1-on-1 Comparison

Side-by-Side Comparison

Pioneer Elite SC-79

Pioneer Elite SC-68

SCORE:
84
SCORE:
84

Highlights

  • 9.2 channels
  • 9.1 channel processing
  • 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • USB DAC
  • THX Ultra2 Plus certified
  • 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • AirPlay, DLNA
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • USB and Phono inputs

Highlights

  • 9.2 channels
  • 9.1 channel processing
  • 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
  • USB DAC
  • THX Ultra2 Plus certified
  • 1080p Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
  • AirPlay, DLNA
  • Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • USB and Phono inputs

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Content

Overview

Here we are comparing Pioneer Elite SC-79 to Pioneer Elite SC-68 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 9 channel amplifiers with Pioneer Elite SC-79's being more powerful.


Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68

Pioneer Elite SC-79 was introduced in 2013 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/30Hz and upscales up to 4K/30p video signal.

Pioneer Elite SC-68 was introduced in 2012 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/30Hz and upscales up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 84 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 84 overall score out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

AMPLIFIER
98
VIDEO FEATURES
66
AUDIO FEATURES
78
CONNECTIVITY
87
MULTIZONE
95
MISCELLANEOUS
85
RADIO
85
OVERALL
84

AMPLIFIER
97
VIDEO FEATURES
63
AUDIO FEATURES
78
CONNECTIVITY
88
MULTIZONE
96
MISCELLANEOUS
86
RADIO
85
OVERALL
84

Advantage of Pioneer Elite SC-79

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer Elite SC-79 over Pioneer Elite SC-68.

Pioneer Elite SC-79 has more power per channel and higher DSD sampling rate via USB. It supports gapless playback and Spotify.

Pioneer Elite SC-79 vs Pioneer Elite SC-68
Music Playback via USB AIFF/WAV/Apple Lossless/FLAC/MP3/WMA/AAC/DSD 5.6Mhz vs WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, DSD
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs WAV/FLAC/DSD
Gapless Playback vs
Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/30p vs up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo)
HDBaseT Compatible for MAIN/HDZONE (HDMI Extension via CAT5 Cable) vs
More HDMI Inputs 9 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE) vs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone4)
Spotify vs
Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer vs
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) 150 W (0.08% THD) vs 140 W (0.08% THD)
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 200 W (1.0% THD) vs 190 W (1.0% THD)
Higher Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven) 255 W (1.0% THD) vs 250 W (1.0% THD)
Higher Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%) 850 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%) vs 810 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 2.8 MHz vs 2.8 MHz

Advantage of Pioneer Elite SC-68

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer Elite SC-68 over Pioneer Elite SC-79.

Only Pioneer Elite SC-68 supports SiriusXM. It has analog multi-channel input.

Pioneer Elite SC-79 vs Pioneer Elite SC-68
Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
Multi-Zone On-Screen Display vs (Z2 & Z3)
SiriusXM Internet Radio vs
Extension Terminal vs 5 V, 150 mA

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.

STRENGTHS
  Front Wide Channel Support
  THX™ Certification
  9.1 Channel Processing
  DSD via HDMI
  USB DAC
  Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
  New HDCP Version
  4K or 8K Video Passthrough
  Analog To HDMI Upconversion
  Ethernet
  Wi-Fi
  Bluetooth
  Many HDMI Inputs
  Many HDMI Outputs
  USB Input
  Many Optical Inputs
  Composite Video Inputs
  Component Video Inputs
  RCA Pre-Outs
  Zones
  Analog Tuner
  Pandora
WEAKNESSES
  No Dolby Atmos
  No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
  No DTS:X
  No IMAX Enhanced
  No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
  No eARC
  No HDR10
  No HDR10+
  No Dolby Vision
  No Chromecast Built-In
  Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
  Few 8K Inputs
  No Tidal

Audio Section

Amplifier

Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68

9 channel Class D3 Amplifier: Pioneer Elite SC-79 features 9 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

9 channel Class D3 Amplifier: Pioneer Elite SC-68 features 9 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

    THX Ultra2 Plus certification

    Pioneer Elite SC-79 and Pioneer Elite SC-68 are THX Ultra2 Plus certified. This means that they bring 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.

