NAD T 778 vs Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      NAD T 778

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K
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      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 1% THD, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of NAD T 778
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-1130-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 NAD T 778 to Pioneer VSX-1130-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 NAD T 778 has 9 channel and the Pioneer VSX-1130-K has 7 channel amplifiers.


      NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      NAD T 778 was introduced in 2020 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1% THD, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K was introduced in 2015. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K video signal.

      We evaluated NAD T 778 and Pioneer VSX-1130-K and gave them scores of 89 and 76 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.

      NAD T 778

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      Amplifier
      93
      Amplifier
      77
      Audio Features
      87
      Audio Features
      81
      Video Features
      94
      Video Features
      71
      Connectivity
      87
      Connectivity
      80
      Zones
      84
      Zones
      66
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      85
      OVERALL
      89
      OVERALL
      76

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of NAD T 778 and Pioneer VSX-1130-K.

      PROS

      NAD T 778

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   BluOS
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify

      CONS

      NAD T 778

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   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
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR


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

      AVERAGE

      NAD T 778

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of NAD T 778

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose NAD T 778 over Pioneer VSX-1130-K.

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      NAD T 778
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      NAD T 778 vs Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      More Channels 9.2 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 1% THD, 2 channel driven) vs 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 7.1
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, FLAC, ALAC, WMA-L, MQA, WAV, AIFF vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      USB Input 2 vs 1 Front
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 0.2
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Powered Zones 2 vs HDMI
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 3 vs
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 3 vs 1 / 1
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Universal Power Supply AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz vs AC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Bigger Power Supply 700 W vs 550 W
      Longer Warranty 2 Years vs 1 Year Parts & Labor
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      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-1130-K over NAD T 778.

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      NAD T 778 vs Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      Dolby Pro Logic vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB vs 2-ch Input
      Video Signal Upscaling vs up to 4K
      Wi-Fi via dongle vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 (1 front) vs 7 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (simultaneous) vs 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
      More RCA Line Inputs 2 vs 3
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Component Video Inputs vs 1
      Speaker A/B vs
      Analog Tuner vs FM/AM
      Pandora vs
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) Amplifier Section: 100 dB (ref. rated power at 8 Ω, A-WTD)
      Preamplifier Section: 100dB (ref. 2V, A-WTD)      		 vs 101 dB

      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 NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ MCACC Pro
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Wi-Fi via dongle
        Bluetooth via USB micro adapter
        USB Input21 Front
        Ethernet
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
      4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
      4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
        Few 8K Inputs
        Few RCA Line Inputs23
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      9 channel Hybrid Digital Amplifier: NAD T 778 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1% THD, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-1130-K features 7 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).
      • Toroidal Transformer: NAD T 778 has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.


      AMPLIFIER NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Channels9.27.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1% THD, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignHybrid Digital Amplifier TechnologyDiscrete Direct Energy
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability Front

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      NAD T 778's and Pioneer VSX-1130-K's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • NAD T 778: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • NAD T 778: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K: Not supported.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • NAD T 778: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
      • NAD T 778: Does not support.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K: 7.2.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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

      NAD T 778 and Pioneer VSX-1130-K support Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: NAD T 778 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.

      DTS:X

      NAD T 778 supports DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: NAD T 778 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 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.
      AUDIO DECODING NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD with Loudness Management
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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      9. HDMI

      NAD T 778 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 for MAIN and 1 for MAIN/HDZONE.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-1130-K: It can upscale up to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer VSX-1130-K supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
      • 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 NAD T 778 only).
      • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are 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)

      NAD T 778 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Pioneer VSX-1130-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)

      NAD T 778 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 NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      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 (4:4:4 24-bit)
      4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
      4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on NAD T 778 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: NAD T 778 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, NAD T 778 has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
      • Analog Line Inputs: There are 2 pair of line inputs on NAD T 778 and 3 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-1130-K for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on NAD T 778 and 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer VSX-1130-K for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • NAD T 778
        Inputs:         6 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K
        Inputs:         7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • NAD T 778
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K supports up to 1080p (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
      • NAD T 778
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K
        Inputs:         1   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • NAD T 778: HDMI, USB
      • Pioneer VSX-1130-K: HDMI, USB

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      TERMINALS NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)7 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input21 Front
      Optical Inputs21
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs23
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.20.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs1
      Component Video Outputs

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated NAD T 778 and Pioneer VSX-1130-K and gave them scores of 89 and 76 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.


