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Pioneer VSX-LX505

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The Pioneer VSX-LX505 is a 9-channel AV receiver with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, rated 120 W per channel. It can drive every passive speaker in our catalogue (rated 4–8 Ω).

Amp channels
9
Processes 11
Power
120 W
Per channel, 8 Ω, 2 driven
Lowest speaker load
4 Ω
As rated
Sub outputs
2
For up to 2 subwoofers

$1,399 each (MSRP, February 2025)

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Which speakers work with it?

What decides it is the speaker's impedance, in ohms (Ω) on its spec sheet. The VSX-LX505 is rated for speakers down to 4 Ω.

  • Works

    Speakers rated 4–8 Ω

    98 in our catalogue

In its price range

All 98 speakers we checked

Works98

Which speaker layouts can it run?

The VSX-LX505 powers 9 speakers and processes 11. In a layout like 7.1.4, the 7 is floor speakers, the 1 a subwoofer and the 4 height speakers.

  • Stereo

    Runs on its own

  • 5.1

    Runs on its own

  • 5.1.2

    Runs on its own

  • 5.1.4

    Runs on its own

  • 7.1

    Runs on its own

  • 7.1.2

    Runs on its own

  • 7.1.4

    Add a power amp

Which subwoofers connect to it?

It has 2 subwoofer outputs, and any powered subwoofer with a line-level input connects to them.

  • Connects

    Powered subwoofers with a line-level input

    17 in our catalogue

In its price range

All 17 subwoofers we checked

Connects17

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VSX-LX505 specifications

Amplifier channels
9
Processing channels
11
Height formats
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
Power
120 W at 8 Ω
Room correction
Advanced MCACC
Size
17×7×15 in
Lowest speaker impedance
4 Ω
Subwoofer outputs
2
Weight
13 kg (28.7 lb)
MSRP
$1,399 each (MSRP, February 2025)

Every value comes from the sources under References, last retrieved September 15, 2026. To check it against the rest of your system, use the compatibility checker.

Questions about the VSX-LX505

How many speakers can the VSX-LX505 power?
The Pioneer VSX-LX505 has 9 amplified channels and processes 11. Channels beyond the built-in amplifiers need an external power amplifier on the pre-outs.
Can the VSX-LX505 drive 4 ohm speakers?
Yes. It is rated for speakers down to 4 Ω.
How many watts per channel is the VSX-LX505?
120 W per channel into 8 Ω, measured from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with 2 channels driven at 0.08% THD.
Does the VSX-LX505 support Dolby Atmos?
Yes. It decodes Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
How many subwoofer outputs does the VSX-LX505 have?
2 subwoofer outputs. Room correction is Advanced MCACC.

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References

  1. Pioneer VSX-LX505: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. Pioneer VSX-LX505: Manufacturer product page, pisces.bbystatic.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. Pioneer VSX-LX505: Retailer listing, web.archive.org, retrieved September 15, 2026
  4. Pioneer VSX-LX505: Owner's manual, manualslib.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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