| Date | Publication | Link to Coverage | Notes |
| 6.8.25 | Techno Dad (Channa de Silva) | 300 Watts Per Channel?! Outlaw 2220 Monoblock Amplifier Review | "Currently I'm rocking a Perlisten front stage — that is, the R5 tower, the R5 center, and of course another R5 tower — and those guys are 4-ohm speakers, so I'm putting 300 watts of power into each speaker. I'll just say this right now: the speakers are loving it (and so am I)." "If you're looking to add external amplification to your AV receiver, make sure that the output voltage of the RCA will actually be helpful for these amplifiers. Lower-end AV receivers that have RCA outputs, like the Onkyo RZ30, don't have enough voltage to give the amplifier exactly what it needs to give you that boost in performance, so keep that in mind." "Now, at $399, these monoblock amplifiers are probably the best value and best bang-for-your-buck monoblocks on the market. Now, of course, some people might say, ‘Well, you can get a 3-channel amp for around $500 or $600,’ and these are $400 each, so for the front stage you're going to need $1200. Even if we look at something like a 5-channel amp that's $800, that's still going to be cheaper and powering more channels. But here's the thing — it's all about the output power of these amplifiers. 300 watts — yeah, I'm going to want to put a lot of power into them so I can get a lot more headroom, and when we have those dynamic shifts in the music or the movies, you know I want to feel that punch. I want to make sure that the speakers have enough power on tap, ready to go. And that's what the Model 2220s bring to the table." "The Perlisten are phenomenal, and giving them more power is exactly what they needed to wake up. Music comes to life, movies are heart-pounding, and super engaging." . "This upgrade with the three monoblock amplifiers is so noticeable, I can't believe it." "The two downsides — you have to set aside some more space, and you need a few more power outlets for your system. Other than that, I would highly recommend the Outlaw Audio Model 2220 due to the fact they put so much power into your speakers that you're never going to need to upgrade amplification again. Like, this is it. This is the max for this space." "If you're looking for amplification for your home theater or two-channel setup, take a look at the Outlaw Audio Model 2220 monoblocks." |
| 6.3.25 | PopSci (Tony Ware) | The best Father’s Day gifts for 2025, according to actual dads | "Speakers can be family heirlooms. Like watches or musical instruments, each make and model is so distinct that a pair of speakers can evoke an emotion to match any mood—from wistful sentimentality to shocking moments of clarity. But they lose half their purpose and impact if just left on display. So, whether Dad has a pair that’s been handed down to him or a pair that will be bequeathed, quality two-channel playback needs quality amplification, which is where the Outlaw Audio RR 2160 Mk II Class AB receiver—capable of delivering 110W per channel into 8 ohms, 165W into 4 ohms—comes into the picture. A tasteful retro chassis meets modern routing—there are four pure analog inputs, Moving Magnet and Moving Coil phono preamps, multiple TOSLINK/COAX/USB-A ports running through Burr-Brown DACs, and Wi-Fi for streaming music. Plus, it offers analog bass management. In a hobby where it’s easy to stack discrete components and spend five racks just to get a basic setup, this $999 integrated receiver is a steal." |
| 5.29.25 | ZDNET (Jack Wallen) | This amplifier easily turns any of my Bluetooth devices into a modern home audio system | "I opened Spotify, tapped my favorite playlist, and cranked up the volume. I'll preface this by saying I'm spoiled. I have a wonderful audio system in my office that produces incredible sound from either my turntable or PC. I knew off the bat the Octa A1 couldn't compete with my Outlaw Audio amp." |
| 5.24.25 | Techno Dad (Channa de Silva) | How to go From TV to Home Theater | Dolby Atmos Home Theater Upgrade Path | "What I want to do is guarantee a lot of power for this front stage. And the only way tot do that is with, you guessed it, external amplification." "Here they are ladies and gentleman, three monoblock amplifeirs from Outlaw. This is the Model 2220, these things are single channel amplifier, so monoblocks, so one channel, two channel, three channel. This is the left, this is the center, and this is the right." |
