony STR-DG820
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Onkyo TX-SR60
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Reviews
March 13, 2008
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- High-definition audio decoding including DTS HD-MA and TrueHD
- 1080p video support as pass-through
- 4 HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Fantastic price for the feature-set
Cons
- No transcoding of analog video sources to the HDMI output
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October 24, 2008
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- High-definition audio decoding including DTS HD-MA and TrueHD
- 1080p video support as pass-through
- 4 HDMI 1.3a inputs
Cons
- Manual says you can't use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to your TV.
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July 5, 2008
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Pros
- High-definition audio decoding including DTS HD-MA and TrueHD
- 1080p video support as pass-through
- 4 HDMI 1.3a inputs
- Fantastic price for the feature-set
- XM Satellite Radio ready
Cons
- No transcoding of analog video sources to the HDMI output
- Clunky remote
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November 6, 2009
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- Manual says you can't use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to your TV.
- When plugging in a computer with a DVI-HDMI cable for video, you can't use the optical audio inputs.
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September 6, 2009
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Pros
- High-definition audio decoding including DTS HD-MA and TrueHD
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August 22, 2009
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- No transcoding of analog video sources to the HDMI output
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STR, DG, 820, STRDG, DG820, STRDG820
