Pioneer VSX-817 Reviews & Tests

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pioneer VSX-817

alaTest has collected and analyzed 21 user reviews of Pioneer VSX-817 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

76% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Campbell Simpson (goodgearguide.com.au)

Pioneer VSX817S

A very capable entry-level receiver

Great range of inputs, good functionality

No HDMI, difficult speaker connection, no HD format decoding

If you’re a home theatre enthusiast or have the time to read a manual, the VSX817S should be easy enough to use. It offers a large range of inputs and plenty of functionality, and is only slightly hindered by its inability to decode HD formats and lack...

May, 2008

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Expert review by : Consumer Guide (howstuffworks.com)

Pioneer VSX-817K/S Review and Prices

The Pioneer VSX-817K/S provides a great blend of power, high quality surround sound processing, ample video and audio connectivity options, all at a price that makes it a great value. Occasionally we find an A/V receiver that just makes good sense. It...

OSD, auto room calibration, plenty of power

No HDMI connection

Mar, 2008

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