Pioneer SC-LX904 vs Yamaha RX-A3010

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      Yamaha RX-A3010
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      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.1 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX904
      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3010
      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 Pioneer SC-LX904 to Yamaha RX-A3010 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 Pioneer SC-LX904 has 11 channel and the Yamaha RX-A3010 has 9 channel amplifiers.


      Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010

      Pioneer SC-LX904 was introduced in 2019 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 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 and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      Yamaha RX-A3010 was introduced in 2011 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900) video signal.

      We evaluated Pioneer SC-LX904 and Yamaha RX-A3010 and gave them scores of 92 and 80 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.

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      95
      Audio Features
      91
      Audio Features
      73
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      55
      Connectivity
      91
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      92
      Zones
      95
      Radio
      90
      Radio
      86
      OVERALL
      92
      OVERALL
      80

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Pioneer SC-LX904 and Yamaha RX-A3010.

      PROS

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   11.1 Channel Processing
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Bluetooth
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   4 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   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 Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Pioneer SC-LX904

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   2 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX904

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer SC-LX904 over Yamaha RX-A3010.

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      Pioneer SC-LX904 vs Yamaha RX-A3010
      More Channels 11.2 vs 9.2
      Bi-amp capability vs
      Higher DAC Specs 384 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit vs up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD vs WAV, FLAC
      Gapless Playback vs
      DTS Dialog Control [] vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) vs up to 1080p
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900)
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC vs via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2) vs 2
      USB Input 2 (1 Front) vs iPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
      Speaker A/B vs
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out vs Component, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
      PreAmp Mode vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 108 dB vs 100 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 90 dB vs 81 dB
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz vs 531 MHz - 1611 MHz

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3010

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A3010 over Pioneer SC-LX904.

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      Pioneer SC-LX904 vs Yamaha RX-A3010
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Virtual Speakers vs
      Analog to Analog Video conversion vs (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
      Component Video Maximum Resolution 480i/576i vs 1080i
      Video Parameter Adjustments vs with variable parameters
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
      More Optical Inputs 3 vs 4 (1 front)
      More Optical Outputs vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 9 (1 front)
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 2
      More S-Video Inputs vs 5 (1 front)
      More S-Video Outputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs 2 vs 4
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video
      More Zones 3 vs 4
      Zone 3 Outs RCA Pre/Line Out vs Component, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 2 / 1 vs 2 / 2
      SiriusXM vs
      Bigger Power Supply 340 W vs 490 W

      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 Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing11.211.1
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Pro YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Angle measurement)
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component****, S-Video, Composite
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
        Many HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input2 (1 Front)iPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        Many RCA Line Inputs69 (1 front)
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Component Video Inputs24
        Ethernet
        Zones34
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM with RDS
      WEAKNESSES Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 1080p
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010

      11 channel Class D3 Amplifier: Pioneer SC-LX904 features 11 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.

      9 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A3010 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Channels11.29.2
        Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Pioneer SC-LX904's and Yamaha RX-A3010's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Pioneer SC-LX904: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Pioneer SC-LX904 is able to bi-amp up to 4 and Yamaha RX-A3010 is able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Pioneer SC-LX904 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Pioneer SC-LX904 supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
        • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Pioneer SC-LX904 supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

        DTS:X

        Pioneer SC-LX904 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Pioneer SC-LX904 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: Pioneer SC-LX904 supports 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.

        IMAX Enhanced

        Pioneer SC-LX904 is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

        • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
        AUDIO DECODING Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X
        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 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Pioneer SC-LX904 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB and 1 ZONE 2.

        Yamaha RX-A3010 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Pioneer SC-LX904: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.
          1080/60p Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A3010: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer SC-LX904: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
          1080p Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A3010: It can upscale up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900) 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.
        • 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 Pioneer SC-LX904 only).
        • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Pioneer SC-LX904 is HDCP 2.3 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)

        Pioneer SC-LX904 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Yamaha RX-A3010 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.



