Sony STR-DH100 2-Channel Audio Receiver (Black)

I understood that this was a simple, inexpensive receiver that I could use to replace an old Pioneer model that had gone bad. I wanted to hook up my phono turntable, cassett tape deck and CD player. Unfortunately, it did not appear to have phono inputs. I contacted Sony support and they confirmed that this receiver was not able to handle a turntable by itself. They said that if the turntable had a built in amp, or if I could run it through an amp between the turnable and the receiver, then it would work. That's not my situation, so I'll send the product back to Amazon. I am disappointed that the information I could find on Amazon when purchasing this model did not point out its limitations.

I have to say the reviews here seriously over-rate this receiver. I wanted to replace my 25 year old Denon DRA-600 receiver with this thing. I simply plugged in all my existing components and speakers and compared. If you are used to quality sound, you will be disappointed by this receiver. Nothing is crisp -- it's as if a table cloth was placed over my speakers -- just not much dynamic range for 21st century electronics. It's not fit for your living room stereo system -- maybe for a rec room theater system or your kid's bedroom. I'm keeping my old, old receiver. Don't know what to do with this thing.

This is an excellent receiver for the money.
I am powering 4 sets of speakers in the house and
the Amp handles this task very well. It has only one
draw back, that I have found in the first month, there are no
power outlets on the back to assist with connecting you CD player
and to syn power. However I would still recommend this unit..

After visiting several stores and reading many online reviews , I purchased this Sony STR-DH100 2-Channel Audio Receiver as a replacement for my aging receiver. I just wanted a basic sound system for a reasonable price and without a whole lot of "bells and whistles". I only use it for listening to music and the radio. I couldn't be more pleased with the quality of sound and ease of installation and operation. My speakers are located in the ceiling of 5 rooms throughout my house and the quality of the receiver has significantly improved the sound that comes through each of the speakers. As other reviewers have said, this Sony Audio Receiver is an excellent piece of equipment for a reasonable cost. I would purchase it again without reservation and highly recommend it for anyone looking for a basic audio receiver that delivers high quality sound at a reasonable price.
You can't go wrong with this one!

I've been pleasently suprised by this expensive reciever. It has good sound quality, looks good (matches my other systems) and is very inexpensive. I use it to increase the volumen of my TV/DVD, and it does a fine job with the Sony bookshelf speakers SS-B1000. It is also small enought to fit on my mantle under the TV (~12" deep).

I'll update after a year of use.