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Official Sony return. The product functions "like new" and comes with all original accessories. What's included: Receiver, Faceplate, Microphone, FM wire antenna, AC power cord, Remote control, 2 AAA batteries.Comes in n on-retail packaging. Manuals and documentation can be found on the Manufacturer's support site.Additional notes: There is a minor ding on the rear left corner (see the very last photo)About this product:Elevate your home theater standards with Sony’s 9.2 CH 8K A/V Receiver featuring renowned ES quality. Designed for integrators with optimized configurability, flexible connectivity, and advanced IP control for leading control systems. The STR-AZ3000ES is the total package for audio/visual performance and installation friendly features.Elevated sound quality and powerful amplification that meets ES standardsWith 120 watts, the STR-AZ3000ES delivers cinema-like surround sound and crystal-clear music reproduction with powerful amplification.8K & 4K/120 HDMI ConnectivityEnjoy the latest HDMI technology with support for 8K & 4K/120 video sources. Equipped with four 8K HDMI inputs and two outputs the STR-AZ3000ES is capable of delivering the most stunning picture quality and amazing clarity.Support for the most advanced object-based audio formatsWith support for Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Speaker Virtualization, DTS:X®, and DTS Virtual: X the STR-AZ3000ES delivers a truly elevated object-based surround-sound experience.360 Spatial Sound MappingExperience true immersion. Sony’s exclusive 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology reproduces a physical sound field that can adapt to your environment and create an experience that feels like a movie theatre or concert hall.Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IXA new technology developed by Sony, Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX precisely corrects the distance, angle, sound pressure, and frequency response of each speaker that’s connected to the STR-AZ3000ES to create the ideal sound field for any home theater setup.Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX EnhancedEnjoy dynamic, realistic picture quality with support for exciting HDR formats like Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced.“Works with SONOS”From the SONOS app you will be able to turn on your A/V receiver, switch to the designated input source for playback, and control the volume of your A/V receiver.Easy ListeningListen to all your favorite tracks. The STR-AZ3000ES supports audio streaming via Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay®.Note: This is not brand new product, this is a store return, that's why it is selling for discounted price with no manufacturer's warranty. If you want a brand new item, don't buy this.
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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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