Arcam AVR10 vs Pioneer VSX-524-K

      Arcam AVR10

      Pioneer VSX-524-K
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Arcam AVR10
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-524-K
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Arcam AVR10 to Pioneer VSX-524-K to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Arcam AVR10 has 7 channel and the Pioneer VSX-524-K has 5 channel and equally powerful amplifiers.


      Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K

      Arcam AVR10 was introduced in 2019. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      Pioneer VSX-524-K was introduced in 2014. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      We evaluated Arcam AVR10 and Pioneer VSX-524-K and gave them scores of 87 and 62 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Arcam AVR10

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      Amplifier
      83
      Amplifier
      71
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      62
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      66
      Connectivity
      88
      Connectivity
      48
      Zones
      70
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      86
      Radio
      59
      OVERALL
      87
      OVERALL
      62

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Arcam AVR10 and Pioneer VSX-524-K.

      PROS

      Arcam AVR10

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 5․0
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Arcam AVR10

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Zones
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Arcam AVR10

      Pioneer VSX-524-K

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   HDMI 2.0b
      •   2 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Arcam AVR10

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Arcam AVR10 over Pioneer VSX-524-K.

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      Arcam AVR10 vs Pioneer VSX-524-K
      More Channels 7.2 vs 5.1
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Bi-amp capability vs
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 5.1
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio vs
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 11.1-ch (Built-In) vs
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs
      Gapless Playback vs
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input vs 2-ch Input
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth aptX HD vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      Remote Controll App Arcam control app vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (simultaneous) vs 1
      More 8K Inputs 7 vs
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Optical Outputs 1 vs
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 4 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 3
      More RCA Line Outputs 1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 0.1
      Ethernet vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 2 / 0 vs 0 / 0
      IP Control for CI vs
      PreAmp Mode vs
      More Presets 50 vs 30
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ vs
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Pandora vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 5
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 2
      Universal Power Supply AC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch vs AC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Bigger Power Supply 1500 W vs 415 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)      		 vs 98 dB
      Longer Warranty 5 Years vs 1 Year

      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-524-K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-524-K over Arcam AVR10.

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      Arcam AVR10 vs Pioneer VSX-524-K
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLII
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Music Playback via USB vs MP3, WMA, AAC
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs AUX (3.5 mm Audio) vs USB
      Analog Tuner FM with RDS vs FM/AM

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ MCACC Auto
        USB Input for factory service1 Front
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Low Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
      4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
      4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        No Phono Input
        No Zones11

      6. Amplifier

      Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K

      7 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Arcam AVR10 features 7 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      5 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-524-K features 5 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Channels7.25.1
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Amplifier DesignClass A/BDiscrete Direct Energy
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Arcam AVR10's and Pioneer VSX-524-K's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Arcam AVR10: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Arcam AVR10: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Arcam AVR10: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: 5.1 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Arcam AVR10 is able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Arcam AVR10 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Arcam AVR10 supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
        • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Arcam AVR10 supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

        DTS:X

        Arcam AVR10 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Arcam AVR10 supports DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Virtual:X: Arcam AVR10 supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

        Auro-3D

        Arcam AVR10 supports Auro-3D.

        • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Arcam AVR10 is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

        • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
        AUDIO DECODING Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 11.1-ch (Built-In)

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        9. HDMI

        Arcam AVR10 comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        Pioneer VSX-524-K comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Arcam AVR10: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          4K/60Hz Passthrough on Pioneer VSX-524-K: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
          4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
          4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit video signal.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on Arcam AVR10 only).
        • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Arcam AVR10 is HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Arcam AVR10 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Pioneer VSX-524-K does not support HDR. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Arcam AVR10 supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.



        VIDEO FEATURES Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Analog Pre-Outs: Arcam AVR10 has 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, Arcam AVR10 has 11 channel processing but has only 7 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 7 pair of line inputs on Arcam AVR10 and 3 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-524-K for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Arcam AVR10.
        • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 2 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 4 coaxial inputs are available on Arcam AVR10 and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-524-K for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 3.5 mm (1/8") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Arcam AVR10
          Inputs:           7   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
          8K Inputs: 7.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Arcam AVR10
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Arcam AVR10: AUX (3.5 mm Audio)
        • Pioneer VSX-524-K: USB

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        TERMINALS Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDMI Inputs74
        HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)1
        8K Inputs7
        USB Input for factory service1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs41
        RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)3
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.20.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Arcam AVR10 and Pioneer VSX-524-K and gave them scores of 87 and 62 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Arcam AVR10

        Pioneer VSX-524-K

        OVERALL
        87
        OVERALL
        62

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        83
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        GOOD
        71
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   MQA Decoding
        •   DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        62
        •   Few Channels - 5.1
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.0b
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   7 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 5․0
        POOR
        48
        •   No eARC
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   No Ethernet

        Zones

        GOOD
        70
        •   No Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        BrandArcamPioneer
        SeriesHDA
        ModelAVR10VSX-524-K
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryAllUSA
        Release Year20192014
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-523-K
        SuccessorArcam AVR11 Pioneer VSX-530-K
        AMPLIFIER Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Channels7.25.1
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignClass A/BDiscrete Direct Energy
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus
        DACESS 9026PRO
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.25.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 11.1-ch (Built-In)
        MQA Decoding
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MQA
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USB
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD via USB
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        Auto Level Control2 Channel
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced (2-Channel)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control Front L/R Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode Stereo Direct, CD Direct
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround9+1 Mode DSP
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ MCACC Auto
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands5-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment0.1 Feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        VIDEO FEATURES Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.0b
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        DSC (Display Stream Compression)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p/4:2:0/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:4:4/24-bit
        4K/24p/4:2:2/36-bit
        Video Signal Upscaling
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth aptX HD
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod and iPhone via front USB
        Remote App Arcam control app
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        HDMI Inputs74
        HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)1
        8K Inputs7
        USB Input for factory service1 Front
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs21
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs41
        RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)3
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.20.1
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsAUX (3.5 mm Audio)USB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out3.5 mm (1/8")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Number of Zones11
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 00 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        On-Screen DisplayAnalog Only
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker Configuration
        DisplayLarge front-panel LCD display
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerSystem Remote Control
        RADIO Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Analog Tuner FM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets5030
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals75
        Large Speaker Terminals72
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Power SupplyAC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switchAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption1500 W415 W
        Standby Power0.5 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Dimensions (W x H x D)433 mm x 171 mm x 425 mm
        17.06" x 6.69" x 18.56"        		435 mm x 168 mm x 331..5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-5/8" x 13-1/16"
        Weight16.5 kg (36.4 lbs)8.3 kg (18 lb 5 oz)
        Weight of Package19.8 kg
        SPECIFICATIONS Arcam AVR10 Pioneer VSX-524-K
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.02% THD)80 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)85 W (0.2% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD)
        Power Output (4 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel Driven)100 W (0.2% THD)
        Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)120 W (0.2% THD)
        Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive60 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 8 Ω, 0.2% THD)
        85 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 4 Ω, 0.2% THD)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)4.5 Vrms
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance0.8 Vrms/560 Ω
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance5 Vrms/100 Ω
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)93 dB (normal)
        110 dB (stereo direct)        		98 dB
        S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))79 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)±0.2 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
        Residual noise (IHF-A Network)0.15 mV
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version5․0
        HDMI TerminalType A (19-pin)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 100 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        Warranty5 Years1 Year

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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