| 4.10.25 | Hi-Fi Bros | Outlaw Audio RR2160 MkII Review | "In terms of build quality and overall looks of it, it definitely looks very high-quality. I love the silver finish. If you're just looking at the faceplate, it kind of does have that retro, maybe mid-80s look to it. The knobs and all the buttons were pretty functional. I would say the only thing that stuck out to me was that the knobs and the buttons were out of place because they’re plastic. Everything else is metal—very thick, high-grade metal. You’d really have to destroy this thing to put a dent in it." "There's a lot going on with this receiver. There are a lot of inputs. It’s very modernized, so you’re going to see optical connections, standard RCA, and binding posts for the speakers. There’s a dedicated area for your record player, so you have a dedicated phono preamp." "So right now, I actually have my record player hooked up directly to the receiver. There’s a dedicated phono preamp built-in, and there’s actually a switch at the bottom so you can toggle between the type of cartridge you’re using on your record player. So you have an MC and an MM." "In terms of sound quality, I can definitely get more out of it if I had better bookshelves or towers. I would definitely get more out of it. I could also hook up a sub if I wanted to, but I don’t have one. I’m just using it for a standard 2.0 setup, and it’s really just a good way for me to quickly and easily listen to my music." "It does have built-in HD Radio; it just has FM, it doesn’t do AM. It also has internet radio. It does have a Wi-Fi connection, so you have to connect it to your router. Once you do that, then you can connect the internet radio, which is basically just TuneIn. I tested it out; I tried it. To be honest, I didn’t really use the radio feature too much—it’s not really how I’m listening to my music. I mostly listen with my record player. I could see where some people might find using TuneIn to get some of those stations useful, and every once in a while when I’m listening to sports and not through the TV, I’ll listen to the radio. That’s not really how I use it, but it’s just good to know that it’s an available feature as part of the receiver." "Pros of the receiver: it has very good build quality. You’ll notice that right away. It has a lot of component inputs, so there are a lot of things you can hook up to this thing. But yeah, if you have a lot more components like a CD player, specifically for stereo playback, then you’re covered with this system. You have standard RCA or you also have the ability to go in optical. That’s why I said retro look, modern features." "I think Outlaw did a good job overall of just thinking of a lot of different ways people listen to their music in different formats, and they basically created those inputs for this receiver. So they got you covered." "My pros: I’m going to say that this is actually good for music enthusiasts. It does provide 110 watts per channel at 8 ohms and 165 watts for 4 ohms; this is plenty of power for a stereo hookup. It does have two subwoofer inputs, so you’re going to be rocking pretty good." "Cons: overall, I feel that the buttons were a little too plastic-y. I would have liked to see them be metal. It has no Bluetooth, so you can’t use your phone to hook up to it." "The amount of power you’re getting with this one compared to what the other manufacturers are making—they’re going to be double the price at the very least. So Outlaw does come through with the value prop." "It was kind of ironic that Outlaw comes out of nowhere and says, ‘Hey, we want you guys to test out this receiver.’ And I was like, ‘Sure.’ And when I hooked it up, I was like, ‘Dude, this is the missing link.’" "If you’re a person who’s really into music and you want really good sound quality, and you want to have those modern feature sets, or you’re coming from a vintage setup and your receiver is really showing its wear and tear and it’s not performing as well, this is definitely something I’d consider looking at." |
| 3.9.25 | New Record Day | How Is This Thing $999? The Outlaw RR2160 MKII Does It All! | "At the time of this review, the asking price direct from Outlaw is $999 smackaroos, which, getting this out of the way right now, is more than fair for everything thrown in with this amplifier. And in my humble opinion, probably lower than what it should be." "In the sound shed, I typically listen to music into the 80s, with some dynamic peaks all the way into the 90s. And in that context, the Outlaw played every speaker that I've had without breaking a sweat and never sounded lacking in the low end, nor did it ever sound like it was hitting a brick wall of compression. So, hopefully this clarifies the first thing that I think a lot of