Its build quality is top notch and up to the usual Sony standards. Its performance was really amazing for a 7 channels AV receiver and its proprietary 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology makes its output on par with many much more expensive units out there. The kind of scale and sound directionality was unbelievable for a sub-$1,000 system. But Sony did not stop there. The extensive list of online and offline features and the inclusion of trouble-free HDMI 2.1 ports make this release one for the books.

With the STR-AN1000, Sony is back doing what it does best: making high-impact audio equipment with all of the features you could want. While it looks the same as before, it's had a redesign on the inside with up-to-date connectivity support and even better customization options. The Sony is able to offer excellent sound quality for both movies and music.

This Sony home cinema amp has 360 Spatial Sound Mapping for flexible speaker placement, but connectivity can be bettered elsewhere at the price.

Sony has delivered an AV amp that has reignited the same excitement that we felt with its last model, here with additional dynamics, scale and accuracy