Onkyo Tx-8150
network receiver
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7 reviews
a good device, the purchase price is okay
Recommended
Pro
- Commissioning and operation without problems
- Technically good construction and function
- Visually well designed, limited to the essentials
- good workmanship
- Fits perfectly with high-quality loudspeaker system (MB Quart)
Contra
- No defects detectable so far
This review was created for a different variant: Tx-8150 (network receiver)
Powerful network stereo amplifier
Very detailed sound. Enough to power up the Klipsh R-28f. Good networking options, DLNA / Spotify / Airplay / BT work as expected.
The unit is quite big and looks not that modern. To big remote control with unnecessary set of buttons. The app Onkyo Remote 3 looks old.
The main drawback to me is the Bluetooth lag. When you connect your computer via Bluetooth to play videos they have 1-2 sec lag with the sound. Onkyo claims it cannot be fixed. My cheap BT receiver has no such issues. Shame on you OnkyoPro
- Power
- Sound quality and detailed scene
- Many networking capabilities
Contra
- Remote controller is unnecessarily big
- Bluetooth lag when playing movies
Very versatile, good device with a good price/performance ratio. Recommendable
Beautiful and, above all, very versatile device. It not only allows the usual FM reception, but also DAB+, even internet radio is preconfigured and works straight away. It can be operated via wired LAN as well as via WLAN. It has many connections, even a phono connection (MM) is available.
Contrary to other reports on the Internet, the APP (Android) works without problems. This makes it easier to select music than via the built-in display.
All in all, a great device with good sound quality that includes everything, such as a 2x135 watt amplifier and a receiver that can hardly be surpassed in versatility.
One point deduction:
Some of the controls take some getting used to.
Hybrid (network) standby requires a lot of energy (approx. 20 kWh per year, according to the technical data). Without it, the network must first be reconnected and configured for a long time when the unit is switched on again. This takes about 80 seconds. In addition, an Internet radio station always sounds first. I have not succeeded in having my home media server dialled instead. This only works when the hybrid standby is switched on. It would be nice if the home media server could be stored under "My Favourites" (I also did not succeed).
I was also unable to play playlists from the unit.
There seems to be room for improvement in the software.Pro
- Receiver and good amplifier in one unit
- Phono connection
- IR operation can be combined with other ONKYO devices (e.g. CD player)
- Versatility
Contra
- Software still has potential for improvement
- Level matching for different sources is not completely sufficient and not available everywhere
- Operation partly takes some getting used to
- Naming the inputs takes some getting used to for a hi-fi stereo unit
- No Swiss 2-pin mains plug on the permanently mounted connection cable
This review was created for a different variant: Tx-8150 (network receiver)
A recommendation....
The receiver is easy to set up and works perfectly with a NAS.
Several connection options are available. What is missing here are separate connections for DAB and FM antennas.
DAB+ performs a quick scan and fully meets my expectations.
Contrary to other reviews in Google Play, the app works perfectly (Galaxy 6 and Tab S with Android 6).
The remote control takes some getting used to. After two days I got used to it, especially since I control the receiver via the app.
The sound quality in connection with the Yamaha sn-55 is excellent.
I can recommend the receiver without reservation.Pro
- Price reasonable
- Sound quality
- APP
- Connection options
Contra
- negligible or a matter of habit.....
Exactly what I was looking for, fits perfectly!
If you're looking for a modern stereo receiver in the upper mid-range, this is the unit for you.
Pro
- Price/Performance
- Scope of functions
Contra
- Volume control is made of "cheap" plastic
I have enjoyed the unit so far
Purchase was worthwhile!
Pro
- works perfectly
- Very diverse connection options
- good sound
6 out of 7 reviews
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