folks will be curious about. The 2160 seems to be rock-solid when it comes to power, dynamics, and the ability to manhandle most of the speakers that are gonna be out there." "The tone on this amplifier is linear-sounding, which is a win. It doesn't sound super front-row or forward, which is a win. But it doesn't offer the most insane imaging I've ever heard. It's not going to blow your socks off like some of the best amps that I've spent time with. It does the job, and it sounds pretty good." "Now, pretty good is fine and all. But what if we were to think outside the box and get creative? Of the many Swiss Army knife options on this amp, one thing that caught my attention is this amp offers both preamp outputs and main inputs. Now, we're going to go offroad here, and I gotta admit it, I don't know how practical this really is, unless you aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves and do some not-so-common audiophile tweaking..." "I gotta say, this Mains input, which was a lot more common in the golden age of hi-fi, can be a lot of fun to mess around with." "The Outlaw does come with a built-in EQ, and it has both bass and treble controls to make broadband adjustments. Now, this EQ is not surgical, and from what I can see, it works more like a tilt EQ, which does have an impact on a lot of the bandwidth. However, we're not done yet. And with the front speaker EQ settings button, the 2160 does have a cool little trick that can beef up smaller bookies and help round out the bottom end. Take, for example, these little prototype speakers that GR Research and I have been collaborating on. While the bass does hit down in the 50s, and I think is quite satisfying, there might be some folks who want to beef up the bottom end a little bit more, and with the Outlaw, that's not an issue. With a small bump at 55Hz, 65Hz, and 80Hz, you can lift the bottom end of any speaker and have at it." "I gotta say, I like the sound of the amplifier. I think that the built-in DAC sounds nice, I like the fact that the amplifier doesn't sound bright or forward right out of the box, I like the speaker EQ settings and that little bump that it adds to bookshelves, I like the preamp and mains connections, and I had a blast going Frankenstein with all of that stuff. And I like the overall design and aesthetics of the amplifier, even though I know it's not for everyone. So yeah, for a thousand bucks, if anything in that list of positives means something to you as well, I doubt that you're going to regret dropping the coin for the 2160MkII. And with that, I'll see you Outlaw-loving audiophiles in the next video." |
| 2.12.25 | WIRED | https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-bookshelf-speakers/ | "Some of our favorite stereo amplifiers right now include the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 ($2,999) and the Naim Uniti Atom ($3,799) at the high end; Yamaha's R-N1000A ($1,800) for a midrange option; Outlaw Audio's RR2160 Mk II ($999) for those who put the sound above all; and at the low end, the NAD C 316 V2 ($399) and the Wiim Amp Pro ($379), which can be used in a whole-home audio setup. Those are just a few options to get you started." |
| 2.10.25 | Buzzfeed | https://www.buzzfeed.com/hbraga/gadgets-youll-agree-are-worth-the-splurge-2025 | "My husband and I have this receiver set up in our home and have been thoroughly impressed by it. I'm not an expert by any means, but I can comment that the sound is IMMENSELY better than the previous one we had set up to play our vinyl records. My toddler is constantly twisting the knobs and messing with the settings, but it's easy enough to get back on track (a huge selling point for me, TBH). I also love that Outlaw is a small business! "I am now working from home and spend four hours a day in my den, I thought it was time to return to what gave me great pleasure over years past — listening to music. I did NOT want to listen through the home theater or, at least at home, through headphones which, while quite clear, tend to put all the music in the center of my head. After unboxing it I have to say that I really love the look. I’m sure the look isn’t for everyone, but to me it is attractive, elegant and reminds me of a simpler time in my life. Also, the manual was excellent, which is something you don’t see these days. I connected my speakers, put in some favorite classics, rock, and folk standbys and was amazed. My speakers have never sounded so good — clear and dynamic. The power rating must be really conservative, because it really is shocking how clear and loud it can go. For the price, this receiver has brought me really high-end sound that I'm sure would cost me mega-bucks elsewhere. I can say that, for my needs, it is a spectacular value. It has already brought enormous pleasure to my hectic life. That is worth it on its own merits." —ahyte" |
