Pioneer VSX-1124-K

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    Highlights

    • 7.2 Channels
    • 7.1 Channel Processing
    • 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
    • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
    • Bluetooth, Ethernet

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    1. Overview

    Pioneer VSX-1124-K was introduced in 2014. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

    We evaluated the a/v receiver and gave 76 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
    75
    Audio Features
    75
    Video Features
    73
    Connectivity
    75
    Zones
    88
    Radio
    85
    OVERALL
    76

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

    2. Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Pioneer VSX-1124-K.

    PROs

    •   Front Wide Channel Support
    •   DSD via HDMI
    •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
    •   Bluetooth
    •   7 HDMI Inputs
    •   USB Input
    •   RCA Pre-Outs
    •   Composite Video Inputs
    •   Component Video Inputs
    •   Ethernet
    •   3 Zones
    •   Analog Tuner
    •   Pandora
    •   Spotify

    CONs

    •   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
    •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
    •   0 8K Input
    •   Few RCA Line Inputs
    •   No Phono Input
    •   No Digital Radio
    •   No Tidal

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

    AVERAGE

    •   7.2 Channels
    •   Power Output - 90 W
    •   7.1 Channel Processing
    •   Wi-Fi
    •   3 HDMI Outputs

    3. Pioneer 2014 Lineup

    In 2014 Pioneer released 11 new receivers. Here is the lineup:

    Pioneer 2014 Lineup
    ModelChannelsPowerMax. Ch. Proc.Pre OutsImmersive AudioZones Price
    SC-89 Image cannot be found 9.2140 W9.211.2Dolby Atmos4
    SC-87 Image cannot be found 9.2140 W9.211.2Dolby Atmos4
    SC-85 Image cannot be found 9.2135 W9.211.2Dolby Atmos4
    SC-82 Image cannot be found 7.2130 W7.19.24
    SC-81 Image cannot be found 7.2120 W7.12.23
    VSX-80 Image cannot be found 7.290 W7.12.23
    VSX-44 Image cannot be found 7.280 W7.12
    VSX-1124-K Image cannot be found 7.290 W7.12.23
    VSX-1024-K Image cannot be found 7.280 W7.12
    VSX-824-K Image cannot be found 5.280 W5.11
    VSX-524-K Image cannot be found 5.180 W5.11

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Pioneer SC-89 vs SC-87 vs SC-85 vs SC-82 vs SC-81 vs VSX-80.

    4. Changes from the VSX-1123-K

    Pioneer VSX-1124-K has replaced VSX-1123-K. Here we present differences between these two models.

    UPGRADES Pioneer VSX-1124-K vs Pioneer VSX-1123-K
    DSD to PCM Converter vs
    Video Signal Passthrough up to 4K/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
    4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
    4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
    vs up to 4K/30p
    Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo) vs up to 4K/30p
    Stream Smoother vs
    More Powered Zones 2 and HDZone vs 2
    Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 101 dB vs 100 dB
    DOWNGRADES Pioneer VSX-1124-K vs Pioneer VSX-1123-K
    Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component****, Composite
    Less HDMI Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
    Less RCA Line Inputs 3 vs 4
    Less Composite Video Inputs 2 vs 4 (1 front)
    Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Composite Video
    Zone 2 Outs RCA Pre/Line Out vs Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Pioneer VSX-1124-K vs VSX-1123-K.

    5. Amplifier

    7 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier

    Pioneer VSX-1124-K features 7 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).

      AMPLIFIER
      Channels7.2
      Power Output90 W (8 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 Front Channel

      6. Speaker Configurations

      Pioneer VSX-1124-K's 7 channel amplifier can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Configurations: Available configurations are:
      • 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: Pioneer VSX-1124-K supports front wide channels. 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 - 7.2.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Pioneer VSX-1124-K allows you 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.

      7. HDMI

      Pioneer VSX-1124-K features 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs: 1 for MAIN and 1 for MAIN/HDZONE.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
        4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
        4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit) video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling: Pioneer VSX-1124-K can upscale up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo) from HDMI sources.
      • 3D Ready: Pioneer VSX-1124-K is able to pass 3D video through HDMI.


      VIDEO FEATURES
      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 (4:4:4 24-bit)
      4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
      4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo)

      8. Room Calibration

      Pioneer VSX-1124-K comes with Advanced MCACC room correction system and includes the calibration microphone.

      • 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.

      9. Multi-zone Playback

      Pioneer VSX-1124-K offers multi-zone playback which allows you to play different input sources in 3 different rooms.


      Zone 2

      • Powered Zone 2: You can use the unit's 2 amplifier channels by connecting Zone 2 speakers directly to the speaker terminals. The remaining 5 channels will be left for main zone amplification.
      • Audio Pre/Line Output: If you have a dedicated amplifier for Zone 2 you can connect it to the a/v receiver via pre/line outs and use "pre out" option to control volume from the a/v receiver or use "line out" option - send fixed signal and then control volume on the Zone 2 amplifier.

