The receiver includes Dolby Digital Pro Logic IIx compatibility, quad field Cinema DSP and 29 surround programs. This unit is compatible with all the latest movie sound formats, including DTS 96/24.

Other features include analog mixdown, linear damping, subwoofer output, speaker A, B and A+B, preset remote control, a sleep timer and 4-station preset tuning. Add a direct stereo mode (great for classical programming,)easy menu set-up, and front connectors, and this unit delivers compelling audio.

Finally, the 100 watts per channel power makes sure you hear every whisper and feel each explosion. There's even a night listening enhancer and headphone jack, just in case you want to be thoughtful of the family.

The receiver is HDTV compatible and also provides S-video up conversion. Enhancements such as dialog lift, direct mode for 2-channel reproduction, and 2 zone capability ensure that no matter what your audio source, the RX-V650 makes it sound as good as possible.