| 1.30.25 | WIRED | https://www.wired.com/story/audiophile-gear-guide/ | "For something further stripped down that keeps the sound, Outlaw Audio's RR2160 Mk II ($999) is an intriguing option. The Mk II builds on the rushing clarity and punch for which the original was beloved with updates like hi-res Wi-Fi streaming and Ethernet. This isn’t the pick if you want all the modern trappings—there’s no HDMI ARC port for simplified TV connection, and even streaming stalwarts like Bluetooth and AirPlay are omitted. Instead, this economical power plant rewards your investment with fabulous fidelity and plenty of ways to connect, including a solid phono input for both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges. You will know it once you hear it, making this a great foundation for a streamlined system that puts the sound front and center." |
| 4-Apr-24 | Youthman (YouTube) | My FIRST Experience with Monoblock Amps! - Outlaw Audio 2220 Review |
"One thing I've always appreciated, they seem to offer a lot of value when it comes to amplifiers and a lot of bang for your buck and you don't have to pay a fortune." |
| 12.7.24 | Theater at Home (George Parker) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5Zl4Dofjjk | 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos Theater Tour "First and foremost, it does 11 channels of processing, that was something I had to have for this project. I had to have 11 channels. It has only 9 channels of amplification, but I don't worry about that because I'm using two external amps. And the amplifiers are from Outlaw Audio. I've got the Model 7000X and the Model 5000X, so it's a 7-channel and a 5-channel amplifier setup. Again, Outlaw Audio, they were thrilled to contribute these amplifiers to this project, so thank you to Outlaw Audio. I am super happy with these amplifiers. If you own these amplifiers, then you know how solid they are. If you don't, let me just say, first, they are super heavy, they are unbelievably heavy. I went to their website and I couldn't find how much they weigh. But, down here, you can see, I don't know how well the camera will show it. But on this bottom shelf here, it is weighed down. It is overmatched; this shelf system is just not strong enough to fully support these amplifiers." |
| 11.22.24 | ZDNet (Allison Murray) | https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/everything-you-need-for-a-vinyl-setup/ | Everything you need for a vinyl setup: The best turntables, speakers, and more Outlaw Audio RR 2160 Mk II Stereo Receiver This receiver has all the connections and outputs you need, stellar bass management, bass and treble adjustments, and a sizable remote, but more importantly, the sound is really special. In our review, we said, "No matter what genre I threw at the amp, it delivered. Metal, classical, prog rock, shoegaze, you name it." |
| 11.18.24 | Home Theater Hobbyist (Cody Ford) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5CE9X7_F_Y | "I say finally because over the years you guys have been telling me, 'Cody, you need to review Outlaw Audio amplifiers,' and quite frankly, you were right. I really like this amplifier, especially for the price." "This will output up to 130W per channel into 8-ohm speakers, all channels driven. So if there’s a huge explosion in your movie and all your speakers need 130W of power at the same time, and they’re 8-ohm speakers, this can deliver that power. Whereas your AV receiver just can’t." "When I was watching Jurassic Park, during the scene with the T-Rex stomping around at loud volumes, this amplifier adds just a bit more detail to the sound compared to the Denon. There’s just a bit more there. The soundscape feels a bit more three-dimensional, if you will, with this compared to the Denon, because it has so much power on tap. When I moved to the Monoprice, there was just a small step up—I mean, the smallest step. To be completely honest, I think this is adequate for pretty much all home theaters. You don’t need to step up to that Monoprice Monolith 7-channel with two hundred watts per channel." "It is a step up compared to a traditional receiver when you’re really trying to use the power that you have on tap." "I don’t have any issues recommending this because it’s a very, very nice power amplifier. And it’s more power than most people can really use in their home theater at 130W per channel. I also really like it because of the price. At $999, I think this is a steal. You’ve got nice high-quality speaker connections, XLR and RCA connections, and the trigger function—which is basically everything I have on my Monoprice, which is nearly twice as expensive, but the speaker connections aren’t nearly as nice. So this is a great value for a home theater power amplifier." |
