Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- STRDH190
- SKU:
- 6187501
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers have good things to say about the sound quality, Bluetooth connectivity, and ease of use of the STRDH190 stereo receiver. Many appreciate its affordable price and the inclusion of a phono input for turntables. While some users mentioned the bass could be improved, and the volume control could be more refined, the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive. The receiver's compact size and straightforward setup are also frequently praised.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Amarillo by Morning
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Needed a receiver/amp for my Audio-Technical AT-LP60 turntable. Does the job. Doesn’t have any dedicated sub outputs, but as long as your sub has speaker level inputs then you’re good to go. My receiver is connected to two Polk 50 tower speakers and a Sony SA-CS9 sub. Music sounds awesome. If you need a basic receiver to hook up a record player and/or CD player , this is the way to go.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Pikachu, we're glad that to hear that you like the audio quality of your STR-DH190 Stereo receiver with Bluetooth. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input, or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Just right for what I need
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My 25 yr old Sony mini-combo that failed one component at a time until the amp finally gave out. I wanted something more-or-less old-school to connect my even ancient passive bookshelf speakers, turntable, and have FM radio. The STRDH190 has all that I need and then some. Easy setup, decent power, nice remote with FM presets. Built in preamp for turntable removed the annoying hum I used to get. I paired the Bluetooth to my phone just to be sure it works, although I rarely use this feature. A couple complaints that kept me from giving it 5 stars: The first unit I got was DOA. It would power on and shut down a few seconds later. This has been reported in other reviews and I would have hoped that Sony would have better quality control to test these before sending them out to stores. Easy exchange at BB and the replacement has been working fine. The FM antenna is a simple wire w/ a proprietary plug. Doesn't seem to be any way to hook up a dipole or something better. In summary, other than the inconvenience of exchanging a non-functional unit, this Sony is a good amp for the price, especially if you only need the basics.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MikeO, Thank you for the detailed and amazing review of your new Sony STRDH190! We're so happy to hear you like the ease of setup, power, remote control with FM presets, built-in preamp, and overall performance of your new Sony receiver.
We're sorry to hear that your previous Sony receiver had power issues, but good to know you were able to have it replaced easily.
We have noted your input about the FM antenna input and will be sure to forward this feedback to the appropriate department.
Although you can't connect an external FM antenna to your receiver, you can improve the FM reception.
Adjust the position of the supplied FM wire antenna (aerial) to a place where the reception condition is good.
Place the antenna near a window.
Position the antenna as horizontally as possible.
Hope this helps!
Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input, or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Ease of use
Simple to set up.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Simple and easy! I was using a older receiver that had many settings that had to be adjusted each time I turned it on. This unit is exactly what I wanted. It hooks up to my iPad and/or my phone and plays all my favorite songs.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JollafromJaleeka, Great! We’re happy to hear you are enjoying your STR-DH190 Stereo receiver with Bluetooth. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input , or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
I LOVE it!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I used to plug my phone into my receiver with audio cables and have to keep going over to the phone or iPad to find a song I‘d want to hear. No More!! I am the bluetooth DJ! I can pair all of my devices to the amp. My Apple TV, watch, phone, iPad! It soundS so crystal clear and I prefer wired speakers to wireless. Very pleased with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Phono input
New Receiver
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I needed a new receiver for my turntable cause the one I've had since 1991 finally died. I got a few beers in me so I wouldn't be overly concerned with the price and my wife drove us to Best Buy. A guy named Marshall helped us and he was great. This is the perfect receiver for what we need. I was very impressed with the customer service and the price so we got speakers too.... I think his name was Marshall. This was a couple months ago. He was a young black guy at the San Bernadino Best Buy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JEFFTOWN,
Thank you for the purchase! We're glad to hear that you like your new Sony AV receiver. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Loud and clear
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this receiver for my mom for Mother’s Day a few weeks ago. She needed an upgrade from her kenwood she bought in 2000. It’s safe to say she love it the Bluetooth feature works great with one button to pair. Good price great quality would recommend to a young friend my age honestly.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Sony Receiver
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great Sony Receiver!! You get Sony Quality,All the features that you need from a reciever.Easy set upwith bluetooth. If you looking for Quality and price this is the one i recommend
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KeithP, Awesome! We're so glad to hear that your new Sony STRDH190 worked as advertised, providing you with performance, features, and quality you expected. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input, or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
My favorite receiver ever!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love this receiver. I got it for its smaller than most size, but its quality is also superb!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AdelynB,
That's very nice to hear! We're glad that you love your new Sony AV receiver. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Ease of use
Excellent 2 channel receiver for the money.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent Bang for the buck.. I have it running a pair of definitive tower speakers at my shop and it sounds as great. For around 200 dollars it rivals some units costing 3x as much. All of the features are easy to use, and the Bluetooth has good range.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi chucklesgarage, Awesome! We are glad to hear that you are happy with your new STRDH190! We’re happy to hear you are enjoying your STR-DH190 Stereo receiver with Bluetooth. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input , or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Sony STR 190 w Bluetooth
