Pioneer VSX-933 vs Sony STR-DH770

      Pioneer VSX-933

      Sony STR-DH770
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDR10
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Bluetooth

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-933
      4. Advantage of Sony STR-DH770
      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 VSX-933 to Sony STR-DH770 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.


      Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770

      Pioneer VSX-933 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales 1080p to 4K video signal.

      Sony STR-DH770 was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      We evaluated Pioneer VSX-933 and Sony STR-DH770 and gave them scores of 86 and 68 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 VSX-933

      Sony STR-DH770

      Amplifier
      85
      Amplifier
      67
      Audio Features
      86
      Audio Features
      66
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      84
      Connectivity
      82
      Connectivity
      63
      Zones
      78
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      52
      OVERALL
      86
      OVERALL
      68

      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 VSX-933 and Sony STR-DH770.

      PROS

      Pioneer VSX-933

      Sony STR-DH770

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Pioneer VSX-933

      Sony STR-DH770

      •   Low Power Output - 80 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   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 360 Reality Audio
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   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 VSX-933

      Sony STR-DH770

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 90 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-933

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-933 over Sony STR-DH770.

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      Pioneer VSX-933 vs Sony STR-DH770
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Dolby Atmos vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K vs
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      AirPlay AirPlay vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 4
      USB Input 2 (1 Front) vs 1 (Front)
      More RCA Line Inputs 5 (1 front) vs 4
      Phono Input vs
      More Component Video Inputs 1 vs
      Ethernet vs
      Front A/V Inputs USB, Mini-Jack vs USB
      More Zones 2 vs 1
      More GUI Languages 7 vs 4
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM with RDS
      More Presets 40 vs 30 (30/-)
      Pandora vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      More Speaker Terminals 9 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 9 vs 7
      Bigger Power Supply 460 W vs 240 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 106 dB vs 105 dB (500 mV)

      4. Advantage of Sony STR-DH770

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-DH770 over Pioneer VSX-933.

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      Pioneer VSX-933 vs Sony STR-DH770
      Higher Power Output 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      Speaker A/B vs
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․1 + LE vs 4․2
      Longer Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labor vs 2 Years

      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 VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC D.C.A.C.
        HDR10
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Front)
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
      WEAKNESSES Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few HDMI Outputs11
        Few 8K Inputs
        No RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770

      7 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-933 features 7 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-DH770 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Channels7.27.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (6 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 VSX-933's and Sony STR-DH770's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Pioneer VSX-933: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-DH770: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Pioneer VSX-933: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-DH770: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Pioneer VSX-933: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-DH770: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Pioneer VSX-933 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Pioneer VSX-933 supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.

        DTS:X

        Pioneer VSX-933 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Pioneer VSX-933 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 VSX-933 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.
        AUDIO DECODING Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        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

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        9. HDMI

        Pioneer VSX-933 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        Sony STR-DH770 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-933: It can upscale 1080p to 4K from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer VSX-933 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
        • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Pioneer VSX-933 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Sony STR-DH770 supports HDR10 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 VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Pioneer VSX-933 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 5 pair of line inputs on Pioneer VSX-933 and 4 pair of line inputs on Sony STR-DH770 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input 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 VSX-933
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-DH770
          Inputs:           4   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Pioneer VSX-933
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-DH770
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one.
        • Pioneer VSX-933 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer VSX-933
          Inputs:           1   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-DH770
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Pioneer VSX-933: USB, Mini-Jack
        • Sony STR-DH770: USB

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        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs11
        8K Inputs
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs5 (1 front)4
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Pioneer VSX-933 and Sony STR-DH770 and gave them scores of 86 and 68 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 VSX-933

        Sony STR-DH770

        OVERALL
        86
        OVERALL
        68

        Amplifier

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 80 W
        AVERAGE
        67
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        86
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   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
        •   No 360 Reality Audio
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        GOOD
        84
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        82
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   Chromecast Built-In
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE
        AVERAGE
        63
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   4 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   No Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2

        Zones

        GOOD
        78
        •   2 Zones
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        POOR
        52
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        BrandPioneerSony
        ModelVSX-933STR-DH770
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryNorth AmericaOceania
        Release Year20182016
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-932
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-934 Sony STR-DH790
        AMPLIFIER Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Channels7.27.2
        Power Output80 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct Energy
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineDigital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic)
        DACAKM AK4458
        DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.17.1
        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
        360 Reality Audio
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHDMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
        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
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Digital Legato Linear
        In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
        OP Processing
        Sound Optimizer
        Sound Retriever Advanced
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround10 + 1
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        CALIBRATION Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. MCACC D.C.A.C.
        Calibration MicrophoneMono
        Speaker Relocation
        Automatic Phase Matching
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory1
        Reflex Optimizer
        Phase Control
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        Distance Adjustment0.1 feet
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        VIDEO FEATURES Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling 1080p to 4K
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        Music Connect
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        AirPlay AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only) iPod, iPhone
        Remote App Pioneer Remote App
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        HDMI Inputs64
        HDMI Outputs11
        8K Inputs
        USB Input2 (1 Front)1 (Front)
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs5 (1 front)4
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs0.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSB, Mini-JackUSB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Number of Zones21
        Powered Zones2
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output0
        Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 00 / 0
        MISCELLANEOUS Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        On-Screen DisplayGUI with System/Network Setup Menu Graphical User Interface (Only through HDMI)
        GUI Languages74
        AV Navigator
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationFRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT/ Bi-AMP, ZONE 2
        FL Dimmer
        Remote Controller User-Friendly Simple Remote Control
        RADIO Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
        Presets4030 (30/-)
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals97
        Large Speaker Terminals97
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 230 V, 50 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption460 W240 W
        No Sound Power55 W
        Standby Power0.15 W0.3 W
        PHYSICAL Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 173 mm x 370.5 mm
        17-1/8" x 6-13/16" x 14-9/16"        		430 mm x 156 mm x 329.4 mm
        17" x 6-1/4" x 13"
        Weight9.4 kg (20.7 lbs)7.8 kg (17 lbs. 4 oz.)
        SPECIFICATIONS Pioneer VSX-933 Sony STR-DH770
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)80 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)105 W (1% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)145 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)165 W (10% THD)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)160 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)125 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)85 W
        THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ500 mV/50 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance2 V/1 kΩ (Subwoofer)
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance8 Ω - 600 Ω
        Rated Headphone Power Output80 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
        Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)106 dB105 dB (500 mV)
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)80 dB
        S/N Ratio (digital)100 dB (20 kHz LPF)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)10 Hz - 100 kHz/+0.5 dB, -2 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)        		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․1 + LE4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalVer. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mAType A, Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.56 µV (15.0 dBf)
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        Warranty1 Year Parts & Labor2 Years

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

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