Pioneer’s Elite 7.2-channel receiver - a multi-source, multi-zone AV receiver that packs powerful and efficient digital amplification into one elegant package - expands the performance horizon to bring your home theater to life. With immersive Dolby Atmos technology and Class D3 digital amplification, this receiver brings down the house with a total of 560 watts multi-channel simultaneous drive.
Pioneer Elite® 7.2-Channel AV Receiver
This multi-source, multi-zone AV receiver packs powerful and efficient digital amplification into one elegant package. With immersive Dolby Atmos® technology and Class D3 digital amplification, this receiver brings down the house with a total of 660 Watts multi-channel simultaneous drive. Rated at 120 Watts per channel (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.08%, 2ch Driven FTC), the Elite® SC-LX501 delivers significantly more simultaneous multi-channel power than the Class AB competition. It boasts wireless connectivity and convenience, with built-in Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi®. Plus, it’s Spotify® and Pandora® ready, and can even utilize Google Play™ or TIDAL® Music Streaming Service through a firmware update! Advanced audio and high-resolution video features include Ultra HD (4K/60P 4:4:4) Pass-through, HDCP 2.2 compatibility, DSD Playback via Network, MCACC calibration, Subwoofer EQ, built-in AVNavigator, and an easy initial setup app: Start-up Navi.
Dolby Atmos Equipment & Room Requirements - To use Dolby Atmos technology, the listening room ceiling should have a horizontal flat hard surface (for audio reflection) and a height of 8’ to 14’. Additionally, you must have an Atmos-compatible speaker arrangement as well as Dolby Atmos-encoded content. Learn More >>
Full Bandwidth 4K
Upscale away. This receiver’s got Ultra HD Upscaling and Pass-through in order to optimize 1080p content to 4K and to play any piece of true 4K content with ease. Delivering 4K @ 60p/4:4:4, and complemented by HDCP 2.2 and HDR capabilities, the SC-LX501 delivers impressive power and clarity to any home theater or multi-purpose system.
Dolby Atmos Expands the Experience
The Elite SC-LX501 features Dolby ATMOS® technology, the latest sound platform that makes music and movies come alive like never before. Using Atmos source material with Atmos-compatible speakers and setup, sound takes on added dimension and realism. Dolby surround upmixer even adds Atmos realism to existing movie and music content. CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ sound more alive and real with total immersion into a true-to-life soundscape. In addition to being Dolby Atmos compatible, the SC-91 supports formats like Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD® Master Audio to give your soundtracks on Blu-ray Disc unsurpassed audio quality.
Pure Class D3 Power
Seven discrete channels of direct energy amplification deliver 120 Watts (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.08%, 2ch driven FTC) for spectacular 7.2-channel surround. Pioneer’s digital Class D3 amps run cool for longevity, overcoming the limitations of traditional analog amplifiers as they enable simultaneous output from all channels with no power loss for rock-solid bass and unfettered dynamics. 
Exceptional Digital Sound
The SC-LX501 incorporates the 384 kHz/32Bit (AK4458) DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) for 7.2-channel sound. This state-of-the-art DAC, along with our engineers’ fine tuning, provides unprecedented dynamic range of up to 120 dB and ultra-low distortion, offering clear audio reproduction that’s free of jitter.
Made for Audiophile Files
Keeping critical audiophile ears in mind, the Elite SC-LX501 delivers high-resolution music playback, with support for 192 kHz 24-bit AIFF, Multi-channel WAV, FLAC, and Apple Lossless up to 96kHz 24-Bit. Compressed formats, such as MP3, WMA, and AAC are also supported. Stream these files from your home network, tablet, or even the front USB. Serious listeners will appreciate DSD direct playback via network or SACD disc playback via HDMI.
Internet Radio & Online Music
This receiver offers a limitless flow of streaming music, sports, talk, and news entertainment from internet radio stations and online music services, including Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, TIDAL, and Deezer. Please note: Pandora service is only available in the U.S.
Built-In Chromecast
Customers can use mobile devices to stream their favorite music, radio, or podcasts to a speaker through built-in Chromecast. Through app-compatible iOS and Android devices, plus Mac, Chromebook, and Windows PCs, Chromecast lets end users control audio from anywhere in the house. Many popular Chromecast-enabled apps are available at g.co/cast/audioapps.
Compatible with iControlAV5 Remote App*
With Pioneer's free app, you can use your iPod® touch, iPhone® or iPad® as a remote to control basic functions. The app is also compatible with Android. Enjoy smooth control from your device, with support for 8 languages. It is freely available from the App Store or via Google Play. *Device needs to be connected to a home LAN network in a wireless LAN environment. 
Custom Installation
For advanced home theater control, the Elite SC-LX501 is compatible with the most popular custom control companies, and offers custom installation features including full two-way RS-232c-over-IP control with the ability to receive metadata from the network and devices such as an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch.