Legendary Pioneer SC-LX77 Air Studio Edition ESS Technology Inc SABRE 32bit Ultra DAC DSD 192 kHz/32 bit 9.2 210W per channel Beast 2300 new

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Sound-tuned by the legendary Air Studios, the THX ULTRA2 Plus certified SC-LX77-K brings studio quality sound to your living room. Using only high-end components – each rigorously calibrated and tuned – this system allows you to experience film and music exactly as the creators intended.



The Pioneer SC-LX77 is a premium 9.2-channel network AV receiver. It utilizes Pioneer's signature Class D Direct Energy HD amplification and holds prestigious AIR Studios Monitor Certification alongside THX Ultra2 Plus Certification for studio-grade audio accuracy. [1, 2, 3, 4]

🔊 Audio & Power Specifications

Channels: 9.2 channels

Amplifier Type: Class D (Direct Energy HD)

Power Output (6 Ω): 210 W per channel (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1 channel driven)

Power Output (4 Ω): 250 W per channel (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1 channel driven)

Simultaneous Drive: 810 W Multi-channel Simultaneous Drive (8 ohms, 1 kHz, 1%)

DAC: ESS SABRE 32 Ultra DAC for all 9.2 channels

Audio Processing: 192 kHz / 32-bit Audio Scaler

DSP: Dual Texas Instruments Aureus TMS320DA808

Surround Formats: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Pro Logic IIz, DTS-HD Master Audio, and DTS Neo:X

Room Calibration: Advanced MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System) [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

📺 Video Capabilities


4K Ultra HD: 4K/2K pass-through and upscaling

Video Scaler: 1080p/24fps scaler powered by Marvell Qdeo technology

3D Ready: Full support for 3D Blu-ray, broadcasting, and gaming

Color Features: Deep Colour (36-bit) and "x.v.Colour" [1, 2, 3]

🔌 Connectivity

HDMI Inputs: 9 (8 rear, 1 front with MHL 2.0 support)

HDMI Outputs: 3 (including Zone 2/HDZONE discrete audio/video matrix)

Digital Inputs: 2 x Optical, 2 x Coaxial

Analog Inputs: 4 x Composite, 3 x Component

USB Input: Front-panel digital connection for iPhone, iPad, and USB mass storage devices

Network: Ethernet LAN port (Wireless LAN ready via included AS-WL300 adapter)

Pre-outs: 9.2 channel pre-amplifier outputs [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

🌐 Network & Media Playback


Streaming Protocols: Apple AirPlay, DLNA 1.5, and HTC Connect

Hi-Res Audio Support: Gapless playback for AIFF, WAV, FLAC, Apple Lossless, and DSD (up to 5.6 MHz via USB)

Internet Radio: vTuner integration

App Control: Compatible with the Pioneer iControlAV2013 mobile application [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]

📐 Physical Dimensions

Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm

Weight: 17.7 kg

Power Consumption: 370 W active, 0.1 W standby [1, 2, 3]




The SC-LX77 integrates an ESS Technology Inc. SABRE 32bit Ultra DAC, the industry’s benchmark for audio digital-to-analogue conversion, to reproduce music with unsurpassed fidelity. With an Audio Scaler on board even regular CD quality content can be upscaled up to 192 kHz/32 bit to create a “high-resolution” experience. The receiver plays back DSD files, high-resolution AIFF, Apple Lossless, WAV and FLAC files for which gapless playback is supported as well.

A built-in ECO Mode lets you save energy without compromising on sound and video performance. Compatible (free) smartphone/tablet apps include the advanced remote control app iControlAV2013.

Energy efficient settings

Use the ECO Mode to save energy. It analyses your sources in real time, adjusting power consumption accordingly to meet your needs, or you can choose the power-saving settings that are right for you. You can control ECO Mode using the receiver's front panel or the included remote control.

 

Enjoy Spotify

Spotify Connect is a Premium feature that lets you play and control Spotify on your devices. Choose music on your mobile and listen on your speakers. At home, hit play on your mobile and hear high fidelity sound on your audio speakers. Enjoy instant access to millions of songs with Spotify.

 

Stream with ease

DLNA and AirPlay are widely supported on PCs, laptops, smartphones and other devices. As this receiver is DLNA and AirPlay certified, you can easily stream audio from such a device. Apple's AirPlay lets you stream music from your entire iTunes library.

 

Hi-Res Audio

In addition to MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC and WAV music file playback from a networked computer or USB drive, you can now also enjoy playback of high-resolution AIFF and Apple Lossless files as well as gapless playback for AIFF, Apple Lossless, WAV and FLAC files.

The remote reinvented

iControlAV lets you modify all important receiver functions from your smartphone or tablet (iOS / Android). The 2013 version brings a new user interface and easy to navigate feature menu, as well as a dedicated “ECO MANAGER” page for energy efficient settings. PUSH PLAYER, Pioneer’s new music streaming setting, lets you access the music libraries stored on your device and create playlists that can be streamed wirelessly to the receiver, all from within the app.

