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Product Description

100 watts x 2 (stereo) into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD * 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers * XM Satellite Radio Ready (requires XM subscription and optional XM Mini-Tuner package) * SIRIUS satellite radio capable (requires SIRIUS subscription and optional SiriusConnect home tuner kit) * iPod® integration (requires optional DS-A3 iPod dock) * 3 audio inputs (including phono), and 4 A/V inputs (composite video) * Pure Audio/Direct mode for cleaner sound *

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #53 in Television
• Color: Black
• Brand: Onkyo
• Model: TX-8555B
• Dimensions: 5.88" h x 17.13" w x 13.38" l, 24.30 pounds

Features

• 100W/ch x 2ch
• Pure Audio mode
• 4 AV inputs and 3 Audio inputs, including Phono input
• Zone 2 Capability
• XM/Sirius Ready

From the Manufacturer

Onkyo's TX-8555 A/V Stereo Receiver: Focusing on a Superior Audio Amplification Approach for Quality Stereo Sound

In the fast-paced world of home entertainment technology, change has become an understated word. Technologies now change so quickly that the new becomes yesterday’s product before you barely become accustomed to it. Perhaps it’s time to refocus on what’s really important for quality audio: first-rate sound with high power output. Forget about over-hyped processing technologies. If your receiver lacks the fundamental amplifier design from the power supply through to the output stage, everything else is superfluous. The TX-8555 is built with this in mind. Incorporating Onkyo's proprietary Wide Range Amplifier Design (WRAT) with an isolated power transformer and discrete output stage, the TX-8555 is focused on maintaining the purity of music, radio and video sources. Also, with the option to take up XM® Satellite Radio or to connect your iPod® to the system, the TX-8555 gives you the versatility for a sweeping range of entertainment options.

Superb Design

The TX-8555 includes Onkyo's exclusive Wide Range Amplifier Technology

With its continued excellence in sound reproduction, Onkyo has once again created a powerful, very versatile stereo receiver for the home theater enthusiast. The TX-8555 Stereo Receiver offers superb functionality and dual-room capability that will be hard to match. Onkyo exclusives like Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT), Discrete Output Stage Circuitry, Massive Power Transformer, and Heavy-Duty Extruded Heat Sink offer the cleanest signal on the market. Most of the receiver's audio processing is handled automatically, with little intervention on your part. However, it is so advanced; its discrete output reproduces music with unmatched sonic clarity and dynamic power.

This receiver features a high-end design approach encompassing everything from its massive power transformer design and high-current, low-impedance drive to discrete output circuitry and minimal use of negative feedback. This enables the receiver to combine tighter bass, superb transient response and enhanced presence at any volume level. It's the Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) that will fill your room with noise-free, impressively powerful, true-to-life sound. With a broader frequency range and lower harmonic noise entering the signal path, this receiver is perfectly suited for new high resolution DVD-Audio and SACD formats.

In a Nutshell

The TX-8555, with high-current, low-impedance drive capability, 2 x 100W amplification, 20Hz - 20KHz frequency response, and a vibration-resistant chassis, is a lot of what you need and none of what you don't. This receiver is capable of delivering breathtaking stereo sound. It features XM/Sirius satellite radio capability, 4-sets of A/V inputs, 2-sets of audio inputs/outputs, Zone 2 output, individual treble, bass, and balance controls, Remote Interactive (RI) port, A/B speaker switching, banana plug speaker posts, and an AM/FM tuner. Because of the high efficiency of its design, this receiver produces exceptional sound quality, and clarity in every audible detail. With speaker A/B selectors and dedicated speaker terminals, this receiver offers the capability to send audio to a second room. In addition, the built-in IR port enables multi-room distribution with optional control systems.