    • THX™ Certification: THX™ Certification offers optimal performance, superior quality and seamless integration. THX works with partners from the ground up, so that certified products deliver professional quality audio-visual experiences right out of the box. They only certify the very best products with uncompromised quality, performance and consistency. They ensure that THX certified devices play well with lower performing devices and components. THX listening modes make the receiver to have one speaker set up for movies, music and games. They are tested for power output, bass management, signal-to-noise ratio and feature THX Loudness Plus, Boundary Gain Compensation, Timbre Matching and RE-EQ.
    • Power Output: Power output is tested to ensure the receiver accurately plays source material at THX Reference Level in every input and mode and at every sampling rate for all possible playback combinations selected by the listener.
    • Frequency Response: THX has strict requirements for frequency response to ensure that you hear all the details in high-resolution tracks, ensures dialog in movies, and vocals in music are clear while maintaining deep, impactful bass output that doesn’t overpower the listening experience.
    • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: THX tests the signal-to-noise ratio to ensure the unit is designed to have low noise performance with very little to no audible hiss from the speakers.
    • Bass Management: THX requires an 80Hz crossover point in the setup menu to ensure proper bass management in every THX Certified AVR. This setting confirms that the subwoofer handles low frequencies, freeing up the loudspeakers to handle mids and highs.
    • THX Loudness Plus™: THX Loudness Plus™ is a volume control technology featured in THX Certified Dominus, THX Certified Ultra and THX Certified Select AV Receivers, and preamplifiers that automatically adjusts the front-to-back speaker level relationship as you turn the volume down. With THX Loudness Plus, home theater audiences can now experience the rich details of surround sound at any volume level.
    • Boundary Gain Compensation: Sitting near a wall may result in increased acoustic levels at the lower frequencies. BGC corrects the way low frequency sound is perceived when seated near a wall. This results in a more accurate bass response.
    • Timbre Matching: Your ears hear different tonal qualities in sounds coming from different directions. Timbre Matching restores the frequency balance between your front and surround speakers ensuring seamless and smooth panning between the front to back of the room.
    • RE-EQ: Many movie soundtracks are mixed in studios for playback in large cinema auditoriums with an array of speakers. When played on home systems, they may appear abrasive and edgy. Re-EQ establishes a more accurate tonal balance when enjoying movies in your home.

    Speaker Configurations

    Pioneer Elite SC-79's and Pioneer Elite SC-68's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

    • Configurations: Available configurations are:
    • Pioneer Elite SC-79: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-68: 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:
    • Pioneer Elite SC-79: 9.2.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-68: 9.2.
    • 4-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 4 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.


    • Sound Processing

      • Compressed Music Enhancer: Pioneer Elite SC-79 and Pioneer Elite SC-68 feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
      • Advanced Sound Retriever: Compressed music enhancement in Pioneer Elite SC-79 and Pioneer Elite SC-68 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.

      Room Calibration

      Pioneer Elite SC-79 and Pioneer Elite SC-68 come with Advanced MCACC room correction system.

      • MCACC: Pioneer’s exclusive Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System (MCACC) delivers an easy-to-use, automatic sound adjustment system to precision-tune your Pioneer and Pioneer Elite receivers with minimal effort. Every MCACC system comes with a microphone to measure and analyze reverb characteristics. The equalizer optimally adjusts sound parameters to fit the size and shape of your home environment while maintaining the integrity of high-resolution playback without any degradation to the quality of your music.

    Video Section

    HDMI

    Pioneer Elite SC-79 comes with 9 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for MAIN/HDZONE.

    Pioneer Elite SC-68 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for Sub/Zone4.

    • 4K/30Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/30p video signal.
    • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer Elite SC-79: It can upscale up to 4K/30p from HDMI and analog sources.
      1080p Upscaling on Pioneer Elite SC-68: It can upscale up to 1080/24p (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.
    • 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.

    Inputs and Outputs

    Audio

    • 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 Pioneer Elite SC-68 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
    • Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer Elite SC-79 and Pioneer Elite SC-68 have 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. 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, both receivers have 9 channel processing but have only 9 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
    • XLR Inputs: There is one pair of XLR inputs on both receivers. If your CD player, Blu-Ray player or other source have XLR outputs you can connect them to the receiver's XLR Inputs for higher quality balanced connection.
    • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs. There are also 1 pair of line outputs on the receivers.
    • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 1 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
    • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

    Video

    • HDMI:
    • Pioneer Elite SC-79
      Inputs:
      9 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
      8K Inputs: 0.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-68
      Inputs:
      8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone4)
      8K Inputs: 0.
    • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-79
      Inputs:
      5   Outputs: 2.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-68
      Inputs:
      5   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 (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-79
      Inputs:
      3   Outputs: 1.
    • Pioneer Elite SC-68
      Inputs:
      3   Outputs: 1.

