Housing and processing: The differences between the two devices are more in detail. Onkyo maintains its design concept and focuses on the front panel to the essentials: Power switch, volume control and input selector buttons. The case of the TX-NR 626 and the new TX-NR 636 thus appear very tidy and functional. At 636 Onkyo has once again a front HDMI input and waives for the analog front input (RCA). The pre-predecessor 616 already offered an HDMI connection, but renounced the successor to it. Now one has correctly again opted for a front HDMI access, which is also well MHL-compatible. The rear connector panels look quite similar and provide comprehensive ways to connect audio-visual sources. 6x HDMI Input and Output 2x, complete terminals for 7.2-PA (2x subwoofer output for active subwoofer), and analog audio RCA jacks and 3x digital (2x Coax and 1x optical) for all devices. In addition, a network connection, antenna (FM and AM antennas are in union) offered. As Audio pioneer it belongs for Onkyo proverbial rigueur you have access to even a phono input. Many still have a record collection, even though the times purist plate evenings have become rare and surround receivers even more rare, so this is definitely a praiseworthy bonus for the dying clan Analogis. The Lautsprecherschraubklemmen are too close together. Is the Japanese standard finger safe even tightening the speaker cable with the small Plastikschräubchen possible, the typical Central European Norm Wurstfinger fails miserably. In both the distance of the sockets to each other, as well as the perceived quality and cross-sectional size you do not make the best impression. After banana plugs can be inserted before, to avoid the hassle. This mitzubestellen (or settlement) is strongly recommended. A note at this point that all manufacturers have not yet been internalized: Usually it's due to the cable length not possible the device is free to set up and connect in the room. Rather, the device must be integrated into a Hifirack or TV rack, which means that you have to read the label upside down because you bent over the equipment the cable connects. If this label still small and middle fails between terminals, the confusion is inevitable. Good like both devices, the formerly simple binding posts were swapped for "Zone 2" to correct terminal screws. Both devices grind 4K signals clean the TV or projector through and dominate the upscaling of lower resolution signals. The new 636 now supports 4K with 60Hz. The new and very promising Dolby Atmos is at least retrofit the successor 636, the 626 does not. But still offers the be hyping the good old television quite impressive to Prologic IIz surround sound to normal stereo signals, for example. While Onkyo still uses the Audyssee software MultiEQ at 626, comes in 636 now the Onkyoeigene AccuEQ used. Here are some differences noticed. AccuEQ comes out with only one measuring operation in the middle of all seats, while Audyssee offers its own measure for each seat. The AccuEQ-calibration done remarkably quickly, while the overall volume is higher. The calculated distances were fine. Compared with the working Audyssee TX-NR 626, considered very linear and neutral sounds. By MultiEQ technique a balanced frequency range is desired. If you listen to the result of the equipped with AccuEQ TX-NR 636 to falls a slight emphasis on low and high frequencies. It sounds noticeably more spectacular and reminded almost a little to the loudness which it recommended for quiet listening levels, because then decreases your ability to hear low and high frequencies. What is preferred here is a matter of taste. Good to very good sound both receivers, with the new 636 sonically rather applies the fans of larger volumes, Action Title prefer larger bass content. Vocally could convince both candidates with a very good fundamental range.
When playing traditional content such as radio, CD or via streaming services both devices could convince with an airy tone. The 636 has integrated inherently Deezer and dispensed with the already underused LastFM. The 626 has not yet Deezer.
When initially powered on to initialize both the receiver and provide the owner with connection of the screen (recommended) A very simple setup menu, where you really can not go wrong. Here the units are assigned to the appropriate inputs, the speakers set almost fully automatically using the measurement microphone, Hege, the Internet connection (LAN or WLAN) and made some basic settings for picture and sound. During the 626 the Audyssee MultiEQ is used, is the newer 636 the onkyoeigene AccuEQ used. The procedure remains the same: place measuring Micro, put on ear height of the seat, start the measurement and thereby be quiet. In menu there are a few points to make you smile, because the German setup menu has been a little bumpy translated. For example, is the "input" as "voters". Bottom line, this does not lead to understanding problems, because you can imagine what is meant. The establishment of streaming services such as Spotify or Deezer takes place on the way, selecting the radio input and not by pressing the Setup button. New to the 636 is a Bluetooth button on the front page, with the can new connections to devices in the area set up very quickly and conveniently.
Both Onkyo offer some settings for picture / sound capabilities and. The default setting told me the image most likely to, as well as Pure Direct the enjoyment of music. Playback of discs may be criticized, but this is rather the fact that the analog technology simply mitwandelt their weaknesses with the brutal dynamics of the digital age and so does not really reflect the usual heat through the speakers that the LP has once identified.
Conclusion: The TX-NR 626 and the TX-NR 636 are aimed primarily to price-conscious buyers who expect a large possible range: Very good surround sound with high power reserves, at the same time as neutral as possible stereo reproduction (Pure mode) and the widest possible range of connection options. Who puts on spectacular home theater sound value and like action foods consumed and also toying with the ingenious Dolby Atmos, which should take the 636. Friends of comedies and generally more conversational films will appreciate the neutrality of the TX-NR 626. Excellent features and a very attractive price with good resale value offer both devices.
