Pioneer SX-10AE vs Integra DTM-7

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Let's make the Pioneer SX-10AE versus Integra DTM-7 comparison. According to the results of our review, Pioneer SX-10AE received 4.2 points out of 10 possible, and Integra DTM-7 was rated 7.1 points. The release date of SX-10AE is 2017, and DTM-7 is 2018. After comparison, it will become clear that among these two devices, the DTM-7 is more suitable for the role of the heart of home theater system.

Main advantages Pioneer SX-10AE over Integra DTM-7

Main advantages Integra DTM-7 over Pioneer SX-10AE

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 6 and 7, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 2.0-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the DTM-7 this value is 100/8 W/Ohm, and for the SX-10AE it is 45/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the SX-10AE 5 out of 10, and the DTM-7 - 7.

Pure Direct mode feeds sound directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Only Pioneer SX-10AE has Pure Direct mode.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is markedly different, Pioneer SX-10AE scored 4, and Integra DTM-7 scored 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Wired internet connection via RJ45 allows receiver faster connection than wireless or even use NAS storages. Wired connection via RJ45 is possible in the DTM-7 only.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, Pioneer SX-10AE got 2 points, but Integra DTM-7 received 6 points.

Only Integra DTM-7 has 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs.

By using the HDMI ARC, we can get rid of additional audio cables for the forefront of high-quality sound, but also thanks to this technology, it becomes possible to use surround sound formats. The DTM-7 has HDMI ARC support.

HDMI-CEC helps gadgets attached to your TV to link back and forth with your TV via HDMI ports. It is become possible to control all linked devices with one remote. The DTM-7 features HDMI CEC.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the DTM-7 has a Phono interface.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device.

HDR pass-through gives you the possibility to broadcast HDR content directly from source to TV without the processing of the receiver. HDR support is available on the Integra DTM-7.

With the 4K pass-through feature, the AV receiver sends "native" 4K signals to a 4K TV from a video source without any processing. Only DTM-7 in our comparison can work with the 4K/60Hz video.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the SX-10AE got 4 points, but the DTM-7 has 8.

Voice control allows you to control the basic functions of the receiver through a smartphone, smart speaker or using the microphone that comes with the kit. The DTM-7 can be controlled by voice via Google Assistant.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround