GENERAL | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Brand | Onkyo | Pioneer |
Series | Elite | |
Model | TX-RZ1100 | SC-LX904 |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | North America | North America |
Release Year | 2016 | 2019 |
Predecessor | Onkyo TX-NR1030 | Pioneer SC-LX901 |
Successor | Pioneer VSX-LX805 |
AMPLIFIER | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Channels | 9.2 | 11.2 |
Power Output | 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) | 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
Amplifier Design | Class D3 (Direct Energy HD) | |
Dynamic Audio Amplification | ||
Non-Phase Shift Amplifier | ||
VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) | All Channels | |
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry | ||
THX™ Certification | Select™2 Plus | |
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Discrete Output Stage Circuitry | ||
Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor) | ||
Bi-amp Capability | ||
BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging) |
AUDIO FEATURES | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | 32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines | Digital Quad-Core 32-bit DSP (Cirrus Logic) + Aureus™ Floating-Point DSP (TI) |
DAC | AKM AK4490 Stereo DAC for Front L/R 2 AKM AK4458 Multichannel DACs (x2) for Other Channels AKM AK4388 Stereo DACs (x2) for Zone 2 and Zone 3 | ESS ES9026PRO x 2 |
DAC Specs | 384 kHz/32 Bit for Front L/R 768 kHz/32 Bit for Other Channels 192kHz/24 Bit for Zone 2 and Zone 3 | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 11.1 | 11.2 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | ||
Dolby Digital EX | ||
THX Listening Modes | ||
Surround EX | ||
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | ||
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Network Audio Formats | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
Music Playback via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 192 kHz | 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD |
Gapless Playback | ||
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
DSD via USB | 2-ch Input | 2-ch Input |
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
Jitter Reduction | PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio | PQLS & PQFA |
DTS Dialogue Control | ||
Dialog Enhancement | ||
Dialog normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
Sound Retriever | Advanced | |
Sound Retriever AIR | ||
Digital noise Reduction | ||
Tone Control | All Channels | All Channels |
Compressed Music Enhancer | Advanced Music Optimizer | Advanced Sound Retriever |
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
THX Processing Mode | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Phase-Matching Bass Boost | ||
Direct Mode | ||
Pure Audio Mode | ||
Pure Direct Analog Path Mode | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
Auto Surround | ||
Optimum Surround | ||
Advanced Surround | 10 + 1 | |
Wide Surround | ||
Front Stage Surround Advance | ||
Headphone Surround | ||
Virtual Speakers | T-D (Theater-Dimensional) | |
Virtual Depth | ||
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | AccuEQ with AccuReflex™ | MCACC Pro |
Manual MCACC | ||
MCACC Memory | 3 | |
Reflex Optimizer | ||
Phase Control | ||
Auto Phase Control Plus | ||
Full Band Phase Control | ||
Standing Wave Control | Multi-Point (9 points) | |
EQ Bands | 9-Band | |
Symmetric EQ | ||
Distance Adjustment | 0.05 feet | |
Precision Distance | ||
Polarity Check | ||
Auto Subwoofer Crossover |
VIDEO FEATURES | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) | ||
HDCP Version | 2.2 (5 inputs / 2 outputs) | 2.3 |
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4) | up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) |
Video Signal Upscaling | 1080p to 4K | 1080p to 4K |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component**, Composite | Component**, Composite |
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
Component Video Maximum Resolution | 1080i | 480i/576i |
Stream Smoother | ||
Pure Cinema | ||
Video Parameter Adjustments | ||
Super Resolution | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Google Assistant | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
Apple Siri | ||
Works with SonoS | requires firmware update & Sonos Connect | |
DTS Play-Fi | ||
MHL Input | ||
DLNA 1.5 | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay 2 after firmware update | AirPlay 2 |
Apple Product Connection | iPod, iPhone and iPad | Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only) |
Remote App | Onkyo Remote App for iPod touch/iPhone and Android-Powered Devices | |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue |
TERMINALS | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | 7 (1 front) |
HDMI Outputs | 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2) | 3 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB, 1 ZONE 2) |
8K Inputs | ||
USB Input | 1 (Rear) | 2 (1 Front) |
USB DC Out Port | ||
Optical Inputs | 3 | 3 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 2 | 2 |
RCA Line Inputs | 6 | 6 |
RCA Line Outputs | ||
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 11.2 | 11.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Composite Video Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Composite Video Outputs | ||
S-Video Inputs | ||
S-Video Outputs | ||
Component Video Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Component Video Outputs | 1 | |
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
PC In | ||
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI | HDMI, USB |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
uport | ||
adapterport |
ZONES | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Number of Zones | 3 | 3 |
Powered Zones | 2 and 3 | 2 and 3 |
Zone 2 Outs | HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out | HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out |
Zone 3 Outs | RCA Pre/Line Out | RCA Pre/Line Out |
Whole House Mode | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 1 (MAIN, 100 mA) | 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA) |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 1 / 0 | 2 / 1 |
MISCELLANEOUS | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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On-Screen Display | Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI with Quick Setup Function | |
GUI Languages | 7 | |
AV Navigator | ||
IP Control | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
FL Dimmer | ||
Function Rename | ||
ONKYO-RI System Control | ||
RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI) | ||
Pre-Pro/Learning Remote | / | |
Smart Grid-Ready |
RADIO | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM | FM/AM |
Presets | 40 | 40 |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | TuneIn | TuneIn |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM |
CONSTRUCTION | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Solid Aluminum Front | ||
Construction | Advanced Direct Construction | |
Speaker Terminals | 11 | 11 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 11 | 11 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) | Customized High-Output Transformer | |
Toroidal Transformer | ||
Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer | ||
Transformer Stabilizer | ||
Power Consumption | 320 W | 340 W |
No Sound Power | 100 W | |
Standby Power | 0.15 W | 0.1 W |
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function |
PHYSICAL | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) | 435 mm x 201 mm x 453 mm 17-1/8" x 7-15/16" x 17-13/16" | 435 mm x 185 mm x 440 mm 17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-5/16" |
Weight | 19.5 kg (43.0 lbs) | 18.5 kg (40.8 lbs) |
SPECIFICATIONS | Onkyo TX-RZ1100 | Pioneer SC-LX904 |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 140 W (0.08% THD) | |
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) | 140 W (0.08% THD) | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC) | 200 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC) | 260 W (10% THD) | |
Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive | 880 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%) | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front) | 320 W | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front) | 270 W | |
Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front) | 160 W | |
THD | 0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W) | 0.04% (1 kHz, 100 W) |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/82 kΩ | 200 mV/82 kΩ |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 3.5 mV/47 kΩ | 3.5 mV/47 kΩ |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 1 V/330 Ω | 1 V/470 kΩ |
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance | 43 Ω | |
Rated Headphone Power Output | 57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) | 57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD) |
Phono Overload | 70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%) | 70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%) |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 108 dB | 108 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 90 dB | 90 dB |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | 2.8 MHz |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz | 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz |
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance | 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite) | 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite) |
Ethernet Standard | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n |
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency | 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz | 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz |
Bluetooth Version | 4․1 + LE | 4․2 |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
HDMI Terminal | OUT: 55 mA | |
USB Terminal | Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A | Ver. 2.0, 5 V, 500 mA |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz |
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) | Mono: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) | |
AM Frequency | 530 kHz - 1710 kHz | 530 kHz - 1710 kHz |
Warranty | 3 Years | 3 Years |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted
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