The Onkyo TX-NR696 is a do-everything AV hub with plenty of power, oodles of features and connections and a dynamic, enthralling sound.

The Onkyo TX-NR696 is a great option for a home theater setup. It has a variety of features that make it perfect for movie and TV watching. Firstly, its built-in surround sound technology, like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, creates a truly immersive experience that’ll make you feel like you’re right in the middle of the action. This means that the sound comes from all around you, rather than just the front speakers, which makes the movie-watching experience much more realistic. The audio quality is also top-notch, the clarity and separation of the instruments is fantastic, which makes for a truly immersive listening experience. Additionally, the TX-NR696 has built-in WiFi and Bluetooth, which means you can easily stream your favorite movies and TV shows straight from your phone or tablet. All in all, the Onkyo TX-NR696 is a great choice for most home theater setups and is one of the best amps on the market.

Support Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos, DTS: X three-dimensional immersive audio decoding, you can set up a 7.2 or 5.2.2 multi-channel system with the Onkyo TX-NR696. With Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTSVirtual: X technology, TX-NR696 can simulate the sound effects of the sound field above. It has also obtained THX Select certification and supports multi-room playback. For this entry-level AV receiver, the TX-NR696 already has a pretty good price-performance ratio. The overall sound performance is also satisfying. It is a reliable AV receiver.

The Onkyo TX-NR696 is a great all-rounder for people who want to build a home theater at a reasonable price. . It has enough power for a living room and is great for a classic 5.1 setup - with or without two pairs of height channels.