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Technical Specifications

• Stereo RMS Power: 100W per channel x 2, into 8 ohms
• Dynamic Range: 230W per channel x 2, into 4 ohms, 70W per channel x 2, into 6 ohms, 145W per
• channel x 2, into 8 ohms
• No. of Channels: 2
• Speaker Selector: Yes
• Multi Room/Source: Yes, Zone 2 Output
• AM/FM Tuner: Yes, with 40 presets
• Input Analog Audio: - x2 Sets (RCA)
• Input Composite A/V: - x4 Sets (RCA)
• Input Phono: - x1 Set (RCA)
• Input FM Antenna: - x1
• Input AM Antenna: - x1
• Output Analog Audio: - x2 Sets (RCA)
• Output Composite A/V: - x1 Set (RCA)
• Output Composite Video: - x1 (RCA)
• Output Headphone: - x1 (1/4" Phone)
• Output Speakers: - x4 Sets (Binding Post)
• Output Zone 2: - x1 Set (RCA)
• Output Pre/Subwoofer: - x1
• IR Input/Output Port x1 (Mini)
• RI Port x1 (Mini)

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Choosing an Onkyo A/V Receiver for Your Home

Onkyo offers a number of quality A/V receiver systems that are just right for your home. Which A/V receiver system you choose depends on how much you are willing to spend and which features you prioritize in a home theater environment. Here is a quick breakdown of these A/V receiver systems.

	The TX-NR906B: In classic black, the Onkyo TX-NR906 7.1 channel home theater receiver delivers power and quality. With HQV Reon-VX video processing, dual high-def HDMI outputs, Audyssey room correction technologies, and multi-room audio and video distribution, the TX-NR906 leaves no base uncovered. Built around an isolated power block and pre-processing unit, this network receiver reveals the full potential of virtually any media. This includes any Internet or computer-based sources accessed via its network apparatus, which incorporates a vTuner interface and Certified for Windows Vista status. The network capability of the TX-NR906 gives you access to Internet radio and digital music files.
	The TX-NR906S: In a beautiful silver, the Onkyo TX-NR906 7.1 channel home theater receiver delivers power and quality. With HQV Reon-VX video processing, dual high-def HDMI outputs, Audyssey room correction technologies, and multi-room audio and video distribution, the TX-NR906 leaves no base uncovered. Built around an isolated power block and pre-processing unit, this network receiver reveals the full potential of virtually any media. This includes any Internet or computer-based sources accessed via its network apparatus, which incorporates a vTuner interface and Certified for Windows Vista status. The network capability of the TX-NR906 gives you access to Internet radio and digital music files.
	The TX-SR876B: In classic black and based on a winning design for high-definition home theater reproduction, the TX-SR876 7.1 channel home theater receiver is a comprehensive A/V processing hub with a deep reservoir of amplification power to draw on. Reveling in its new THX Ultra2 Plus certification, the TX-SR876 shows its class with a broad range of capabilities, phenomenal performance, and noticeable finesse. With its advanced HQV Reon-VX video processing and supreme high-definition surround sound decoding, this receiver belongs in elite company. It's also one of the first receivers anywhere to employ ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) video calibration. From whatever movie, music, broadcast, or gaming source you choose, the TX-SR876 will impress time and time again.
	The TX-SR876S: In a beautiful silver and based on a winning design for high-definition home theater reproduction, the TX-SR876 7.1 channel home theater receiver is a comprehensive A/V processing hub with a deep reservoir of amplification power to draw on. Reveling in its new THX Ultra2 Plus certification, the TX-SR876 shows its class with a broad range of capabilities, phenomenal performance, and noticeable finesse. With its advanced HQV Reon-VX video processing and supreme high-definition surround sound decoding, this receiver belongs in elite company. It's also one of the first receivers anywhere to employ ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) video calibration. From whatever movie, music, broadcast, or gaming source you choose, the TX-SR876 will impress time and time again.
	The TX-8555B: Forget about over-hyped processing technologies. If your receiver lacks the fundamental amplifier design from the power supply through to the output stage, everything else is superfluous. The TX-8555 stereo receiver is built with this in mind. Incorporating Onkyo's proprietary Wide Range Amplifier Design (WRAT) with an isolated power transformer and discrete output stage, the TX-8555 is focused on maintaining the purity of music, radio and video sources.
	The TX-8255B: While new technologies come and go, the fundamentals of competent receiver design remain constant. You can never underestimate the importance of the power supply, and all other audio processing functions cannot rule over good solid amplification. This is the direction Onkyo has taken with the TX-8255 stereo receiver. Built for those people who value the benefits of time-proven amplification design, the TX-8255 takes core Onkyo technology--and an array of features you'll actually use--to bring you a no-nonsense stereo receiver that will deliver audio and radio signals with agreeable quality.

