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Pioneer has packed five-channel discrete amplification, Ultra HD passthrough with HDCP 2 support, and Bluetooth/aptX connectivity into its new budget AV receiver, the VSX-530-K, which carries a suggested retail price of $280.

The receiver has 4 HDMI inputs, a front-panel USB port for plug-and-play music playback, and supports Dolby True HD, DTS-HD, and 4K/60p/4:4:4 24-bit video signal passthrough with HDCP 2.2 copy protection to ensure compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs.

The 5.1-channel receiver is rated to deliver 5x80 watts (2 channels driven into 8 ohms with 0.08% THD). Other highlights include a power-saving Eco mode and Phase Control technology, which is said to improve bass and sonic detail.

For more information visit pioneerelectronics.com.