PIONEER NEW SC-91 ELITE AV RECEIVER

Dolby Atmos Enabled Receiver With MCACC Pro Support & Class D3 Amplification Technology Produces Immersive Soundscape

June 19, 2015

Pioneer Home Entertainment U.S.A. today introduced a its

new SC-91 Elite SC receiver, featuring support for Dolby Atmos® and MCACC Pro, and utilizes 

a Class D3 amplifier for simultaneous high-power output on all channels. The integration of these 

technologies creates a highly immersive playback environment from Dolby Atmos as well as 

When handling video, the SC-91 is a star and supports 4K/60p/4:4:4 video signal transmission 

with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection technology so that the receiver is compatible with the 

multitude of upcoming 4K UltraHD sources that are heading consumers way.  The SC-91 has a 

host of wireless capabilities, while dedicated smartphone apps Start-up Navi and iControlAV5 

let anyone easily and intuitively configure and control their home entertainment system. 

Pioneer’s SC-91 Elite SC Receiver is now available for a MSRP of $1,100.

Powerful Amps with the Efficiency of Class D3

The SC-91 reproduces music and soundtracks with uncompromising authority and realism, 

exploiting the full dynamics from any media source.  It delivers seven channels of cutting-edge 

Elite Class D3 amplification for a total of 660W multi-channel simultaneous drive.  Rated at 130 

Watts per channel (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.08%, 2ch Driven FTC), this is significantly more 

simultaneous multi-channel power than the Class AB competition. 

Pro Sound with MCACC Pro

MCACC Pro takes Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) a step further.  In addition to 

automatically compensating for speaker size, level and distance to the listening position as 

standard MCACC does, MCACC Pro analyzes and corrects the phase and group delay 

characteristics that are caused by the filtering systems in the speakers. This adjustment is also 

performed between different channels, in order to provide a smooth flow. 

Additional features include independent correction for dual subwoofers, and speaker position 

adjustments in 1-millimeter increments. For all channels, MCACC Pro corrects phase differences 

in the original audio, as well as the sounds emitted from the speakers.

Performing fully-automatic corrections to source-derived lags in the bass (LFE elements) on a 

real-time basis, Auto Phase Control Plus helps reproduce the natural linkage of sound between 

channels with rich and sharp low-pitched sounds and clear mid- and high-range sounds. 

The SC-91 incorporates Dolby Atmos home technology -- the exciting advancement in sound 

that makes music and movies come alive like never before. With Dolby Atmos enabled speakers, 

sound takes on a whole added dimension. Meanwhile, the Dolby Surround® up-mixer brings an 

enhanced sense of immersion to your existing content.  CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs sound 

more alive and real than you ever imagined.

The SC-91 is equipped with the SABRE ES9006S Premier Audio DAC, a digital-audio converter 

manufactured by ESS Technology, Inc. exclusively for audio equipment.  A new power supply 

transformer reduces magnetic flux noises while a new insulator suppresses external vibrations. 

With special tone-tuning, it delivers natural and smooth sound in high quality.

The SC-91 supports 4K/60p/4:4:4 video signal transmission with HDCP 2.2 technology to 

ensure your receiver’s compatibility with the many upcoming 4K UltraHD sources and 

televisions. So when you decide to upgrade your visual experience, your audio experience will 

already be there.  Thanks to a Super Resolution feature, the SC-91 plays back HD content with 

upgraded image quality equivalent to that of a 4K video signal.

The SC-91 delivers the high-resolution music playback that audiophiles demand, with support 

for 192 kHz 24-bit 2ch WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, and 96 kHz 24-bit Multi-channel WAV, 

FLAC. Compressed formats, such as MP3, WMA, and AAC are also supported. Stream these 

files from your home network, tablet, or even the front USB port. Serious listeners will 

appreciate 2.8 MHz DSD direct playback via network or SACD disc playback via HDMI.

All 2015 Elite models offer built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® technology and the SC-91 is also 

equipped with dual antennas that provide Dual Band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) for a much 

greater network range and connection stability.

The SC-91 supports Wireless Direct and even in an environment without wireless LAN, it can be 

operated to perform wireless playback using the free iControlAV5 control app. 

Network and initial settings can be easily configured using any iPhone, iPod touch or iPad via 

the newly developed Start-up Navi app. Users can install the dedicated control app iControlAV5 

on the setup screen for intuitive and easy operation of the SC-91.  They are also compatible with 

The SC-91 offers both RS-232c interface and full IP control providing compatibility with the 

most popular home automation systems. For custom-installed home theater solutions, it offers 

multi-zone capability audio video support:  Home theater in one room;  HDZONE (HDMI) to a 

second room and listen to analog music in a third room.  However you choose to use it, this 

receiver gives you the features and flexibility that comes with owning an Elite AV receiver. And 

because Pioneer is dedicated to custom installation, our relationships with custom-control 

providers like AMX®, Control4®, Crestron® and other leading brands makes the SC-91 the perfect 

centerpiece for whole-house systems.

With Internet Radio, the SC-91 gives you a world of entertainment options. Not only can you 

enjoy thousands of Internet radio stations around the world with vTuner®, you can also access 

your favorite music from Pandora® and Spotify®, complete with on-screen album art and music 

information. Spotify Connect is a premium subscription feature that lets you play and control 

Spotify with your smart devices.

Using AirPlay, the SC-91 lets you enjoy effortless streaming music from iPhone, iPad or iPod 

touch. In addition, the SC-91 is Windows® 8.1 Certified, and also supports DLNA® 1.5 media 

streaming and HTC Connect®.

For more information about Pioneer Home Entertainment’s entire line, please visit 

www.pioneerelectronics.com.