| 11.16.24 | Upscaled HT (Adrian Buxeda) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EF9MBKNhym4 | "But this thing is insanely dense. It’s like 60 lbs. It’s not even a tall chassis—it’s about six inches high—and it still weighs more than my Emotiva amps. That’s crazy." "If you have limited space in your rack, this is not going to take up a lot of room." "I like this kind of stuff—simple, no-nonsense design. It’s really cool." "For any of you who have seen past videos about Outlaw and their amps, there’s one particular video—I’m not going to mention it specifically—but they had a lot of hum coming through the speakers. I have it set to reference right now, actually just above reference. If you were going to hear hum, you’d hear it at this volume level. There’s no hum." "I want to thank the folks at Outlaw for sending me this amplifier. It’s a fantastic product. Not only does it give you RCA, but also XLR inputs, just like my Emotiva XPAs." "The amplifier just handled everything with no issues whatsoever. I’ve never heard that Onkyo sound so good. I could very easily recommend this amplifier, especially if you’re cross-shopping Emotiva Bas-X. If you want a little extra power without reaching XPA-level costs, I think this is a very solid option. Yes, it’s a little more expensive than your Emotiva 7-channel… this is $1,000, but you’re getting 130W all channels driven vs. 90. You’re also getting the flexibility of XLR as well as RCA—the Emotiva only offers RCA. There’s definitely some benefit to shelling out that extra $250. I think it’s well worth it." "The weight of this thing is simply incredible. I think it actually weighs more than my Emotiva 7-channel XPA, which is 50 lbs, and this is 60 lbs. It just feels solid. It doesn’t have a lot of style; it’s very simple, very industrial. But it’s incredibly well-built and very dense. If you look into the chassis, every cubic inch of space is being used up by something." "I honestly think this Outlaw amp is absolutely worth its price. Given the build quality, all the features you’re getting, and all the extra power compared to some other competitors, I can easily recommend this amplifier." |
| 11.2.24 | United States of Analog (Bob Fonseca) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNpeq8sQG-U | "A unique, but slightly challenging product to dive into today." "This baby is powerful, and it's feature-packed." "They call themselves the Outlaws, they call people who use their equipment Outlaws, it's kind of a cool community." "This is very well-built, the chassis is strong. Things are beautifully laid out in the back." "I think it's forcing you to make a decision, despite all the fabulous features and connections this thing has, but I think it's forcing people to make a decision based on the face plate. Some are going to like it, some are going to hate it, some are going to be indifferent towards it." "This thing is a connectivity powerhouse, seven analog inputs including a high-end phono preamp, multiple digital inputs for high resolution audio, two optical inputs, two coaxial inputs, it's got a USB input that doubles as an upgrade port and as an input for USB music devices. There's ethernet, antenna, it comes with a supplied FM radio antenna, there's trigger ports, there's two ports for 5V power, say for a streamer. They've generously given you two subwoofer outputs on the back, also on the back a bass management switch." "Speaking of the sound, it is neutral. it's AB class neutral, as opposed to the neutral I get with my TEchnics. It's a very small difference right, but there is a difference in digital sound and more of an analog sound. But if i had to characterize sound between harsh neutral and warm, thi swould be netural. Which I think is a great foundation and starting poitn for you rmusic because of all the sound shaping features this receiver has built in. You want to start with something neutral so that you can tailor it to your taste. Want more punch? Want more bass? Want more dynamcis? You can do all of that." "I can tell you the sound from the Outlaw is very pleasing. It's exciting, it's dynamic. It's non-threatening, it's not harsh. You know at 110W