    Front A/V Inputs

    • Pioneer Elite SC-79: HDMI, USB, Composite Video
    • Pioneer Elite SC-68: HDMI, USB, Composite Video

    Pioneer Elite SC-79

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    Pioneer Elite SC-68

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    Specifications

    And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.

    BASICS Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    BrandPioneerPioneer
    SeriesEliteElite
    ModelSC-79SC-68
    TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
    CountryUSAUSA
    Release Year20132012
    AMPLIFIER Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Channels9.29.2
    Front Wide Channel Support
    AmplifierClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)Class D3
    THX™ Certification Ultra2 Plus Ultra2 Plus
    Continuous 6 Ω Rated
    Certified 4 Ω Performance
    Bi-amp Capability Front, Center, Surround, SP-BFront / Center / Surround / B-Speaker
    AUDIO Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments AureusTI Aureus x 2
    DACESS SABRE32 Ultra
    DAC Specs192 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/32 Bit
    Maximum Channel Processing9.19.1
    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
    DTS:X
    DTS Neural:X
    DTS Virtual:X
    DTS Neo Neo:X 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 USBAIFF/WAV/Apple Lossless/FLAC/MP3/WMA/AAC/DSD 5.6MhzWAV, MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, DSD
    High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
    High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDWAV/FLAC/DSD
    Gapless Playback
    DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
    DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
    DSD to PCM Converter
    USB DAC 192kHz/32-bit (Rear Panel B-Type)
    Jitter Reduction plus PQLS (HDMI Bitstream/ Multi) plus PQLS (HDMI Bitstream/ Multi)
    Auto Level ControlMulti-ChannelMulti-Channel
    Dialog Enhancement
    Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement via Dialog Enhancement
    Sound Retriever Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC) Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC)
    Sound Retriever AIR
    Digital Noise Reduction
    Tone Control All Channels All Channels
    Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever Advanced Sound Retriever
    High-resolution Music Enhancer Hi-bit32 Audio Processing Hi-bit32 (96 kHz) Audio Processing
    Digital Filter Slow Mode 192 kHz
    Audyssey Dynamic EQ
    Audyssey Dynamic Volume
    Audyssey LFC
    Audyssey Sub EQ HT
    Audyssey DSX
    Direct Mode
    Pure Direct Mode
    Auto Surround
    Optimum Surround
    Advanced Surround15 + Headphone Surround15 + Headphone Surround
    Wide Surround
    Front Stage Surround Advance (Focus/Wide) (Focus/Wide)
    Headphone Surround
    Virtual SpeakersSurround Back / Height / Depth / Wide
    Virtual Depth
    Independent Subwoofer Outputs
    CALIBRATION Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Advanced MCACC Advanced MCACC
    Manual MCACC
    MCACC Memory66
    Full Band Phase Control
    Standing Wave Control
    EQ Bands9 (Advanced)9
    Symmetric EQ
    X-Curve
    Distance Adjustment1/2 Inch1/2 Inch
    Precision Distance
    Polarity Check
    Auto Subwoofer Crossover
    VIDEO Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Enhanced ARC
    HDCP Version2.22.2
    HDR10
    HDR10+
    Dynamic HDR
    Dolby Vision
    HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
    BT.2020 color space
    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/30pup to 4K/30p
    Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/30p up to 1080/24p (Marvell Qdeo)
    Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite Component****, Composite
    Component Video Upscaling
    Analog to Analog Video conversion
    Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p (1125p)1080p (1125p)
    Stream Smoother
    Pure Cinema
    Video Parameter AdjustmentsAdvanced Video Adjust - HD Sources Progressive Motion - YNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black levelAdvanced Video Adjust - HD Sources Progressive Motion - YNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black level
    Triple HD Noise Reduction
    Super Resolution
    isf Certified Calibration Control
    CONNECTIVITY Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    MHL InputAndroid MHL 3D/Full-HD/Charge Front
    DLNA 1.5
    FireConnect
    FlareConnect
    Chromecast Built-In
    DTS Play-Fi
    Works with Amazon Alexa
    Works with SONOS
    AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay
    Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad via front USBiPod/iPhone/iPad
    Remote App iControlAV2013 (for iOS and Android)iControlAV2012(iPad, iPhone, Android)
    InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
    Ethernet
    Ethernet Switch
    Wi-Fi via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately) via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately)
    Bluetooth via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately) via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
    HDBaseT Compatible for MAIN/HDZONE (HDMI Extension via CAT5 Cable)
    HDMI Inputs9 (1 front)8 (1 front)
    HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone4)
    8K Inputs