      NAD T 778

      Pioneer VSX-1130-K

      OVERALL
      89
      OVERALL
      76

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      GOOD
      77
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      GOOD
      81
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   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
      94
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      GOOD
      71
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   BluOS
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      GOOD
      80
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

      Zones

      GOOD
      84
      •   2 Zones
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   2 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      82
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      BrandNADPioneer
      ModelT 778VSX-1130-K
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryAllUSA
      Release Year20202015
      PredecessorPioneer VSX-1124-K
      SuccessorPioneer VSX-1131
      AMPLIFIER NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Channels9.27.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1% THD, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignHybrid Digital Amplifier TechnologyDiscrete Direct Energy
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability Front
      AUDIO FEATURES NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus DSP
      DACSABRE Premier (ES9006S)
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.27.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD with Loudness Management
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4
      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
      MQA Decoding
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, FLAC, ALAC, WMA-L, MQA, WAV, AIFF
      Music Playback via USBMP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, FLAC, ALAC, WMA-L, MQA, WAV, AIFFMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, AIFFApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction
      Auto Level ControlMulti-Channel
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Sound Retriever Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC)
      Sound Retriever AIR
      Digital noise Reduction
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
      High-resolution Music Enhancer Hi-bit24 Audio Processing
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Auto Surround
      Optimum Surround
      Advanced Surround10 + 1 Mode
      Wide Surround
      Front Stage Surround Advance
      Headphone Surround
      Virtual Speakers (Surround Back/Height/Wide)
      Virtual Depth
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Dirac Live™ MCACC Pro
      Manual MCACC
      MCACC Memory6
      Reflex Optimizer
      Auto Phase Control Plus
      Full Band Phase Control
      Standing Wave Control
      EQ Bands9-Band
      Symmetric EQ
      X-Curve
      Distance Adjustment1/2 Inch
      Precision Distance
      Polarity Check
      Auto Subwoofer Crossover
      VIDEO FEATURES NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      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 (4:4:4 24-bit)
      4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
      4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p (1125p)
      Stream Smoother
      Pure Cinema
      Video Parameter Adjustments
      Triple HD noise Reduction
      Super Resolution
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Wi-Fi via dongle
      Bluetooth via USB micro adapter
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      BluOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input 1 Rear (Version 2.0)
      DLNA 1.5
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod and iPhone via front USB
      Remote App free BluOS controller app for iOS and Android devices iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)7 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous)2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input21 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs21
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs23
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs11.20.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs1
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      adapterport
      ZONES NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Number of Zones22
      Powered Zones 2HDMI
      Zone 2 OutsPre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output3
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 31 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      On-Screen DisplayIcon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
      Multi-Zone On-Screen Display HDZone
      AV Navigator Built-in
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/ Front Wide/ Front Bi-Amp/ Speaker B/ Top Middle/ HDZone
      DisplayLCD touch panel
      FL Dimmer
      Function Rename
      Remote ControllerHTR 8Learning Remote Control (Lumius)
      RADIO NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Presets63
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn, iHeartRadio, Calm Radio, Radio Paradise, Slacker Radio vTuner
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Front PanelBrushed
      Solid Aluminum Front
      ConstructionModular Design
      Speaker Terminals99
      Large Speaker Terminals99
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      3D Space Frame Construction
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Power SupplyAC 100-240 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
      Transformer Stabilizer
      Power Consumption700 W550 W
      Standby Power0.5 W0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 140 mm x 430 mm
      17-3/16" x 5-9/16" x 16-15/16"      		435 mm x 168 mm x 363 mm
      17-3/16" x 6-5/8" x 14-5/16"
      Weight12.1 kg (26.7 lbs)9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz)
      Weight of Package15.5 kg (34.2 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS NAD T 778 Pioneer VSX-1130-K
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)165 W (1% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)170 W (1% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive9 x 85 W (19.3dBW) (20 Hz - 20 kHz, all channels driven, 4 Ω and 8 Ω)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)280 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)165 W
      THD0.08% (20 Hz-20 kHz, rated power)
      0.03% (20 Hz-20 kHz, 1/3 power)
      Damping Factor300 (20 Hz - 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)Amplifier Section: 1.12 V (ref. 8 Ω, VOL at 0 dB for 85 W)
      Preamplifier Section: 245 mVrms (ref. 2V)      		315 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)6.2 mVrms (2V output)
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)90 mVrms (1 kHz)
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance4.5 Vrms
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)Amplifier Section: 100 dB (ref. rated power at 8 Ω, A-WTD)
      Preamplifier Section: 100dB (ref. 2V, A-WTD)      		101 dB
      S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))Amplifier Section: 85 dB (ref. 1W at 8 Ω, A-WTD)
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB (2Vrms, A-WTD)
      Frequency Response (Analog In)Amplifier Section: ±0.3 dB/-0.8 dB (ref. 1kHz, 20 Hz - 20 kHz)
      Preamplifier Section: ±0.5dB (ref. 20 Hz - 20 kHz)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal FrequencyDual band 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
      Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      HDMI Terminal19-pin (not DVI)
      HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
      HDMI Input/MHL Terminal5 V, 900 mA
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1700 kHz
      Warranty2 Years1 Year Parts & Labor

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

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