Home cinema amplifiers

The Pioneer VSX-921 is a solid all-round performer, but lacks a little refinement

Punchy, powerful and delicate with detail, the Onkyo TX-NR709 is truly excellent

Best home cinema amplifier up to £350, Awards 2011. If you're taking your first step towards a home cinema setup, this Sony is a fantastic start

The Yamaha RX-V671 is a cracking performer, vying for class-leading status

AirPlay-enabled multichannel receiver delivers a weighty, detailed sound, but competition is tough, despite a £50 price cut

Home cinema amplifier Product of the Year 2011. The Onkyo TX-NR609 is a one-stop music and movie machine, complete with Spotify

There's much to admire in Denon's AVR-4311 amplifier, including great functionality, but it lacks the balance of the best

The AVR-400 is Arcam's entry-level home cinema amplifier, has a generous spec and a fast, musical sound

A hugely sophisticated piece of kit, but its sound lacks a little drama

The Onkyo TX-NR3008 keeps the oompf of Onkyo's past amps, but adds a big dollop of detail, too