    USB Input1 Front1 Front
    USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
    RCA Line Input55
    RCA Line Output11
    XLR Line Inputs
    Phono Input
    Optical Inputs22
    Optical Outputs11
    Coaxial Inputs22
    Composite Video Input5 (1 front)5 (1 front)
    Composite Video Output22
    S-Video Input
    S-Video Output
    Component Video Input33
    Component Video Output11
    PC In
    Multi-Channel Input 7.1
    RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
    XLR Pre-outs
    Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, Composite VideoHDMI, USB, Composite Video
    Speaker A/B
    Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
    ZONES Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Zones44
    Powered Zones 2 and 3 2 and 3
    Zone 2 OutsComponent Video, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out + SubwooferComponent Video, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out + Subwoofer
    Zone 3 OutsComposite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out + SubwooferComposite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out + Sub
    Zone 4 OutsHDMIHDMI
    RS-232C Interface
    +12V Trigger Output2 (Main, Zone2, Zone 3, HDZone)2 (Main, Zone2, Zone 3, Zone 4)
    Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 12 / 1
    MISC Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    On-Screen DisplayGraphical User Interface (GUI) with Album Artwork (HDMI only)GUI with Album Art
    Multi-Zone On-Screen Display (Z2 & Z3)
    HDMI Speaker B Link
    AVNavigator Built-in
    PC Set-UpWith Remote MaintenanceWith Remote Maintenance
    IP Control for CI
    PreAmp Mode (Front Off, Front & Center Off)
    Versatile Speaker Configuration10 Mode (Bi-Amp / Zone 2 / B-Speaker / Surround Back / Front Height / Dront Width
    FL Dimmer
    Function Rename
    Remote ControllerLearning Remote Control (Lumius)Learning
    Detachable Power Cord
    adapterport
    RADIO Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
    Presets6363
    Digital Radio
    Internet Radio vTuner vTuner
    Pandora
    Spotify
    Tidal
    Deezer
    Napster
    SiriusXM Internet Radio
    CONSTRUCTION Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    ChassisInsulated Dual ChassisInsulated Dual Chassis
    Front PanelAluminum (Hairline)Aluminum (Hairline)
    Solid Aluminum Front
    Advanced Direct ConstructionAdvanced Direct ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
    Speaker Terminals1111
    Large Speaker Terminals1111
    Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
    Ceramic Speaker Terminals
    3D Space Frame Construction
    Gold plated RCA terminals
    POWER Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
    Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
    Transformer Stabilizer
    Power Consumption370 W370 W
    Standby Power0.1 W0.1 W
    GENERAL Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
    Auto Power Standby
    Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm
    17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-3/8"
    435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm
    17-1/8" x 7-1/4" x 17-3/8"
    Weight17.6 kg (38.8 lbs)17.8 kg (39.2 lbs)
    Warranty2 Years Parts & Labor2 Years
    SPECS Pioneer Elite SC-79 Pioneer Elite SC-68
    Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2150 W (0.08% THD)140 W (0.08% THD)
    Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2200 W (1.0% THD)190 W (1.0% THD)
    Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2255 W (1.0% THD)250 W (1.0% THD)
    Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)850 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)810 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
    THD0.04% (1 kHz, 130 W + 130 W, 8 Ω)0.04% (1 kHz, 130 W + 130 W, 8 Ω)
    Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)400 mV/47 kΩ (Line)400 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
    Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)5 mV/47 kΩ5 mV/47 kΩ
    Rated Lineout Level and Impedance400 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)400 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
    S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)103 dB103 dB
    DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
    DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
    USB DAC TerminalUSB2.0 (Type B)USB2.0 (Type B)
    Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance1 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 Y)
    0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
    1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
    Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
    HDMI Terminal19-pin (not DVI)19-pin (not DVI)
    HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA5 V, 55 mA
    HDMI Input/MHL Terminal5 V, 900 mA5 V, 1 A
    USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 2.1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 2.1 A
    adapterport Terminal5 V, 100 mA5 V, 100 mA
    Extension Terminal 5 V, 150 mA
    FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108 MHz87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
    AM Frequency530 kHz - 1700 kHz530 kHz - 1700 kHz

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

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