Pioneer Electronics announced the release of four new elite AV receivers that offer TrueHD audio and High definition video up to 1080p.  According to Pioneer’s news release:

“Pioneer's flagship A/V receiver, code named "Susano," has set the industry standard for home theater performance and its 2008 top-of-the-line receivers, the SC-07 and SC-05, continue to incorporate the Direct Energy HD Amplifier with ICEpower™ analog class D amplification technology to produce a level of multi-channel power output, fidelity, and efficiency never before seen or heard in a home A/V receiver. Supported by the Company's legacy sound-tuning technology, the SC-07 and SC-05 were designed from the ground up to produce a 3-dimensional aural experience that will take listeners to the next level of high resolution multi-channel surround sound in the entertainment room.

The Elite VSX-03TXH and VSX-01TXH join Pioneer's leading receiver from 2007 - the VSX-94TXH - to round out the entire 2008 offering.  All three models flawlessly pass a 1080p picture with full reproduction capabilities of all new high resolution audio formats. “

Pioneer’s full of Elite A/V Receivers are ready for custom installation with the following features:

·         Multi-zone, multi-source capabilities allow Pioneer’s Elite receivers to serve as the entertainment centerpiece of up to 3 A/V zones in the home

·         The SC-07  has dual HDMI video output and second zone component video output for zone 2 HD video capabilities

·         RS232 Port for PC and 3rd party custom control and connectivity

·         Advanced Direct Construction ensures enhanced reliability and performance

·         New product cosmetics synchronizes with design of the KURO displays and Blu-ray Disc players   

The VSX-01TXH and VSX-03TXH will be available in June for a suggested price of $750 and $1,000, respectively.  The SC-05 and SC-07 will be available in August for a suggested price of $1800 and $2200.

 Source: Pioneer Announces New Elite AV Receivers