Onkyo TX-NR609 vs Onkyo TX-NR3009

      Onkyo TX-NR609

      Onkyo TX-NR3009
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Select™2 Plus Certified
      • 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 9.1 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Ultra2 Plus Certified
      • 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR609
      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR3009
      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 Onkyo TX-NR609 to Onkyo TX-NR3009 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 Onkyo TX-NR609 has 7 channel and the Onkyo TX-NR3009 has 9 channel amplifiers with Onkyo TX-NR609's being less powerful.


      Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009

      Onkyo TX-NR609 was introduced in 2011. 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 , passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

      Onkyo TX-NR3009 was introduced in 2011. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-NR609 and Onkyo TX-NR3009 and gave them scores of 75 and 83 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.

      Onkyo TX-NR609

      Onkyo TX-NR3009

      Amplifier
      89
      Amplifier
      96
      Audio Features
      71
      Audio Features
      79
      Video Features
      58
      Video Features
      60
      Connectivity
      74
      Connectivity
      87
      Zones
      77
      Zones
      90
      Radio
      91
      Radio
      93
      OVERALL
      75
      OVERALL
      83

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Onkyo TX-NR609 and Onkyo TX-NR3009.

      PROS

      Onkyo TX-NR609

      Onkyo TX-NR3009

      •   THX™ Certification
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   9.1 Channel Processing
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Independent Power Supply

      CONS

      Onkyo TX-NR609

      Onkyo TX-NR3009

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   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 Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Tidal
      •   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 Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Onkyo TX-NR609

      Onkyo TX-NR3009

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

      3. Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR609

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR609 over Onkyo TX-NR3009.

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      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-NR3009

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-NR3009 over Onkyo TX-NR609.

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      Onkyo TX-NR609 vs Onkyo TX-NR3009
      More Channels 7.2 vs 9.2
      Higher Power Output 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) vs All Channels
      THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus vs Ultra2 Plus
      PUSH-PULL Design vs
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor) vs
      Bi-amp capability vs
      More Channel Processing 7.1 vs 9.1
      DTS Neo Neo:6 vs Neo:X
      Dialog Normalization vs
      Dialogue Lift vs Screen Centered Dialog
      More Tone Control Channels Front L/R Channels vs All Channels
      More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System Audyssey 2EQ vs Audyssey MultEQ XT32
      Component Video Upscaling vs *
      Analog to Analog Video conversion vs Composite, S-Video, PC to Component
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 2 (simultaneous)
      USB Input 1 Front vs 1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 3 (1 front)
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 7 (1 front)
      Phono Input vs
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      More RCA Pre-Outs 0.2 vs 9.2
      More S-Video Inputs vs 4
      More S-Video Outputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs 2 vs 3
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB, Composite Video vs HDMI, USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio, Optical
      Speaker A/B vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      More Powered Zones 2 vs 2 and 3
      Zone 2 Outs RCA Line Out vs Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode vs
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2 (Zone2, Zone 3)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output vs 1 / 1
      Pre-Pro/Learning Remote / vs /
      Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI vs
      Activity Based Remote vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 9 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 11
      Independent Power Supply vs 4
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 100 W (0.08% THD) vs 140 W (0.05% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 125 W (0.1% THD) vs 170 W (0.1% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 175 W vs 250 W
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 160 W (1% THD) vs 200 W (1% THD)
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 3 Ω, Front) 240 W vs 320 W
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 4 Ω, Front) 210 W vs 270 W
      Higher Dynamic Power per Channel, 8 Ω, Front) 120 W vs 160 W
      Lower THD 0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power) vs 0.05% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 106 dB vs 110 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 Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
        THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus Ultra2 Plus
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey 2EQ Audyssey MultEQ XT32
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite, PC Component, Composite, S-Video, PC
        USB Input1 Front1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
        Many RCA Line Inputs67 (1 front)
        Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)5 (1 front)
        Component Video Inputs23
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ Radio via optional UP-DT1 Tuner (sold separately) HD Radio via optional UP-HT1 Tuner (sold separately)
        Pandora
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
        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 Passthroughup to 1080pup to 1080p
        No Bluetooth
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Tidal