 

Massive power

audiophile level Class D amplification brings you unprecedented power output. Short signal paths ensure impeccable sound, while efficient cooling provides superior performance with lower power consumption (-44% vs analogue amps). Now with 4-16Ω speaker support.

 

4K Ultra HD pass through and upscaling

Experience real high definition with 4K ultra-high resolution video. The receiver is designed for the next generation 4K Ultra HD resolution standard, with the ability to pass through 4K video signals to compatible displays, offering the highest quality video image available. Additionally, it can upscale lower resolution video signals for 4K Ultra HD when used with the latest 4K displays.


Truly great home theater sound is only possible with a good and powerful AV receiver. Pioneer is entering the fray with the SC-LX77, which is packed with nine digital power amplifiers and state-of-the-art AV technology to bring the full enjoyment of home theater enthusiasts.

When a seasoned and experienced reviewer leaves the listening room with a broad grin, something impressive and enjoyable has happened beforehand. This was certainly the case during our January test of the Pioneer SC-LX77 in our reference test cinema. Even beforehand, while researching the receiver's features and capabilities, our mouths were watering: digital amplifier technology, which had already impressed us in previous Pioneer receiver tests, THX Ultra2 Plus and Air Studios certifications, and a very comprehensive and modern technology package inside – all this promised a lot of fun during the test!

equipment


The LX-77's technical capabilities are evident right from the connection options. In keeping with the era of modern media players and display devices, it features eight HDMI inputs and three corresponding outputs.


One of these outputs supplies a zone independent of the main room with digital video and audio signals. A separate subwoofer output is even available for listening zone 2. In the main room, the receiver can, of course, play 3D and UHD TV images. With its trigger, infrared, and control interfaces, it can also be easily integrated into a home automation system. This includes the network connection, which allows the LX77 to stream music and images and to be controlled via PC or app. A Wi-Fi receiver is also included, enabling wireless operation. Inside, the modernity continues: high-quality SABRE 32-bit Ultra D/A converters from ESS, enabling music playback at resolutions up to 192 kHz/32-bit; decoders for all current audio formats and high-resolution music in FLAC, AIFF, or even (via USB) DSD; and a video section with the Marvel 88DE2750-IF2 HD/SD video converter for 4K/2K-24p image processing. Picture settings can be customized via a separate menu, which displays the various settings on the receiver's screen. The LX77 likely easily met the stringent requirements for THX Ultra2 Plus certification, as filling a room of nearly 85 cubic meters with sound at a minimum listening distance of 3.66 meters should have been child's play for its power amplifiers. In both the test bench and the listening room, these speakers present themselves as extremely powerful and dynamic. As with some of its predecessors, the LX77's musical fine-tuning was carried out in collaboration with London's Air Studios. Therefore, the receiver proudly bears the "Air Studios Monitor" seal of approval.



Setup & Multimedia


The menu navigation of the LX77 hasn't changed much compared to its predecessor. The proven, proprietary MCACC calibration system precisely and optimally adjusts the receiver to its audio sources and the room's acoustics. While the calibration process is relatively lengthy, it takes standing waves and room reflections into account and performs full-range phase correction. In manual setup mode, users can further refine the sound with functions like "Fine Channel Level" and "Fine Speaker Distance," attempting to extract the last bit of improvement. The setup menu also reveals other features of the LX77, such as the MHL capability of the front-panel HDMI input. The receiver is also "HTC Connect" compatible, allowing music playback from compatible smartphones without a dedicated app. It readily accepts iDevices and, if desired, plays music streamed via cable or AirPlay without gaps. The LX77 can stream music from the internet via Spotify or internet radio stations. As mentioned earlier, lossless music file formats can also be played back from the home network or via USB connection. Optionally, music can also be streamed to the receiver via Bluetooth using the AS-BT200 adapter (price: approx. €30).


sound


The prelude to the thoroughly enjoyable listening session consisted of playing various musical genres. These included, for example, Astrid North's complex sounds and deep bass attacks, and the groovy funk of Fishbone's "Bonin' in the Boneyard" with the killer bass of John Norwood Fisher. The LX77 delivered a powerful yet incredibly detailed performance. It pushed the connected floorstanding speakers to their physical limits, seemingly commanding them to give their absolute all. And that's precisely what the Pioneer receiver does. Without concealing even the slightest detail in the music, it delivers a truly masterful and engaging performance. Its dynamic attack is also noticeable and captivating during movie playback. Attack scenes like those in "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian," reproduced through nine speakers (with PLIIz activated) and two subwoofers, leave a lasting impression and bring the aforementioned grin to your face. Arrows fly across the room, the floor practically cracks open just like in the film, and projectiles cause everything to shatter tangibly. Even the two quite substantial subwoofers seemed to be begging for reinforcements to keep up with the sheer power of the LX77. At the same time, the receiver's overall sound performance remains absolutely pristine, making subtle sounds from both main and secondary locations in the film scenes clearly audible.

Conclusion

The SC-LX77 can put a big smile on your face! This receiver delivers outstanding sound and technical performance, transforming any home theater evening into a truly memorable experience. Of course, decent speakers and tolerant neighbors are essential. Why not invite them over and enjoy the show together?