Sony ES STR-AZ5000ES Review | The most immersive receiver yet!

The AV receiver is a central component in a home theater or audio system, providing essential features and high-quality performance for audio and video processing. In this video, I unbox, setup, and review the Sony ES STR-AZ5000ES 11 channel AV receiver. Overall, this receiver is a stellar performer with class leading Dolby Atmos processing and spatial audio.

Sony ES STR-AZ5000ES
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Equipment list:

Speakers (Some models shown are updated equivalents)
1. Definitive Technology BP-8080ST Front/Main (2)
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2. Definitive Technology CS9080 (Replaced the CS8040HD) Center (1)
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4. Definitive Technology StudioMonitor 55 Front Wide (2)
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6. Definitive Technology DI 5.5LCR In-ceiling height (6)
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7. SVS PB-3000 Subwoofers (2)
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8. SVS SB-2000 Subwoofers (2)
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Processor
Anthem AVM 70 8K
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Amplifiers
Emotiva XPA Gen3 7 Channel
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Emotiva XPA Gen3 10 Channel
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Screen
Elite Screens ER165WH2 (New Theater)
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Elite Screens ER120WH1 (Old Theater)
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Projector
Epson 6050UB
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Acoustic Panels
GIK Acoustics
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Seats
Seatcraft Sienna
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Carpet
Modern Contours Phenix Bespoke Collection MC115 in Color Noble 989

Theater Seat Risers (Old theater)
SoundRight 7" Black Home Theater Riser Platform (4Seating Website)
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GoldenEar Technology Triton 2 Front/Main
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:28 Front and back panels
09:26 Setup
15:57 Calibration
19:15 Aesthetics
20:43 Review
25:38 We have a problem!?
28:51 Final thoughts