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Plenty of power, Bluetooth at this price makes this a great receiver. The remote is well thought out also
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DanaP, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new STRDH190! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Phono input
Decent for the money
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased this receiver because I wanted a receiver that had phono inputs even though I had a receiver with a Denon without a phono. This has a LOT of background noise, but it works ok.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Phono input, Sound quality
Sony Stereo
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Exactly what I wanted with a phono input as well as enough inputs to support my stereo needs. Coupled with my Sony matched speakers, the sound quality is great. Enjoyed the shipping process.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SonyStereo, Fantastic! Good to know you like the addition of phono input for your turntable, great sound quality, and it works perfectly with your Sony speakers. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input , or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Regards, Sam
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Sound quality
Best receiver under $200
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great value and amazing sound. Whether using Bluetooth, phone stage, or other input, the sound it produces from my 100w Klipsch rp160m is amazing. Basic and easy to use. Amazing for under $200
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KamClaymore806,
Awesome! We're glad to hear that you like the sound quality and Bluetooth function of the unit. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input , or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Receiver works well with vintage record player
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works great with my vintage Technics record player. Sound quality is decent, Bluetooth works well as an added bonus.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great value!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the price, I think the STR-DH190 offers a fantastic combination of features and sound quality. It's perfect for someone who wants to upgrade their home audio experience without breaking the bank. Overall, I'm really happy with the Sony STR-DH190. It's a great receiver for vinyl enthusiasts and anyone who wants a versatile and powerful stereo system.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FedericoD Great choice! We're pleased to hear that you like the audio quality of your receiver. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth, Sound quality
Decent stereo receiver.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This stereo receiver does what it’s supposed to do. It hooks up to my iPhone 11 Pro Max flawlessly. I’m running some older pioneer dss-7’s with it and it sounds very good. I couldn’t be more happy with my selection and the price of this unit.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi OldschoolJ, Thank you for the 5-star rating! Good to know that this is what you're looking for in a receiver. We're glad it works perfectly with your iphone and your speakers. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input, or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Descriptive Box Used to Ship
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The receiver works great, my only issue was the box used for shipping. This was an open box item, but the box used to ship had a picture of the item on the outside of the box. Anyone walking past my house could have seen what was in the box. Aside from that, no issues. Great product.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChrisB,
That's great! We're glad to hear that you like your new Sony AV receiver. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Price
Working well
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.New amp is working well so far but haven't had the opportunity to take advantage of all the features. Fits well into the entertainment center. Well worth the price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DavidP, Thank you so much for the awesome review! We love to see our products in action! We are so glad you are pleased with the performance of your STRDH190. Glad to know it fits well in your entertainment center. For future reference, we can offer assistance on how to set up or operate the features and functions of your Sony Home audio system by visiting our Sony Support website to download the help guide and look for additional information about your product. Also, you can chat with one of our agents who would be glad to help. The STR-DH190 stereo receiver delivers quality sound from vinyl and digital music BLUETOOTH® connectivity. Pair with turntables including PS-HX500 and PS-LX310BT to amplify your records. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Bluetooth
Stupendous Stereo
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had no idea what I needed going into buying a trustable. This looked like a good bet based on what I needed, and it works perfectly. It hooks right up to my turntable and speakers, and even has Bluetooth for if I need to hook up my phone. I really like it, I'd recommend this one if you're on the fence for a nice stereo.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CayrumK,
We appreciate the recommendation and we're glad to hear that you like the Bluetooth and connections of the AV receiver. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input , or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Exceeds Expectations
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I connected the Sony receiver to four speakers. : - SONY SS-U542AV (x 2) - FISHER ST-515 (x 2)) 'On Paper' all indications were that I would need to buy an amplifier to power these speakers. I decided to wait and see how the system works before purchasing an amp. I'm glad I did. I use the receiver for radio and I have it hooked up to a turntable for my vinyl record collection. Even without an amp, the system functions exceptionally well. Crystal clear sound quality and volume that will rattle items off of shelves ... in the neighbors house.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ColoradoBrian, We're very happy to hear you appreciate the sound quality of your STRDH190. Whether you choose to enjoy the warm sound of vinyl via the phono input, or stream music from your digital music collection, you’ve found a perfect match. Don’t forget the receiver’s A=B function lets you connect two pairs of speakers. You can easily switch between A or B or use them all together at the same time. When you factor in the low-profile design, we’re sure you’ve found the flexibility and performance you’ve been looking for! -Sam
