Used Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver

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  • Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver
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2024-06-11T02:43:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Considering Dirac, 120 Watts of Power, Pre-Outs for 11.2 channels, 8k @ 60Hz FUTURE PROOF!!

Been using this receiver for almost 5 months now (pur 1/29/2024) I held off on my review to give this receiver some use before commenting. Thus far this VSX-LX505 has been a joy, with no issues with plenty of power (120W) into my 5.1 (Polk) has given new life to a set of old speakers, granted the Polks are very efficient not needing much wattage to drive them which has been a issue for some users who have larger more power hungry speakers as the 505 at times will drop the power as the unit heats up, I have not had this issue. Using Dirac was pretty simple, I loaded up the Dirac software onto my laptop and connected to the receiver wirelessly, then using the supplied microphone which plugs into the front of the LX505 made this fairly easy, of course I have had experience setting up Audessey on my old Onkyo so maybe to someone without any experience might find this difficult. The Dirac room correction is what really makes this Receiver so special, it definitely enhances your sound experience much better than Audessey, I could hear the difference after setup, it blew me away how much better this receiver is compared to my 7.1 Onkyo 130 watts receivers, no contest. The LX505 is packed with so many goodies and apps makes this a real bargain and most importantly it is future proof with pre-outs to expand your sound field to 11 channels and will pass a 8k signal at 60hz. 120 Watts is decent for a AVR in this price range. I have two low profile ported fans running on top of my amps sucking out the hot air from the receiver case before it can build up, I suggest this especially if you are running power hungry speakers the heat is what is causing power throttling and really if you are running 11.2 120 Watts isn't that much power for inefficient speakers. I purchased the VSX-LX505 during Adorama's sale and paid less than half its normal price, I couldn't be happier and would totally recommend the VSX-LX505

Brian E.

2024-05-27T06:30:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Pioneer VSX-LX505

Great receiver. Love the IMAX Enhanced and the Dirac Live features!

Steve R.

2024-04-27T06:26:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Value for HI-FI

Sounds great, DIRAC set up was pretty simple. Slightly more complex than the Audysey microphone I used for my old Onkyo. The DIRAC correction made a big difference from uncorrected but I'm not sure how much different it was from audysey. I wish I had gone with the cheaper Onkyo NR-7100 since this receiver is way more than I need for my 5.1 setup.

MICHAEL W.

2024-03-26T07:22:04

Rated 3 out of 5

Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505

Overall, I might have been happy with this unit, but the surround back outputs never worked.

Jason J.

2024-01-24T02:49:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent product

This was exactly what I was looking for. Price was awesome also. I like how it has a full set of pre amps to upgrade down the road plus this has Dirac.

JAMES P.

2023-12-19T07:26:24

Rated 5 out of 5

Impressive Feature Set at an Unbeatable Price Point

I was in the market to replace an 8 year old receiver and didn't initially consider the Pioneer as an option. I've had a mix of Denon and Onkyo going back 20 years or so and have never veered from that path, but I am really glad I did. This unit is loaded with features and has improved the sound in my room exponentially. Was super easy to set up and took advantage of Dirac for audio correction/settings. Really happy with this purchase and highly recommend to those looking for a great set of features without breaking the bank.

DANIEL F.

2023-12-17T17:23:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Old school power

The VSX-LX505 offers high power 120wpc for listening to music as well as all the amplified channels you will need for movies.

William P.

2023-12-07T04:53:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Best AVR I have ever owned

My previous Pioneer eventually died on me after 10 years of daily use. It was also outdated as it was stuck at 1080P. I just love everything about Pioneer. Solid build, lovely, powerful surround sound and easy navigation/setup. The 505 does not disappoint. I did have to order an Umek-1, so I could calibrate with Dirac Live. No matter how many times I tried the included puck kept giving me noise/ratio errors. It also didn't matter if I used the phone or Mac app. I do advise using the computer Dirac live app and if you can use your laptop. The included puck does effortlessly work with MCACC though. Streaming music does sound nice, but cannot compete with my dedicated stereo amplifier/receiver. No AVR ever will imo. For me personally, an AVR receiver excels at surround sound and gets used as such. I hear many dish the global crossover settings that Pioneer offers but it has never been an issue for me as I program everything at 80Hz/ small. That's what works best with my speakers. Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase, as it perfectly fits into my budget and need. As to longevity, time will tell. Adorama was superfast at shipping out.

