It does make for a real easy plug and play experience, but for tweakers who like to adjust the sonic capabilities to their own taste this is definitely a dealbreaker. For me this is not a problem, as I've never tampered with the settings on my previous receivers, always opting for the most natural sounding, unfiltered settings. Also, the ability to select sound profiles directly from the player is a huge deal to me. I think the trade off is largely worth it, but many may not. No alternative listening modes or additional sound effects are possible as well, and no way to adjust the crossover frequency, in case you're using a sub. I will agree HEOS isn’t nearly as good as the individual 1st party apps like Tidal or Plex, but the ability to combine multiple services into a single interface is quite novel.
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There is virtually no Equalizer, with just a bass and treble slider present. There isn't much to modify in the amp settings tho.
#HEOS APP REVIEWS PLUS#
The amp is almost entirely controlled by the app (volume +, - and mute buttons are present on the amp still), which is a plus in my opionon as I hate the clunky buttons and display on regular receivers. Also the HEOS app is really barebones, its design is basic and so are the features. However, the HEOS line doesn't support nearly as much streaming services as it's Sonos counterpart, so look into this before buying. Setting up the receiver is a breeze, and once you're done, streaming via spotify connect, which is my main use, is easier than a drunk Miley Cyrus on an MTV afterparty. It's also much smaller than nearly any normal stereo amplifier, which leaves me wondering how other avr companies still haven't managed to make their receivers shrink at all in a day and age where technology is rapidly advancing and companies come up with smaller, more streamlined products all the time. I dont know if they purposely avoided using some of the commonly used (by other mfgs) controls/screens to stand out or if they were worried about being copy cats but they chose the most un-intuitive means for control. Looks wise I'm also really content with it, it looks very different from the usual stereo receiver bunch, which have become really stale designwise, so this is a welcome refresher to how stereo amps can be designed. I mean it works, in some ways does what its supposed to but its really not user friendly and could be better implemented. I am currently working with Denon, but it doesn't look good. This is true for my Samsung Note 8 and IPhone.
#HEOS APP REVIEWS PATCH#
I have 5 HEOS devices and the only one to appear in the HEOS App is the device connected to the network via patch cable. Like most non-AirPlay Wi-Fi audio systems, Heos requires the use. HEOS works perfectly in the beginning, then it flips you the middle finger.
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It's vibrant, natural sounding, and it really packs a punch. The app also lets you set up the Heos 3 to work vertically or horizontally, or link two Heos 3 speakers together as a stereo pair. Overall I'm really pleased with the amp, the sound quality is excellent. Planning on getting the AVR later, using it as a standalone stereo system for now. Hey HEOS enthousiasts, I recently got a HEOS amp after learning it can be combined with a HEOS avr into a surround setup, and also because I really love multiroom audio.