      6. Amplifier

      Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009

      7 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR609 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-NR3009 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.
      • WRAT (Wide Range Amp Technology): Onkyo TX-NR609 and Onkyo TX-NR3009 feature Onkyo’s Wide Range Amp Technology (WRAT) circuit layout that prevents phase shifting by pushing the roll-off point higher than the listening-level frequency. Amplifying sound without phase shift creates an uncommonly well-focused and realistic audio image. If phase shift occurs and signal timing is not accurate, then neither is the resulting audio image.
      • 3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry: Onkyo TX-NR609 and Onkyo TX-NR3009 feature 3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry. Standard amplifiers employ a negative feedback (NFB) design that counters distortion by feeding back the opposite phase of the output signal into the input stage. Unfortunately, NFB is easily affected by inverse electromotive forces from the speakers, leading to an increase in circuit noise. Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry is a core Onkyo technology incorporating a low-NFB design that makes the sound more natural. Sensitive to oscillations, this circuitry requires very advanced control technology in order to be incorporated into the amplifier.

      THX™ certification

      Onkyo TX-NR609 is THX™ Select™2 Plus certified. This means that it is ideally suited for a room where the screen-to-seat viewing distance is approximately 3 to 4 meters, and the room size is approximately 56 cubic meters.

      Onkyo TX-NR3009 is THX™ Ultra2 Plus certified. This means that it brings the cinematic experience to large home theaters, 3,000 cubic feet (85 cubic meters) in size, with a viewing distance of 12 feet (4 meters) or greater from the screen.



      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Channels7.29.2
      Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) All Channels
      Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry Linear
      THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus Ultra2 Plus
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry
      PUSH-PULL Design
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Onkyo TX-NR609's and Onkyo TX-NR3009's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Configurations: Available configurations are:
      • Onkyo TX-NR609: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 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:
      • Onkyo TX-NR609: Does not support.
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009: 9.2.
      • Bi-Amp: Onkyo TX-NR3009 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

      Audyssey DSX

      Onkyo TX-NR609 and Onkyo TX-NR3009 support Audyssey DSX which allows you to augment a standard five-channel home theater with either two Front Wide or two Front High speakers. The Wide channels create an expansive soundstage and bring out convincing directional effects. Alternatively, Height channels can add a vertical dimension to movie and game soundtracks.


      AUDIO DECODING Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:X
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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      9. HDMI

      Onkyo TX-NR609 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

      Onkyo TX-NR3009 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

      • 1080/60p Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support 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.
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.


      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      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 1080pup to 1080p
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo)

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Onkyo TX-NR3009 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Onkyo TX-NR3009 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Onkyo TX-NR3009 has 9.2 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.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-NR609 and 7 pair of line inputs on Onkyo TX-NR3009 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There are also 1 pair of line outputs on the receivers.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Onkyo TX-NR609 and 3 optical inputs and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Onkyo TX-NR3009 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:
      • Onkyo TX-NR609
        Inputs:         6 (1 front)   Outputs: 1
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Onkyo TX-NR609
        Inputs:         5   Outputs: 2.
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009
        Inputs:         5   Outputs: 2.
      • S-Video:
      • Onkyo TX-NR609
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009
        Inputs:         4   Outputs: 2.
      • 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. Both receivers support up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Onkyo TX-NR609
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009
        Inputs:         3   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Onkyo TX-NR609: HDMI, USB, Composite Video
      • Onkyo TX-NR3009: HDMI, USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio, Optical

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      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs12 (simultaneous)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 Front1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs23 (1 front)
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs23
      RCA Line Inputs67 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs11
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs0.29.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)5 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs22
      S-Video Inputs4
      S-Video Outputs2
      Component Video Inputs23
      Component Video Outputs11

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Onkyo TX-NR609 and Onkyo TX-NR3009 and gave them scores of 75 and 83 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.