a channel it gets the job done. I had no trouble pushign the speakers, and of course the speakers are the same ones I've been using for quite a while now, the Zoo DWX, also my Klipsch Forte IVs, and I rolled in the Klipsch 600M first gens. I will say right off the bat that I don't belive the 600Ms were the right scale for this unit. Maybe that's because I rolled them in after the Forte IVs and the Zeus, it felt like the scale of the music wasn't there. I think big unit, desrvers big speakers. I don't know,, maybe that fits the whole retro vibe." "Vinyl-wise I had a blast great soundstage, great imaging, maybe not as much of that depth behind the speakers that some more expensive kind of units can do for you. But you know what, it's all about the convenience here. It's all about just set it and forget it. The quality sound. Tuning in the sound with all the adjstments you can make to a spot where you can kick back and enjoy." "I think Outlaw did a really good job balancing all the components and all the power into that big silver box." "What more could you ask for in one box?" "The streaming app is very simplified, there's not a lot of flexibility there. Sure it works, you're going to be able to stream your favorite apps, favorite tunes, but it's very simple. You're not going to have any room correctino or any kind of controls in there. But, it's very usable." |
| 10.23.24 | AndroidGuys (Scott Webster) | https://androidguys.com/reviews/outlaw-audio-rr2160mkii-integrated-amplifier-review/#google_vignette | "The RR2160MkII shines in audio reproduction, handling a variety of music genres with precision. Tracks like Jimi Hendrix’s “All Along the Watchtower” and Pink Floyd’s “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” showcased the amplifier’s ability to deliver detailed instrument separation and maintain audio integrity at high volumes. Sprinkling in Daft Punk, Kishi Bashi, and Max Richter proved to be an enjoyable experience. There’s something so cozy and comfortable when hearing music that was engineered with love through quality speakers, headphones, and receivers." "At $999, the RR2160MkII offers significant value by integrating multiple high-end features into a single unit. I had to do a bit of investigating but found that when compared to competitors (PS Audio Sprout 100, NAD C 3050, and Cambridge Audio CXA81), the Outlaw Audio provides more input options and higher power output without a hefty price tag. This comprehensive feature set makes the RR2160MkII an attractive option for those seeking an all-in-one audiophile solution without breaking the bank." "Whether you’re building an entry-level audiophile system or upgrading an existing setup, the RR2160MkII deserves serious consideration—and maybe a little shelf space. As someone who has a handful of products spaced around the home, I look forward to consolidating things and putting them in a central location, giving them a new lease on life." |
| 9.14.24 | Nemo Propaganda | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3TCkN8JYlE | "Emotiva on the other hand does a little more what a lot of brands do, which is 8 ohms is 20hz to 20Khz referencing THD, but then 4 ohms (and this is super common and this is why I really like Outlaw I respect them for having the stones to give us the full wideband spec), Emotiva does what most companies do which is their 4 ohm spec, instead of being 20hz to 20Khz, it's narrow band at 1Khz only." "Outlaw's website says that the RR2160MkII has internet radio, now what do you guys think that means? I thought that means you could listen to radio over the internet. No, that's not what they mean. The Outlaw has a full blown built-in streamer, cellphone app and all. You don't need a Bluesound Node, you don't need a WiiM, you don't need a Eversolo, it has its own streamer built-in, I couldn't believe I missed that." "Outlaw RR2160MkII is kind of similar, but it's going to be more neutral than the Emotiva. From top to bottom, the RR2160 is about clean, honest output. It's not here to color the sound in one direction or the other. It's not on the forward side of neutral, it's not gona lean dark, it's not gonna be cool in the midrange, it's not going to be warm and juicy. The Outlaw RR2160MkII is very very neutral tonally and is not going to color the sound in one way or the other." "All three are really good, and I'm so happy to see this level of sound quality available at this price point in three different options... The Outlaw Audio RR2160 is a little different, it's a jack of all trades, it didn't seem to matter what speaker I connected to it. It just always sounded great." |
