Sony STR-DH190 2-Channel Stereo Receiver
- 2-channel stereo, no surround
- 100 watts output power, 200 watts listed wattage
- Phono input for a turntable
- Bluetooth streaming from phones
- A and B speaker function
- AC 120 V 60 Hz power
- 11 x 17 x 5.2 inches, 17.1 pounds
- 1 year warranty
Updated 22 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A straightforward stereo receiver for a turntable and a pair of speakers, with Bluetooth for phone streaming. It has no HDMI or surround, so it does not run a TV home theater.
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ASIN: B078WFDR8DModel: STRDH190Category: Stereo & AV Receivers
Overview
Not a surround sound AV receiver, the Sony unit is a stereo receiver aimed at music, with a phono input for a turntable, analog inputs and Bluetooth from a phone. Speakers connect to it directly, and A and B switching handles a second pair.
Vinyl fans get a turntable-ready phono input and Bluetooth in one low-profile box that fits conventional AV cabinets. No HDMI or surround decoding is listed, so it does not serve a TV home theater. Controls are simple push buttons.
Who it's for
Record collectors and anyone streaming from a phone to bookshelf or floor speakers get a simple stereo hub. Home theater builders wanting multichannel sound and video inputs need a different class of receiver.
Pros and cons
- Phono input for a turntable
- Bluetooth streaming from phones
- A and B speaker switching
- Low-profile body fits AV cabinets
- No HDMI inputs listed
- Stereo only, without surround
- Box contents list only the receiver
- Bluetooth is the only wireless option
Performance notes
Loudness depends on the internal amplifier and the load the speakers present, so speaker sensitivity decides how far it can fill a room. Bluetooth sound quality rests on the phone and the codec, which the listing does not name. Running the A and B pairs together shares the same amplifier between both sets.
Specifications
| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Model | STRDH190 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 17.1 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 11 × 17 × 5.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Output Power | 100 watts |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power requirement | AC 120 V 60 Hz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2 Channel |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Connector Type | Analog Audio Input, Phono Input |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
| Control Type | Push Button, Remote |
| Format | WMA |
| BuiltIn Media | Receiver |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Sony STRDH190?
The listing names only the receiver. Remote appears as a control method, but no remote, speaker wire or antenna is named in the box contents, so confirm with the seller.
Can I plug a turntable straight into the Sony STRDH190?
Yes, it has a phono input made for connecting a turntable.
Does the Sony STRDH190 have HDMI?
No HDMI port is listed. The listed connections are analog audio input, phono input and Bluetooth, with stereo output only.
Can the Sony STRDH190 run two pairs of speakers?
It has an A and B speaker function for flexible installation.
Will the Sony STRDH190 fit in an AV cabinet?
Sony describes a low-profile design for conventional AV cabinets. It measures 11 inches deep, 17 inches wide and 5.2 inches high.