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Pioneer Home Audio VSX-LX505 Specifications

Amplification

Amplification

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  • Channels

    9

  • Amplification Type

    Direct Energy

  • 230 W/ch

    6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10 %, 1ch Driven

  • 120 W/ch

    8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, THD 0.08 %, 2ch Driven FTC

Audio Features

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  • IMAX Enhanced

    Yes

  • Dolby Atmos

    Yes (Dolby Surround Upmixer supports DTS Formats)

  • DTS:X

    Yes (DTS Neural:X Upmixer supports Dolby Formats)

  • Reflex Optimizer

    Yes

  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer

    Yes

  • Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus

    Yes

  • DTS-HD Master Audio

    Yes (DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS Express)

  • DSD Disc (SACD) Playback via HDMI

    2.8 MHz/2 ch, 5.1 ch

  • Digital Quad-Core 32-bit

    Yes (DSP (Cirrus Logic) + Aureus floating-point DSP (TI))

  • Hi-Res Audio

    192 kHz/24-bit D/A Conversion

  • eARC on HDMI Out (Main)

    Yes

  • Advanced MCACC Auto Room Tuning

    AutPhase Control Plus, Subwoofer EQ, Multi-point Standing Wave Control

  • Dirac Live Room Correction

    Yes

  • Advanced Sound Retriever (2ch)

    Yes

  • Advanced Surround Modes

    Classical, Unplugged, Entertainment Show, Drama, Advanced Game, Action, Rock/Pop, Sports, Extended Stereo, Mono Music, Front Stage Surround Advance

Video Features

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  • Support HDMI 2.1 with 8K

    VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), QFT (Quick Frame transport), DSC (Display Stream Compression), and QMS (Quick Media Switching) pass-through

  • Supports

    Yes (HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG; 8K/60p (4:2:0/10-bit), 8K/30p (4:4:4/10-bit, 4:2:2/12-bit), 4K/120p (4:4:4/10-bit, 4:2:2/12-bit), 4K60p (4:4:4/12-bit) and BT.2020 color; DeepColor (36-bit), "x.v.Color", LipSync, and HDCP 2.3)

  • Dolby Vision Compatible

    Yes

  • Ultra HD Upscaling

    4K to 8K, 1080p to 8K/4K

Home Network Features

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  • Works with Alexa

    Yes (supporting multi-room music)

  • Works with Hey Google and Chromecast

    Yes (built-in)

  • DTS Play-Fi

    Yes (with Pioneer Music Control App 3 supporting Hi-Res Audio Playback)

  • Apple AirPlay 2 with Siri Voice Control

    Yes

  • Works with SONOS

    Yes (supporting multiple Sonos Connect control and Volume Pass Through mode)

  • Amazon Music HD

    Yes (Pandora, Spotify, TIDAL, and Deezer Hi-Fi Music-Streaming Services Ready)

  • Internet Radio with TuneIn

    Yes

  • Hi-Res Audio File Playback

    Yes (via USB/Network)

  • Up to 192 kHz/24-bit

    Yes (ALAC 6, AIFF, FLAC, WAV (RIFF) and 11.2 MHz DSD)

Convenience Features

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  • Personal Preset

    Yes

  • Dialog Enhancement

    Yes

  • Dual Band (5GHz/2.4GHz) Wi-Fi Built-in

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Transmitter/Receiver (Version: 4.2, Profile: A2DP 1.2/AVRCP 1.3, Codec: SBC/aptX/aptX HD (TX), SBC/AAC(RX)) Built-in

  • Pioneer Remote App

    Ready for Multi-room Entertainment Control and Network Streaming

  • User-Friendly GUI w/System Setup Menu

    Yes

  • On-Screen Information

    Yes (for Audio, Video and Network)

  • Web Setup

    Yes

  • Auto Power Off in HDMI Standby Through

    Yes

  • AM/FM Tuner 40 Presets

    Yes

  • Sleep Timer

    Yes

  • User-Friendly Simple Remote Control

    Yes

Front Terminals

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  • HDMI 1 In

    Yes

  • USB 1 In for USB Drive

    Yes

  • MCACC/Dirac Live Setup MIC In

    Yes

  • Phones 1 Out (Gold-Plated)

    Yes

Rear Terminals

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  • HDMI 6 In

    4 Assignable

  • HDMI 2 Out

    1 for MAIN, 1 for SUB/ZONE 2

  • Ethernet

    1 In

  • USB 1 In for USB Drive

    Yes

  • AV (Component) 1 IN

    Assignable

  • AV (Composite) 2 In

    Assignable

  • Audio 1 In

    Assignable

  • Phono (MM) 1 In

    Yes

  • Digital Coaxial 1 In

    Assignable

  • Digital Optical 1 In

    Assignable

  • Speaker I/O

    Yes (Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back, Height 1, Height 2, Subwoofer x 2 Pre Out)