        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900)

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Pioneer SC-LX904 and Yamaha RX-A3010 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 Yamaha RX-A3010 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer SC-LX904 and Yamaha RX-A3010 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, Yamaha RX-A3010 has 11 channel processing but has only 11 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 6 pair of line inputs on Pioneer SC-LX904 and 9 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A3010 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Yamaha RX-A3010.
        • Digital Inputs: 3 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Pioneer SC-LX904 and 4 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A3010 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:
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 2.
        • S-Video:
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          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.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010 supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer SC-LX904
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Pioneer SC-LX904: HDMI, USB
        • Yamaha RX-A3010: HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video

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        TERMINALS Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)2
        8K Inputs
        USB Input2 (1 Front)iPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs34 (1 front)
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs23
        RCA Line Inputs69 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs2
        S-Video Inputs5 (1 front)
        S-Video Outputs2
        Component Video Inputs24
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Pioneer SC-LX904 and Yamaha RX-A3010 and gave them scores of 92 and 80 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.


        Pioneer SC-LX904

        Yamaha RX-A3010

        OVERALL
        92
        OVERALL
        80

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   High Power Output - 140 W
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 150 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   Many Channels - 11.2
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        GOOD
        73
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        91
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   4 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   No eARC
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   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

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   3 Zones
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   4 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        BrandPioneerYamaha
        SeriesEliteAventage
        ModelSC-LX904RX-A3010
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryAsiaUK and Europe
        Release Year20192011
        PredecessorPioneer SC-LX901 Yamaha RX-A3000
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-LX805 Yamaha RX-A3020
        AMPLIFIER Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Channels11.29.2
        Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineDigital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) + Aureus™ Floating-Point DSP (TI)
        Surround:AI™
        DACESS ES9026PRO x 2Burr-Brown
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing11.211.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        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 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
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit up to 96 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSDWAV, FLAC
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction PQLS & PQFA
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Sound Retriever Advanced
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
        Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Straight Decoding Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        CINEMA DSP HD3
        DSP Programs23
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround10 + 1
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC Pro YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Angle measurement)
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory3
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control Multi-Point (9 points)
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        Distance Adjustment0.05 feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        YPAO Volume
        PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.3
        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/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900)
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component****, S-Video, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
        Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i1080i
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments with variable parameters
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        MusicCast
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only) iPod and iPhone via front USB, YDS-12 Dock (sold separately) or YID-W100 Wireless Dock (sold separately)
        Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2)2
        8K Inputs
        USB Input2 (1 Front)iPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs34 (1 front)
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs23
        RCA Line Inputs69 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs25 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs2
        S-Video Inputs5 (1 front)
        S-Video Outputs2
        Component Video Inputs24
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        dockport1 (for optional YDS-12, YID-W10 or YBA-10 adapter)
        adapterport
        ZONES Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Number of Zones34
        Powered Zones2 and 3Zone 2/3 (Zone 4 Optical)
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, RCA Pre/Line OutComponent, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line OutComponent, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 4 OutsComponent, Composite, Optical
        Zone B Video Output
        Zone GUI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 12 / 2
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        On-Screen DisplayAdvanced Graphical User Interface with Status
        GUI Languages9
        SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
        Web Control
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote Controller (Preset, Learning, Macro, LED Back Light)
        RADIO Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM with RDS
        Presets4040
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Solid Aluminum FrontAluminum
        ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
        A.R.T. Wedge
        Speaker Terminals1111
        Large Speaker Terminals1111
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Power SupplyAC 220-230/240 V, 50/60 HzAC 230 V, 50 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption340 W490 W
        Standby Power0.2 W0.3 W
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 185 mm x 440 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-5/16"        		435 mm x 192 mm x 467 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-3/8"
        Weight18.5 kg (40.8 lbs)19.9 kg (43.9 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Pioneer SC-LX904 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.06% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)165 W (0.9% THD)
        Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)185 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)230 W (10% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)260 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)215 W (1% THD)
        Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)230 W (0.9% THD, Front)
        Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive880 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)410 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)295 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)220 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)175 W
        THD0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W)0.04% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)
        THD (Phono)0.02% (Phono to AV OUT)
        Damping Factor150 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/82 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)60 mV
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 kΩ1.0 V/1.2 kΩ
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AV OUT)
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance150 mV/100 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)108 dB100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)90 dB81 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
        Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Front L/R Speaker Out)
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)60 dB/45 dB
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)60 dB/55 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB11.2 MHz, 5.6 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)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y and S-Video Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        0.3 Vp-p/75 Ω (S-Video C)
        Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 100 MHz, ±3 dB (Component)
        Video S/N Ratio60 dB
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mAUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 72 dB/ 70 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
        AM Frequency522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz531 MHz - 1611 MHz
        Warranty3 Years3 years

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

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