Multi-Dimensional Excitement with Dolby Atmos®

The VSX-LX301 is compatible with 5.1.2ch and 5.2.2ch configuration of the latest theater sound platform, Dolby Atmos. You can reproduce object-oriented sound in smooth, curving movements, or the realistic three-dimensional movement overhead by the top speakers.


Image above shows 5.2.2 set-up. Other configurations available.

Room Requirements
Using the Dolby Atmos Enabled Speakers you will need the following in order to use the Dolby Atmos-enabled capability of these speakers, the listening room ceiling should have horizontal flat hard surface (for audio reflection) and a height of 8’ to 14’.

Equipment Requirements
In addition to a Dolby Atmos compatible speaker set up, you must have a Dolby Atmos compatible receiver/processor and Dolby Atmos encoded content.

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Dolby Vision

Dolby Vision transforms your TV experience with dramatic imaging—incredible brightness, contrast, and color that bring entertainment to life before your eyes. This receiver will transmit Dolby Vision* signals and metadata in passthrough mode from source to your display. Learn more about Dolby Vision.
*Via firmware update expected by end of December 2017.

DTS:X™ Ready

DTS:X is the next-generation audio codec from DTS that leverages object-based audio to enable new immersive and interactive audio experiences. Since DTS:X can automatically adapt the audio to the existing channels and speaker system, no specific speaker layout is required. Experience an immersive soundscape with incredibly rich and life-like audio.
* DTS:X will be available with future firmware update.

Chromecast Built-in

The VSX-LX301 has Chromecast Built-in, the same technology behind Chromecast, so you can use your mobile device to cast your favorite music, radio, or podcasts to your speaker. You can control the audio from anywhere in the house using Cast-enabled apps running on your personal device—iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ phone and tablet, Mac® and Windows® laptop, and Chromebook. Discover Cast-enabled apps at g.co/cast/audioapps.
* Chromecast Built-in will be available with future firmware update.

Ultra HD (4K/60p/4:4:4/24-bit) Upscaling/Pass-Through with HDCP 2.2

The feature lets you take advantage of the highest-quality video source for viewing on a 4K TV. With support for HDCP 2.2, you can enjoy premium content such as 4K videos with digital copy protection on a compatible display. What’s more, the VSX-LX301 is ready for the HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 next generation video standards.
* Supports up to 4K/60p/4:4:4/24-bit with HDCP 2.2 on HDMI IN (1/2/3) and HDMI OUT (MAIN/SUB).

MCACC® Auto Room Tuning

Create the optimum acoustic environment with Pioneer’s MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System), developed with the expertise of professional recording studios. With the custom microphone, the system automatically compensates for differences in speaker size, level and distance, and equalizes response.

Synchronized Sound with Phase Control®

As an innovative solution for the phase lag between the subwoofer and the main channel speakers caused by the network filter, Phase Control compensates the delayed bass to improve sound synchronization.

 

Reflex Optimizer

Reflex Optimizer layers MCACC for more accurate measurement when using enabled speakers. High directivity sound reflects off the ceiling, while low directivity sound directly reaches the ears. This difference causes a phase shift, making the sound feel uncomfortable. To solve this, the new technology optimizes the performance of your up-firing elevation speakers for your listening environment, by aligning the phase of direct and indirect sound, matching the basic tone, and optimizing the upward-oriented frequencies. The result is overall seamless sound with Dolby Atmos enabled speakers, allowing the ideal reproduction of three-dimensional surround sound.

Multi-room Audio Offers a Variety of Ways to Enjoy Music

FlareConnect™* shares audio from network and external audio input sources between compatible components. Enjoy effortless multi-room playback of LP records, CDs, network music services, and more with supported components and speaker systems. Music selection, speaker grouping, and playback management across the home are built into the Pioneer Remote App**.
* Sharing audio from external inputs is enabled with a future firmware update. External audio inputs supporting FlareConnect may differ depending on model. Please consult individual product specification for more information.
** Download free from the App Store or Google Play.

POWER
  • Discrete Direct Energy
  • 7.2
  • 100 Watts
  • 170 Watts
  • SC Model Power Rating Only
  • SC Model Power Rating Only
  • SC Model Power Rating Only
  • –
  • 550 W/0.1 W (standby)
  • –
HANDHELD AND INTERNET
  • Yes
  • –
  • AirPlay only
  • Pioneer Control App
  • TuneIn Radio
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
  • Yes (with future firmware update)
  • Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, and AIFF for 192kHz/24bit, DSD for 5.8MHz (via USB or wired network)
  • Yes (with future firmware update)
DECODERS & FORMATS
  • Cirrus Logic (Quad Core) x 1
  • –
  • –
  • 384 kHz/32Bit (AK4458)
  • 2.2
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Yes (Firmware update required)
  • Yes (Before Firmware update to DTS:X)
  • Yes (Firmware update for DTS:X is required)
  • Yes
  • Multi-Channel
SOUNDFIELD CALIBRATION
  • Yes
  • 1
  • Yes
  • –
  • –
  • –
  • 9-Band
  • Yes
  • 0.1 feet
  • –
  • –
  • Yes
LISTENING MODES
  • Yes
  • –
  • –
  • Direct / Pure Direct
  • 12
  • –
  • Yes
  • –
AUDIO FEATURES
  • –
  • 2ch(2.8MHz / 5.6MHz)
  • 32 bit
  • –
  • Yes
  • –
  • –
  • Multi
  • 500 ms @ 48k/ 400 ms @ 96k/ 200 ms @ 192k
  • Yes
  • Yes
VIDEO PROCESSING
  • Yes
  • Yes (1080p to 4K)
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • –
  • –
  • –
  • Yes
  • –
CONNECTIVITY
  • 7 In (6 Rear, 1 Front) / 2 Out
  • –
  • Yes (5GHz/2.4GHz)
  • Yes
  • 1 In (Assignable)
  • USB Memory
  • Yes
  • 2 In
  • 5 In
  • Yes
  • 3 In (Optical 2, Coaxial 1)
  • 0.2 ch + Zone 2 Preout
  • Yes
  • USB & HDMI
  • 40
INSTALLATION
  • Icon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
  • Powered ZONE2 Audio
  • Analog/NET/SPDIF
  • –
  • –
  • –
  • A.B
  • Yes
  • 1 In / 1 Out
  • Yes
  • –
  • Surround Back/ Front Height/Top/ Front Bi-Amp/ Zone 2/ B-Speaker
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Pioneer Control App
  • Yes
  • Yes
CONSTRUCTION
  • Brushed
  • –
  • –
  • 9 Large
  • –
  • –
WARRANTY
  • 3 Years Parts & Labor
DIMENSIONS
  • 17.1 x 9.4 x 14.3
  • 17-7/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-9/16
  • 22 lbs.