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Customer Reviews

Great bang for the buck!
To say that this Onkyo is a performer for the money is an understatement. I have an Onkyo 705 surround receiver so they were my first choice for my stereo setup as well, but I auditioned a lot of other equipment in the price range, and nothing came close! This is exactly what Onkyo is known for; clean, crisp power, good signal-to-noise ratio, etc. I am using it to power some Bowers and Wilkins bookshelf speakers that have a sensitivity of about 85db, and at only 40 volume, the house is filled with beautiful sound! I would recommend this receiver to anyone looking for the best performance from their stereo system without buying separate components (pre-amp and power amp)!

The construction is very solid, as with all Onkyo products, and it has a nice weight to it without feeling like it's full of lead. It keeps to the clean, simple component styling that Onkyo and so many other brands are known to use, which I find very attractive. My two main complaints are trivial, but still should be addressed. 1) I could have used a backlit remote like on the 705 and... 2) You have the press the PURE AUDIO button twice to get the PURE AUDIO mode... otherwise, from one press of the button, it goes to DIRECT mode.... Like I said, trivial.

Value: 10/10
Power: 10/10
Sound: 9.5/10
Construction: 10/10
Remote: 8.5/10

Overall: 9.75/10

Superb
After three decades of using Sony products ranging from phones to TV's and stereo equipment, we decided to venture into the world of Onkyo. This receiver had good reviews, fair price and seemed very simple to use. Boy, what a surprise when it arrived: heavy, well constructed, actual knobs for bass and treble, easy on eyes LCD panel, and a boat-load of connections in the back. I'm actually surprised I was able to find a stereo receiver of this caliber.
The built quality is excellent. Instructions... not necessary and the sound! The sound is spectacular. Very linear, clear and direct. No volume spikes, muddy sounds or any form of "hiss" from this unit. Power is more than enough for an average size living room. I have it connected to a Yamaha sub and a set of old KLH speakers. Both of them emit sound that I've never heard before: clear and punchy. It seems the speakers run more efficiently as well (if that's possible). They don't seem strained or overworked. Overall, a great product and I hope it's as reliable as Sony has been.

A couple of minor gripes, again in no way do they affect my satisfaction with the unit. 1) Remote... wish it was as basic as the receiver itself, 2) position light indicator on the volume knob.

Decent audio that won't break the bank.
I don't know why it is so hard to find a reasonably priced stereo receiver but after searching high and low for something to replace my Carvin TM 35 amp and preamp I settled on the Onkyo TX-8555. I wanted something that would give me enough inputs along with a phono input that did not cost and arm and a leg and have decent sound quality. After setting up the unit into my Klipsch speakers the sound was different from the Carvin, not bad just different. The Onkyo did not over pump the bass frequencies and once the volume level was set at a comfortable setting, the sound was pleasing. I plugged my Sony DVD player and played a few discs: Beggars Banquet in SACD and Neil Young's Greatest Hits in High Res and both sounded amazing. Regular CD's sounded just as good as through the Carvin.

This is a basic unit with very basic controls, which is fine by me. The set up time took about 15 minutes. In addition, the price was just right so if you are looking for a decent quality integrated receiver that will not break the bank then look at this.