Pioneer Home Audio VSX-834 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver, 80W Per Channel at 8 Ohms

SKU: PIVSX834 MFR: VSX834
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Key Features

  • Experience immersive home theater with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding for realistic sound.
  • Enjoy seamless connectivity with built-in Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming from devices.
  • The Pioneer VSX-834 receiver delivers 80W per channel, ensuring powerful and clear audio.
  • Upscale your video content to 4K Ultra HD for stunning visuals with enhanced detail and clarity.
  • Customize your audio with MCACC auto room tuning, optimizing sound for your unique space.
  • Easily control your home entertainment with a user-friendly GUI and included remote control.
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Pioneer Home Audio A/V Receiver Specifications

Power
  • Amplifier Design

    Direct Energy

  • Channels

    7.2

  • Power Output: Watts per Channel

    80 W/ch (20Hz-20kHz,.08%THDat 8ohm 2ch Driven)
    165 W/ch (1kHz,10%THDat 6ohm 1ch Driven)

  • Power Consumption/Network Standby off

    490 W/0.1 W

Decoders & Formats

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  • Digital Core DSP Engine

    Digital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic)

  • Audio DACs

    384 kHz/32-bit D/A Conversion with AK4438 (AKM)

  • Music File Playback

    192 kHz/24-bit ALAC, AIFF, FLAC, WAV Via USB

  • High-Definition Copy Protection (HDCP)

    2.2

  • Dolby Atmos

    Yes

  • Dolby TrueHD

    Yes

  • Dolby Digital Plus

    Yes

  • DTS:X

    Yes

  • DTS-HD Master Audio

    Yes

  • DTS Neural:X

    Yes

  • HDMI SACD Transfer

    2 Channel

Soundfield Calibration

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  • Phase Control

    Yes

  • MCACC

    Yes

  • MCACC Memory

    1

  • EQ Bands

    9-Band

  • Symmetric EQ

    Yes

  • Distance Adjustment

    0.1' (0.03m)

  • Auto Subwoofer Crossover

    Yes

Listening Modes

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  • Auto Surround

    Yes

  • Stream Direct

    Yes (Direct, Pure Direct)

  • Advanced Surround

    10+1

  • Front Stage Surround Advance

    Yes

Audio Functions

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  • Dialog Enhancement

    Yes

  • Advanced Sound Retriever

    Yes

  • Tone Control

    Multi

  • Sound Delay (Lip Sync)

    Yes

  • Bi-Amp

    Yes

Video Processing

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  • 4K Ultra HD Pass-Through

    Yes (HDR10, HLG and BT.2020 Wide Color Gamut Signal Pass-through)

  • 4K Ultra HD Video Scaler

    Ultra HD Upscaling

  • 3-D Ready

    Yes

  • Audio Return Channel

    Yes

  • HDMI Standby Through

    Yes with Input Switch / Last Memory

  • HDMI 36-bit Deep Color

    Yes

  • HDMI x.v. Color

    Yes

  • Video Converter to HDMI

    Yes

  • Super Resolution

    Yes

Connectivity

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  • HDMI Input / Output

    4 In (Rear) / 1 Out

  • Bluetooth Built-In

    Yes (Version: 4.2 + LE, Profile: A2DP 1.2/AVRCP 1.3, Codec: SBC/AAC)

  • USB Terminal

    Rear

  • Analog Audio Inputs / Output

    2 in / 0 out

  • Digital Audio Inputs / Output

    2 In (Optical 1, Coaxial 1)

  • Pre-Amp Output

    0.2 ch.

  • Headphone Output

    Yes

  • Front A/V Inputs

    USB / 3.5mm stereo mini jack

  • AM/FM Presets

    AM/FM Tuner 40 Presets

Installation

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  • On-Screen Display

    User-Friendly GUI with System Setup Menu

  • Auto Power Down

    Yes

  • FL Dimmer

    Yes

  • Remote

    Yes

  • Sleep Timer

    Yes

  • Versatile Speaker Configuration

    Speaker 7ch Out (Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back/Height, Bi-Amp/Zone B)

Construction

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  • Front Panel

    Brushed

  • Speaker Terminals

    2 large + 5 clips

General

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  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    17.13 x 5.81 x 12.62" (435.10 x 147.57 x 320.55mm)

  • Weight

    17.6 lbs (7.98kg)

About Pioneer Home Audio A/V Receiver

Where cutting-edge technology meets sleek design, the VSX-834 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver stands out with its 15% slimmer profile compared to its predecessor. This high-performance receiver is packed with user-friendly features, including a 4K indicator, Personal Preset, and Bluetooth Input buttons conveniently located on the front panel.

Engineered to deliver immersive sound, the VSX-834 supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio formats, providing a cinematic audio experience right in your living room. It also decodes Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X, offering a virtual surround sound experience even without the use of height or surround speakers.

Stay ahead of the curve with the VSX-834's support for the latest video standards such as Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision, all backed by HDCP 2.2 support. The Zone B feature allows you to enjoy music playing in the Main Zone via wireless headphones, adding a layer of flexibility to your audio setup.

The VSX-834 is compatible with a 5.2.2ch configuration of the latest theater sound platform, Dolby Atmos, enabling object-oriented sound reproduction for a realistic three-dimensional audio experience. DTS:X, the next-generation audio codec from DTS, adapts the audio to your existing channels and speaker system, delivering an immersive soundscape with incredibly rich and life-like audio.

The VSX-834 is ready for the next generation of video standards, supporting pass-through for HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), and Dolby Vision signals. All HDMI terminals support 4K (60p/4:4:4/24-bit), Wide Color Gamut (BT.2020), and HDCP 2.2, ensuring compatibility with new devices and premium content such as 4K videos with digital copy protection.

Pioneer's MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) ensures optimal acoustic environment, compensating for differences in speaker size, level, and distance. The built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology (ver. 4.2 + LE) allows you to stream songs from compatible devices, with support for SBC/AAC codecs.

The VSX-834 also features a Personal Preset function, allowing you to save your preferred settings such as volume level and listening mode. With the Dialog Enhancement feature, you can independently adjust the volume of dialogues in films for a more personalized viewing experience. The on-screen display provides detailed input and output information for the playing content, giving you complete control over your audio and video experience.

Pioneer Home Audio A/V Receiver Features

  • High-performance 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver with 80W per channel at 8 Ohms
  • Supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio formats for immersive sound experience
  • Compatible with the latest video standards including Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision
  • Features Pioneer's MCACC for optimal acoustic environment and built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology for effortless streaming
  • Provides Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X for virtual surround sound effects
  • Includes Personal Preset function and Dialog Enhancement feature for personalized audio settings and experience

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Experience immersive home theater with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding for realistic sound.
  • Enjoy seamless connectivity with built-in Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming from devices.
  • The Pioneer VSX-834 receiver delivers 80W per channel, ensuring powerful and clear audio.
  • Upscale your video content to 4K Ultra HD for stunning visuals with enhanced detail and clarity.
  • Customize your audio with MCACC auto room tuning, optimizing sound for your unique space.
  • Easily control your home entertainment with a user-friendly GUI and included remote control.

What's in the box:

  • Pioneer VSX-834 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver
  • RC-971R Remote Controller
  • 2x AAA/R03 Batteries
  • Speaker Setup Microphone
  • Indoor FM Antenna
  • AM Loop Antenna
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Pioneer 1 Year Parts & Labor Warranty