| 9.7.24 | Sound & Vision | https://www.soundandvision.com/content/outlaw-audio-rr2160mkii-stereo-receiver-retro-power-modern-edge | "The RR2160MkII is substantially similar to the original RR2160 we reviewed back in (gulp!) 2017, which was itself derived from an earlier RR2150 model. Even more incredibly, its price has increased a mere $200, to $999, despite the mkii’s addition of Wi-Fi and Ethernet streaming with a dedicated app to access them, and re-designed volume control and amplifier layouts, the latter of these delivering a very modest power boost of, ahem, 10 watts. On the face of things, the Outlaws’ value standing remains impressive." "I’ve had experience with the RR2160ii’s predecessors, and with a few Outlaw Audio power amplifiers, so I was not at all surprised to discover that the latest iteration of the firm’s receiver has a surprisingly sturdy power system." "In search of something a bit less dad-rock, I cued up (Qobuz) that reliable demo, Lorde’s 'Royals,' a track that makes very substantial low-end demands yet retains dynamic clarity higher up, and close, intimate vocals. No problem: the RR2160ii easily delivered clean sound up to loud-rock levels and well beyond, without any evidence of strain. Spinning a favorite SACD (the two-channel layer) of Mahler’s Fourth Symphony similarly yielded full dynamic range at convincingly concert-Internet levels, plus satisfyingly wide, precise imaging laying out the large orchestra the full width of the stage." "The app provides a much friendlier interface to the TuneIn ‘net-radio system, and direct access to most of the usual streaming suspects—Spotify, Tidal, Napster, Qobuz, Amazon Music, and a couple more. Once signed into Qobuz I had no difficulty navigating or finding content, and response was fairly snappy." "Bottom line, in a system with a suitable powered sub, the RR2160II should have ample watts on tap for any but truly low-sensitivity speakers, enormous rooms, dedicated head-bangers, or some combination thereof." "Outlaw includes a Loudness option in the RR2160II’s controls, though it’s only selectable via a trip into the receiver’s menus. Unlike nearly all such controls back in the day, this is linked to the volume control, with its action becoming progressively less pronounced as the knob (or remote) is turned up. This makes it a far more useful feature since it compensates for our hearing’s decreased sensitivity to (mostly) bass at reduced loudness (hence the name) over a wide range of volumes, and it works very well." "And as for an HDMI input for hooking up your TV, the Outlaw doesn’t have this, either. Ditto above, but Outlaw is perfectly frank about the reason: dollars and cents. HDMI licensing is not free, and in an audio-only receiver, other than convenience, an HDMI input adds no useful function beyond that already offered by the RR2160II’s optical-digital input, a format found on virtually all modern TVs. This kind of honesty is refreshing, much like the Outlaws’ latest receiver." "Clearly, the RR2160MkII will not appeal to everyone, nor, I suspect, is it intended to. Instead, the Outlaw design offers real audio quality, substantial real-world power, basic streaming, and minimal complication, in a usable package dusted with thoughtful features. And that combination will surely appeal to some of us—enough to join the Outlaws." |
| 9.4.24 | CheapAudioMan | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMZWVnYqGcs | "Excuse me, could you suggest any amplifier under $500 that would work with a pair of old Pioneer speakers, which rated at 100W max output with an imedance of 6 ohms? Pretty much anything out there will work with those speakers. Under $500 if you want a pure power amp, you can look at things from outlaw audio, you can look at things from Emotiva, you can look at things from Fosi Audio, ZA3 V3 Monos..." "So the Outlaw 2160 is one of the best pound for pound? It's heavy, uh so yes, pound for pound it is one of the best. It sounds great, there's a ton of options. I'm not in love with the way it looks. For me in this journey, I want to ensure I like the looks of something. But from a functionality standpoint it's very good, there's a ton of options, and it sounds great. So yeah, I think it's a great product. Personally I probably wouldn't have it, if I'm spending $1K I want something that's really engaging. But from a purely functionality standpoint it's great, and it has a lot of otpions. So it's very good. If you don't mind the looks, or like the looks, even better. Great remote control." |