  • ZONE 2 Pre/Line Out/ZONE B Line Out

    Yes

  • ZONE 3/HEIGHT 2 Pre/Line Out

    Yes

  • Speaker 11 channel Out

    FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, HEIGHT 1/Bi-AMP, SURROUND BACK/ZONE 3/HEIGHT 2, ZONE 2

  • IR 1 In

    1 Out

  • 12 V Trigger

    2 Out

  • RS-232C

    Yes

  • FM/AM Antenna

    Yes

Physical

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  • Power Requirements

    AC 120 V, 60 Hz

  • Power Consumption/Standby

    850 W/0.1 W

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    17.12 x 7.28 x 15.19" (435 x 185 x 386mm)

  • Weight

    28.7 lbs (13kg)

About Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver 1776072

FEATURED REVIEWS

Considering Dirac, 120 Watts of Power, Pre-Outs for 11.2 channels, 8k @ 60Hz FUTURE PROOF!!

By Brian E.

Been using this receiver for almost 5 months now (pur 1/29/2024) I held off on my review to give this receiver some use before commenting. Thus far this VSX-LX505 has been a joy, with no issues with plenty of power (120W) into my 5.1 (Polk) has given new life to a set of old speakers, granted the Polks are very efficient not needing much wattage to drive them which has been a issue for some users who have larger more power hungry speakers as the 505 at times will drop the power as the unit ...

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Pioneer VSX-LX505

By Steve R.

Great receiver. Love the IMAX Enhanced and the Dirac Live features!

An embodiment of sleek design and powerful performance, the Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver is a centerpiece for any advanced home entertainment system. This stylish and high-quality receiver delivers an immersive audio-visual experience with its robust 120 watts per channel, ensuring that your favorite music and movies are brought to life with clarity and depth.

With the capability to process up to 11.2 channels, the VSX-LX505 is engineered for audiophiles and cinephiles alike. It seamlessly integrates IMAX Enhanced Audio and Dirac Live Room Correction, tailoring the sound to your unique space for optimal acoustic performance. Whether you're enjoying the subtle nuances of a symphony or the explosive action of a blockbuster film, the VSX-LX505 ensures that every detail is heard as intended.

The receiver's IMAX Enhanced Mode elevates your 4K HDR viewing experience, offering a window into the director's vision with digitally remastered content that showcases the pinnacle of picture and sound quality. Its HDMI 2.1 support includes 8K60 and 4K120 capabilities, along with Dynamic HDR, providing smooth and sharp playback that keeps pace with the latest cinematic advancements.

For those seeking an all-encompassing sound environment, the VSX-LX505 features E-ARC, which simplifies connectivity and supports the latest high-bitrate audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Experience lifelike, object-oriented sound with overhead height effects that transport you into the heart of the action.

The state-of-the-art Dirac Live room correction technology ensures pristine listening in any room, calibrating sound to eliminate the impact of room acoustics and unlock the full potential of your loudspeakers. Pioneer's MCACC system further refines the audio experience by adjusting sound to your specific listening area, while Auto Phase Control Plus ensures that bass is robust and high frequencies remain crystal clear.

Bi-directional Bluetooth connectivity enhances your streaming options, allowing you to send audio from your device to the receiver or transmit sound to compatible wireless headphones, perfect for private listening or gaming sessions.

With a plethora of streaming services at your fingertips, including Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi, and more, the VSX-LX505 ensures you have access to an endless selection of music and audio content. Roon Tested and ready, this receiver promises a seamless integration with your existing music library and devices, offering an effortless and high-fidelity musical experience.

For those who love to entertain, the VSX-LX505's multi-room capabilities allow you to wirelessly stream audio to different speakers throughout your home, creating a personalized audio landscape that can be controlled with ease.

Choose the Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver for a powerful, advanced, and versatile addition to your home entertainment setup, ensuring that every listening and viewing experience is nothing short of extraordinary.

Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver 1776072 Features

  • Dirac Live Room Correction
  • HDMI 2.1
  • Ultimate 4K Gaming Experience
  • 9 Channels of onboard amplification with 11.2-Channel Processing
  • 120-watts/per channel
  • Imax Enhanced
  • Powered Zone 2/Zone 3 Audio
  • Bi-directional Bluetooth with aptX HD
  • Built-in music streaming including Spotify and Tidal
  • Works with Sonos Certified
  • Immersive sound from your TV apps
  • Advanced MCACC
  • Roon Tested
  • DTS Play-Fi
  • Legacy video inputs for composite and component video sources

What's in the box:

  • Pioneer Home Audio Elite VSX-LX505 120W 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver
  • Item Note: Will not stay powered on; sold for parts only