I've had this receiver for three-weeks now & so far, so good. I purchased it to replace an existing Sony receiver that I'd had for seven years which started to fail (constant static from left speaker). I use this receiver to listen to radio, CDs, and internet radio/iTunes music through my laptop.
Pros:
Great price.
Sounds better (stronger) than my old 100w receiver.
Easy to hook up.
Looks good.
Free shipping from Amazon (always a pro).
Cons:
I do not like the input selection dial that lets you select what you're listening to (CD, video, FM, AM, etc.). I liked my older Sony better (push button).
Kind of a pain switching between radio selection mode & preset station mode. Once again, I liked my older Sony better (each preset had its own button).
Speaker selection (A, B, A&B, none) is also different. You keep pushing the button to rotate through those choices. Again, I liked it better on my older model (each speaker had it's own button).
I must admit that I do not use the remote that came with the unit. Looking at the remote it appears that some of my complaints would be covered, however I have enough remotes in my life already and find it easier to use the unit's controls rather than fumble with the remote.
My cons appear to be greater in number than my pros, but overall I really like the improved sound over my older unit. I'm sure I'll get used to the differences and heck, maybe even put batteries in my remote & give that a try!!
If you're looking for a great sounding, easy to hook up, and inexpensive receiver I'd give this one a try. I don't think you'll be disappointed. Good luck! Get more detail about Sony STR-DH100 2-Channel Audio Receiver (Black).
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