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The Sony STR-DH100 is a modest 2 channel receiver at 100 watts/channel announced by Sony in March 2009 at $150 price point. This is the cheapest receiver in its entire class. This piece is targeted for the soft core music listeners who have no appetite for shelling $400 for a whole home theater experience. it also includes the Digital Media Port input that allows you to extend your music selection from an iPod®, Walkman® digital music player, Bluetooth® device or from a PC (accessories sold separately). This machine would compete with the Onkyo TX-8255 with 2 100 watt channels and priced at $199.
MSRP $150.00
Release date March, 2009
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Features
- Dimensions (Approx.): 17" x 5.25" x 11" (430 x 132.5 x 279mm)
- Weight (Approx.): 14.5 lbs (6.6Kg)
- Speaker Terminal Type: Spring Clips (A & B) Selectable A/B/A&B
- Surround Speaker Terminal: Push Clips
- AM/FM Memory Presets: 30FM - 30 AM
- Remote Control: Yes - RM-AAU055
- Multi Function Audio Port (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
- 5 Audio Inputs
- 2 Audio Outputs
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Sony STR-DH100
• Sony STR-DH100 2-Channel Audio Receiver (Black)
• STR-DH100 Receiver
UPC: 027242753570
EAN: 027242753570
MPN: STR-DH100
Competitors
MSRP $249.99
Released June, 2006
Pros
- affordable price
- great radio reception
- quality amplification
Cons
- stereo only - not surround sound (better for music listening than home theater)
- poor manual
- poor rear console labeling
Sony STR-DH100
vs.
Yamaha RX-397
MSRP $199.00
Released January, 2008
Pros
- Inexpensive, stereo receiver - good for people not wanting the complexity of surround sound
- A/B speakers with 5-way binding post connections
- Can be found for just over $150
Cons
- No digital coax or optical inputs
- No additional connectivity other than stereo analog audio - No XM, Sirius, iPod, Ethernet, HD Radio
- Only 50W per channel
Sony STR-DH100
vs.
Onkyo TX-8255
Reviews
March 27, 2009
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Pros
- Inexpensive stereo receiver is an alternative to high price surround system
- decent power @ 100 W per channel
- A/B audio zones
- Digital Media port
Cons
- No digital audio inputs (optical or coax)
- No video connectivity
- No front inputs
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STR, DH, 100, STRDH, DH100, STRDH100