      Onkyo TX-NR609

      Onkyo TX-NR3009

      OVERALL
      75
      OVERALL
      83

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   Independent Power Supply

      Audio Features

      GOOD
      71
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   7.1 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
      GOOD
      79
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   9.1 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

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      GOOD
      74
      •   No eARC
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   No eARC
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet

      Zones

      GOOD
      77
      •   2 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      BrandOnkyoOnkyo
      ModelTX-NR609TX-NR3009
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryOthersUSA
      Release Year20112011
      SuccessorOnkyo TX-NR616 Onkyo TX-NR3010
      AMPLIFIER Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Channels7.29.2
      Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) All Channels
      Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry Linear
      THX™ Certification Select™2 Plus Ultra2 Plus
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry
      PUSH-PULL Design
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
      AUDIO FEATURES Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Digital Processing Crossover Network
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineAdvanced 32-Bit Processing DSP ChipAdvanced 32-Bit Processing DSP Chip
      DACBurr-BrownBurr-Brown
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing7.19.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:X
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Music Playback via USBFLAC, WAV, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, LPCM, AACFLAC, WAV, WMA, WMA Lossless, Ogg, MP3, LPCM, AAC
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 96 kHz up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBFLAC, WAV, WMA Lossless, LPCM, AACFLAC, WAV, WMA Lossless, LPCM, AAC
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for All Audio Signals
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift Screen Centered Dialog
      Tone Control Front L/R Channels All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Music Optimizer Advanced Music Optimizer
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      THX Processing Mode
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX Front Height
      Phase-Matching Bass Boost
      Direct Mode
      Pure Audio Mode
      Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional) T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey 2EQ Audyssey MultEQ XT32
      Audyssey App Support
      VIDEO FEATURES Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      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 1080pup to 1080p
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo) up to 4K/30p (Marvell Qdeo)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite, PC Component, Composite, S-Video, PC
      Component Video Upscaling *
      Analog to Analog Video conversion Composite, S-Video, PC to Component
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p1080p
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Wi-Fi via Front USB (optional UWF-1 sold separately) via Front USB (optional UWF-1 sold separately)
      Bluetooth
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod and iPhone via USB or optional UP-A1 Dock (sold separately) iPod and iPhone via front USB or optional UP-A1 Dock (sold separately)
      Remote App iPod touch/iPhone iPod touch/iPhone and Android Phones
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs12 (simultaneous)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 Front1 Front (for iPod/iPhone) and 1 Rear
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs23 (1 front)
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs23
      RCA Line Inputs67 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs11
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs0.29.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)5 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs22
      S-Video Inputs4
      S-Video Outputs2
      Component Video Inputs23
      Component Video Outputs11
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, Composite VideoHDMI, USB, Composite Video, RCA Audio, Optical
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      uport
      ZONES Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Number of Zones23
      Powered Zones 2 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsRCA Line OutComposite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output2 (Zone2, Zone 3)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      On-Screen Display Advanced "Home" GUI Advanced "Home" GUI
      ONKYO-RI System Control
      RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
      Pre-Pro/Learning Remote / /
      On Screen Remote Programming
      Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI
      Activity Based Remote
      Smart Grid-Ready
      RADIO Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
      Presets4040
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+ Radio via optional UP-DT1 Tuner (sold separately) HD Radio via optional UP-HT1 Tuner (sold separately)
      Internet Radio vTuner vTuner
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals911
      Large Speaker Terminals711
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Power SupplyAC 220-240 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Independent Power Supply4
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer Massive High Power Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption610 W11.6 A
      No Sound Power155 W
      Standby Power0.3 W0.2 W
      PHYSICAL Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 173.5 mm x 328 mm
      17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 12-15/16"      		435 mm x 198.5 mm x 463.5 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-13/16" x 18-1/4"
      Weight11.3 kg (24.9 lbs)25.0 kg (55.1 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Onkyo TX-NR609 Onkyo TX-NR3009
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.08% THD)140 W (0.05% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)160 W (0.7% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)125 W (0.1% THD)170 W (0.1% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)175 W250 W
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)160 W (1% THD)200 W (1% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)240 W320 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)210 W270 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)120 W160 W
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)0.05% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
      Damping Factor60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω
      Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5.5 V/470 Ω
      Maximum Lineout Level and Impedance2 V/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB110 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)20 Hz - 50 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (DSP bypass)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct mode)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 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)      		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component and S-Video Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      0.25 Vp-p/75 Ω (S-Video C)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component)5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB (Component)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX100BASE-TX
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      AM Frequency522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
      Warranty2 Years2 Years

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

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