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Sony STR‑DG800 7.1-Channel HDMI AV Receiver in fully tested, working condition. Delivers powerful home‑theater performance with support for Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS‑ES, DTS Neo:6, and more. All inputs, outputs, and speaker channels were verified to be operating properly. AM/FM tuner works, HDMI switching functions correctly, and front‑panel controls respond as expected. Unit shows normal cosmetic wear from use but remains clean and solid overall. Perfect for upgrading a home theater or powering a multi‑speaker setup. See photos for exact condition.Key Features7.1 channel surround soundHDMI inputs/outputsDolby Digital, DTS, DTS‑ES, Neo:6, Pro Logic IIxAM/FM tunerMultiple digital & analog inputs (optical, coaxial, RCA, component, S‑Video)Banana‑jack speaker outputs150W powerTested and fully functional (per your listing)Technical Specs (from your tab)Model: STR‑DG800Color: BlackCountry of Origin: MalaysiaInputs: HDMI, Optical, Coaxial, RCA, Phono, Component, Composite, S‑VideoOutputs: HDMI, RCA, Banana Speaker Jacks, Headphone JackChannels: 7.1Power: 150WVery Good Tested, fully working. Normal cosmetic wear. No major damage.Included ItemsSony STR‑DG800 ReceiverPower cordShippingFast shipping from Shepherdsville, KY. Packed securely for safe delivery.Sony STR-DG800, 7.1 AV receiver, home theater receiver, HDMI surround sound, Dolby DTS amplifier
This Sony STR-DG800 is a notable 7.1-channel receiver from 2006 that brought early HDMI switching and a generous suite of digital/analog inputs to the mid-tier market. At US$76, this asking price is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of US$63 in our database of 1,563 recent comparable listings and far under the median of US$117.
For a fellow enthusiast, this unit delivers solid value with its 7×100W power, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, and DTS Neo:6 processing, plus a dedicated phono input and 7.1 analog bypass for high-res disc players. The deal shines if it’s from an original owner with clean internals and no missing HDMI ports; at this price, even minor age-related wear is worth absorbing. Skip only if the HDMI board is dead or the XM module is required but missing—otherwise, it’s a clean buying opportunity.
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Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
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