Pioneer VSX-LX55 Ev Sinema Ampli

Singapore, 07 September 2011 - Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre unveils top of the line AV Receivers: the SC-LX85, SC-LX75 and VSX-LX55. All are beautifully built products that recreate audio as close to the studio source as possible. Exceptionally well-equipped, the AV Receivers include an exciting host of features and benefits ready to create the most advanced home cinema system.

The top of the range SC-LX85 and SC-LX75 have a number of unique features:

They integrate the highly efficient Direct Energy HD amplifiers built on Class D technology. Building on experience gained from more than 4 generations of audiophile Class D implementations, our new and latest platform delivers overwhelming power free from any distortion.

The Direct Energy HD design has earned the coveted THX Ultra2 Plus (SC-LX85) / THX Select2 Plus (SC-LX75, VSX-LX55) certification. Additional certification for the SC-LX85 and SC-LX75 also comes from the world renowned AIR Studios. Its engineers have been actively involved in the tuning of the AV Receivers to assure the recreation of the studio experience in the home.

Hi-bit 32 and hi-sampling audio processing in the SC-LX85 and SC-LX75 revives the original sound, smoothing out distortion. A brand new DAC filter in both models, a world first for an AV Receiver, lets you enjoy three types of sound characters through switching: slow, sharp and short. Audiophiles will then be able to hear soft and warm, solid and tight and quick and forward music respectively.

Ready to Create the Most Advanced Home Cinema

All models feature HDMITM (v1.4a with 3D and ARC) connectivity. As such they are ready to pass 3D content from a 3D Blu-ray Disc player or 3D cable or satellite broadcast to any compatible display. Audio Return Channel (ARC) enables to send to the AV Receiver audio signals, e.g. from a TV program, from a compatible TV over the same HDMI cable used for transferring content to the TV. For those who intend to periodically use the built-in speakers of their televisions, our line-up includes an HDMI Standby Through feature. This passes audio and video from a set top box through the AV Receiver without the need to turn on the component.

Our AV Receivers are also packed with proprietary audio enhancement and room calibration technologies that elevate the sound quality experience:

Phase Control Technology - The systems also include our Phase Control Technology to overcome phase lag between channels and significantly improve multi-channel sound.

Auto Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) - Our celebrated Advanced MCACC operates in the same way as a professional sound stage, enabling you to automatically adjust speaker set-ups and fine-tune your system to the unique dynamics of your space for outstanding performance.

HD Audio Formats Decoding - All models are equipped to decode all mainstream HD audio formats, including DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS Neo X (SC-LX85 and SC-LX75), as well as Dolby TrueHD and Dolby ProLogic IIz.

Virtual Depth - In addition to our original Virtual Surround Back (sound field between the surround speakers) and Virtual Height (sound field over the front speakers) processing, these new models now add Virtual Depth, creating a sound field that is ideally matching 3D pictures through a virtual deep sound field stretching behind the display.

Precision Quartz Lock System (PQLS) - When used in combination with a compatible Pioneer Blu-ray Disc player connected through HDMI, Pioneer PQLS eliminates audio distortion caused by timing errors (jitter), resulting in playback with dynamic sound quality.

Advanced Sound Retriever - The Advanced Sound Retriever compensates the quality of lossy compressed audio such as MP3, AAC or WMA and conventional multi-channel soundtracks such as Dolby Digital or DTS. Our original technology works with any compressed digital sound source (portable audio and disc players, digital broadcast sources, etc) to return depth and vibrancy to aud­io lost in compression. Similar benefits are achieved by Sound Retriever AIR, the first quality improvement technology for Bluetooth® which restores sound pressure and density while significantly reducing transmission noise. Auto Sound Retriever automatically optimizes the Advanced Sound Retriever algorithms to best match the compression level (bit rate) of the source signal and is especially effective for improving the sound when switching between internet radio stations with different bit-rates.

Auto Level Control - A technology that ensures consistent listening from all entertainment sources by compensating for fluctuating volume levels across digital audio tracks, television channels and commercials that can cause unexpected disruptions to the users' entertainment experience.

Enhanced Video Performance

Resolution of 1080p true 24-frames per second is complemented by 36-bit HDMI Deep Color support for cinema experiences of stunning depth and clarity. A powerful video upscaler is included to automatically up-rate standard definition video to 1080p. Compatibility with HDMI version 1.4a ensures that 3D content from broadcasting, games to home cinema can be processed with resolutions of up to 1080p.Triple HD video Noise reduction and extensive video parameter settings further guarantee that even the most demanding video aficionado will be pleased.

Advanced Video Adjust - Smartly using the information accessible from displays connected via HDMI, video signals are optimized according to the connected display type, such as plasma display panel, LCD or projector. Further integrating also the distance data acquired through the MCACC measurements, it automatically adjusts the image in function of the user's seating position, through automatic viewing-distance optimized adjustment of the picture enhancement and noise reduction parameters.

Stream Smoother - The presence of highly compressed (lower bit-rate) video content is increasing e.g. through the popularization of on-line content sources. To offer you a better viewing experience Stream Smoother typically reduces compression noise and realizes more fine detailed images.

Convenient Control & Playback

All models include the below features to offer convenient control and playback of content with the AV Receiver:

Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad - Included USB/video cable for iPhone®