It's Black Friday 2019, and there are some pretty sweet A/V deals out there. If you're looking for a budget A/V receiver with support for 4K/HDR and the latest immersive audio formats (Dolby Atmos and DTS:X) then you may want to check out Amazon's deal on the Sony STR-DH790. It's currently $198 with free shipping.
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Sony's STR-HD790 may be budget-priced, but it supports all of the latest technology: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, 4K/Ultra HD Dolby Vision pass-through and more. It even supports the new eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) for high quality audio conections from your TV's built in streaming apps or connected devices.
It's a "7.2" channel receiver rated at 145 WPC. You can configure it for standard 7.1 surround (with one or two subwoofers) or use the height channels for a 5.1.2 channel Dolby Atmos or dts:X immersive surround sound installation. The receiver even includes built in Bluetooth support so you can connect your phone, tablet or computer to the receiver for music playback. The receiver includes 4 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output with eARC support. Sony's DCAC advanced auto calibration technology is on board to get the best sound quality out of your specific listening room.