      Zone 3

        ZONES
        Number of Zones3
        Powered Zones2 and HDZone
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsHDMI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1

        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Analog Pre-Outs: Pioneer VSX-1124-K has 2.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the a/v receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the a/v receiver to power the rest.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 line inputs for analog audio connection.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connection.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Inputs: 7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
          8K Inputs: 0
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • 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-1124-K supports up to 1080p (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Inputs: 1   Outputs: 0

        Front A/V Inputs

        • HDMI, USB
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        TERMINALS
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front
        USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Optical Inputs1
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs1
        RCA Line Inputs3
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs

        11. Replaced by VSX-1130-K

        In 2015 Pioneer VSX-1124-K was replaced by Pioneer VSX-1130-K. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Pioneer VSX-1124-K and its successor.

        UPGRADES Pioneer VSX-1130-K vs Pioneer VSX-1124-K
        Higher Power Output 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Dolby Atmos vs
        More Tone Control Channels All Channels vs Front L/R Channels
        More Advanced Auto Speaker Calibration System MCACC Pro vs Advanced MCACC
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite vs
        Super Resolution vs
        Wi-Fi vs via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately)
        Bluetooth vs via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
        Multi-Zone On-Screen Display HDZone vs
        Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 100 W (0.08% THD) vs 90 W (0.08% THD)
        Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz vs 2.8 MHz
        DOWNGRADES Pioneer VSX-1130-K vs Pioneer VSX-1124-K
        Dolby Digital EX vs
        Surround EX vs
        DTS Neo Neo:6 vs Neo:X
        Dialogue Lift vs via Dialog Enhancement
        Wide Surround vs
        Virtual Depth vs
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K vs up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo)
        Stream Smoother vs
        Pure Cinema vs
        Triple HD Noise Reduction vs
        USB DC Out Port vs 1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Less RCA Pre-Outs 0.2 vs 2.2
        adapterport vs
        Less Zones 2 vs 3
        Less Powered Zones HDMI vs 2 and HDZone
        On-Screen Display Icon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) vs Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Album Artwork (HDMI only)

        For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Pioneer VSX-1124-K vs VSX-1130-K.

        12. Evaluation

        We evaluate Pioneer VSX-1124-K and give score of 76 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 6 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.


        OVERALL
        76

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        75

        We give Pioneer VSX-1124-K a score of 75 for Amplifier features.

        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W

        Audio Features

        GOOD
        75

        We give Pioneer VSX-1124-K a score of 75 for Audio Features features.

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

        Video Features

        GOOD
        73

        We give Pioneer VSX-1124-K a score of 73 for Video Features features.

        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        75

        We give Pioneer VSX-1124-K a score of 75 for Connectivity features.

        •   No eARC
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        EXCELLENT
        88

        We give Pioneer VSX-1124-K a score of 88 for Zones features.

        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        85

        We give Pioneer VSX-1124-K a score of 85 for Radio features.

        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        13. Specifications

        GENERAL
        BrandPioneer
        ModelVSX-1124-K
        TypeA/V Receiver
        CountryUSA
        Release Year2014
        PredecessorPioneer VSX-1123-K
        SuccessorPioneer VSX-1130-K
        AMPLIFIER
        Channels7.2
        Power Output90 W (8 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 Front Channel
        AUDIO FEATURES
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus
        DACESS SABRE Premier
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing7.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD with Loudness Management
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:X
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction plus PQLS (Bitstream)
        Auto Level ControlMulti-Channel
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement
        Sound Retriever Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control Front L/R Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer Hi-bit24 Audio Processing
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround11 + 1
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual SpeakersSurround Back / Height / Depth / Wide
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Advanced MCACC
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory6
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands9-Band
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment1/2 inch
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        VIDEO FEATURES
        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 (4:4:4 24-bit)
        4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
        4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo)
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p (1125p)
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter AdjustmentsYNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black Level
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY
        Wi-Fi via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately)
        Bluetooth via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input 1 Rear (Version 2.0)
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod and iPhone via front USB
        Remote App iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS
        HDMI Inputs7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 Front
        USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Optical Inputs1
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs1
        RCA Line Inputs3
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs1
        Component Video Outputs
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        adapterport
        ZONES
        Number of Zones3
        Powered Zones2 and HDZone
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsHDMI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS
        On-Screen DisplayGraphical User Interface (GUI) with Album Artwork (HDMI only)
        Multi-Zone On-Screen Display
        AV Navigator Built-in
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/ Front Height/ Front Wide/ Front Bi-Amp/ Zone 2/ B-Speaker
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerLearning Remote Control
        RADIO
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
        Presets63
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals9
        Large Speaker Terminals9
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption550 W
        Standby Power0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        PHYSICAL
        Dimensions (W x H x D)435 mm x 168 mm x 363 mm
        17-3/16" x 6-5/8" x 14-5/16"
        Weight9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz)
        SPECIFICATIONS
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)90 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)165 W (1% THD)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)315 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)101 dB
        S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))81 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 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)
        Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        HDMI Terminal19-pin (not DVI)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 100 mA
        HDMI Input/MHL Terminal5 V, 900 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
        AM Frequency530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        Warranty1 Year

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

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