Learn to say popular AV receiver brand names correctly.
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How is Denon (Japanese brand known for home theater AV receivers) correctly pronounced?
Denon is pronounced 'DEE-non' — stress on the first syllable, a long 'ee' sound. In a technical interview: "Denon's receiver automatically calibrated speaker levels using a bundled measurement microphone."
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How is Marantz (long-established brand of premium home theater and hi-fi receivers) correctly pronounced?
Marantz is pronounced 'muh-RANTS' — stress on the second syllable, named after founder Saul Marantz. In a technical interview: "Marantz's receiver powered all seven channels cleanly even at high volume."
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How is Yamaha (Japanese brand whose product range includes AV receivers alongside musical instruments) correctly pronounced?
Yamaha is pronounced 'YAH-muh-hah' — stress on the first syllable in English usage. In a technical interview: "Yamaha's receiver included a built-in room correction system alongside its usual amplification duties."
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How is Onkyo (Japanese brand of AV receivers known for its distinctive logo) correctly pronounced?
Onkyo is pronounced 'ON-kee-oh' — stress on the first syllable, three distinct syllables. In a technical interview: "Onkyo's receiver supported object-based surround formats for a more immersive home theater setup."
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How is Pioneer (long-established Japanese brand of AV receivers and speakers) correctly pronounced?
Pioneer is pronounced 'py-oh-NEER' — stress on the final syllable, the same as the English word for an early explorer. In a technical interview: "Pioneer's receiver kept a dedicated zone-two output for playing a different source in another room."