Here we are comparing Pioneer Elite SC-72 to Pioneer Elite SC-63 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. Both receivers have 7 channel amplifiers with Pioneer Elite SC-72's being more powerful.

Let us have a look at some highlights of the models.

We have evaluated both receivers. Pioneer Elite SC-72 gets higher overall score in our ranking system which is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

Amplifier score is based on power ratings, minimum impedance load, power supply, transformer type, total harmonic distortion, damping factor, signal to noise ratio and other small details. Audio score depends on the number of channels, front wide channel support, maximum channel processing, support of audio formats, DAC specifications, room calibration algorithm... Video score is based on HDR, Dolby Vision and 4K passthrough, upscaling, analog to HDMI upconversion. Connectivity score is defined from all wired and wireless inputs and outputs, internet and bluetooth connections, HEOS, SONOS and others. Multizone score depends on the number of zones with their outputs. Radio score is evaluated form digital radio support and analog tuner with its frequency range, signal to noise ratio, harmonic distortion...

Amplifier

Pioneer Elite SC-72 and Pioneer Elite SC-63 have 7 channel amplifiers. Pioneer Elite SC-72 delivers 130 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and Pioneer Elite SC-63 delivers 125 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and they both have stable performance at 4 Ω load.

Video Features

Pioneer Elite SC-72 supports 4K passthrough up to 30p and Pioneer Elite SC-63 supports 1080p passthrough. Pioneer Elite SC-72 can do 4K upscaling up to 30p and Pioneer Elite SC-63 can do 1080p upscaling.

Class D³ Amplifier

Pioneer Elite SC-72 and Pioneer Elite SC-63 amplifiers have Class D³ design. Such amplifiers contain advanced integrated circuitry technology creating unmatched power without sacrificing sound quality or performance. Class D³ amplifiers use a Direct Signal Path Design to provide the shortest audio signal path possible. By eliminating EMI filters, feedback loops, and current limiters of previous designs, Class D³ reduces ringing distortion and noise, especially in the high frequency audio band.

The power consumption of the Digital Class D³ Amplifier is significantly lower than traditional A/B amplifiers - letting you save energy and generate less heat without compromising performance. The Digital Class D³ Amplifier uses a simple structure employing a straight signal path, resulting in improved sound quality requiring less energy than competitive models yet producing more simultaneous power output. This direct signal path means no EMI filters, feedback loops or current limiting - a true engineering art. Unlike traditional designs, these amps deliver the strength to handle multiple low-impedance speakers without dramatic power loss. The efficiency of Class D³ means cooler operation while drawing just a fraction of the power consumed by conventional amplifiers, enhancing and extending component life and reliability.

Advanced Sound Retriever

Compressed music enhancement in Pioneer Elite SC-72 and Pioneer Elite SC-63 is done by Pioneer’s Advanced Sound Retriever. Hear the detail, warmth and clarity, the way the artist intended it, from all of your highly compressed MP3 and WMA files stored on USB, Smartphone and portable media players. By restoring data that tend to get lost in the digital compression process, Pioneers Advanced Sound Retriever Technology enhances audio reproduction all the way upto 20 Khz frequencies.

Connectivity

Pioneer Elite SC-72

Pioneer Elite SC-72 can be connected to internet using ethernet cable or wirelessly[y] via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately). It can also connect to bluetooth devices[y] via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately). The Receiver supports[y] AirPlay. It has 8 HDMI inputs with HDCP 2.2 copy protection. There are 9.2 channel analog pre-outs for external amplification.

Front panel has HDMI, USB and Composite Video inputs.

Pioneer Elite SC-63

Pioneer Elite SC-63 can be connected to internet using ethernet cable or wirelessly[y] via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately). It can also connect to bluetooth devices[y] via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately). The Receiver supports[y] AirPlay. It has 7 HDMI inputs with HDCP 2.2 copy protection. There are 9.2 channel analog pre-outs for external amplification.

Front panel has HDMI, USB and Composite Video inputs.