| 9.3.24 | CheapAudioMan | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1Ap4H6o4KU | "It's a one-thousand dollar receiver and it has more options than the stock market." "Outlaw Audio is a direct to customer company, which means they do not sell through dealerships, so you go to them, you buy something, they sell it to you. Sometimes in that situation you get a better product, or you get a product that doesn't have necessarily the dealer markup, the distributor markup. So in theory, you're getting a way better product at the same price if you were buying something that's traditionally distributed." "There's no easy way to compare this to anything else. Because it just has so many options, not just from having a lot of inputs, but then you have three levels of EQ, regular tone controls, tone control bypass, variable bass management, internal streamer (a little rough around the edges, but it works), internet radio, regular terrestrial radio, and it puts out a lot of power. 110 watts into 8 ohms, 165 watts into 4 ohms." "...I put some fairly hard to drive speakers on them, not terribly hard to drive, but when you're pushing 90db, hard to drive. That's the ELAC Debut 3, this drove it just fine. Actually, this was the best amplifier to drive it, even over more expensive integrated amplifiers." "How it sounds, well you can change that up a bit, what I will say is this sounds fairly similar to an Emotiva. Full, punchy on the bottom, clean mids and airy highs." "It reminds me again of some vintage Kenwoods, vintage pioneers, it's just a great unit." "At $999 I think this thing is an absolute bargain. I love the variable bass management, I love the preamp and the main in, I love that you can run four speaker son this thing. Really amazing. If you are in the market for an integrated amplifier and you like the looks of this thing, you need to give Outlaw Audio a hard look." |
| 8.24.26 | Nemo Propaganda | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZctSTWYPNr8 | "Another standout feature among all the features is going to be the wattage, and the way Outlaw Audio measures said wattage because they are one of the few companies who do it properly." "A lot of amplifier companies give us the honest truth at their 8 ohms spec, they give us 20 to 20, they reference the THD. What's extremely rare is an amplifier company giving us that same data at 4 ohms. Almost no one gives us a 4 ohm wide band figure. Most companies don't even mention what the reference is, the few that do use 1 Khz as a reference, that is absolutely going to boost that 4 ohm figure and make it more marketable. Outlaw Audio is not playing games here, they're giving you the honest to God truth 4 ohm spec, 165 watts, wide band, rms, both channels driven, 20 to 20, .05% THD. Hat is off to them, love to see it." "You get good clean output. The amp is mostly neutral, whether we're talking about treble, midrange or bass. The Outlaw Audio RR2160 isn't here to color the presentation. It's not here to make things warm and tonally rich, it's not here to make the top end sound sharp or overly detailed or analytical. It's not here to artificially expand or cool the midrange, it's not here to boost up bass and give you extra juice, no. It's here to give you sound the way it's supposed to sound. If you want to alter that sound, you have tone controls, you want to alter it more you can add a DAC of your choosing, or source of your choosing that may color it further, or a set of speakers that have the predominant sound you're looking for. The amplifier at its core is mostly a neutral affair." "Did you notice I used one descriptor when I talked about treble, midrange, and bass? Effortlessness, that's what this amp brings to the table. Its presentation overall is fairly refined for the money, mostly neutral affair, and very effortless. That gives it a nice open sound whether you're at lower volumes or louder volumes." |
| 7.30.24 | In Sheep's Clothing Hi-Fi | https://insheepsclothinghifi.com/steve-guttenberg-budget-audiophile-system/ | "Steve Guttenberg: 'The Outlaw Audio RR 2160 stereo receiver flat out sounds better than any receiver or amplifier I’ve heard for its $799 asking price. In listening, the RR 2160 really clicked with my KEF LS50, Zu Druid V, Magnepan MMGi and .7 speakers, but its styling is really going to polarize people.'" |
| 7.24.24 | ZDNet (Jack Wallen) | https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/this-stereo-amp-made-me-feel-like-i-was-hearing-my-favorite-songs-for-the-first-time/ | "The aesthetic and design philosophy of the RR 2160 Mk II is all about drawing inspiration from the classical designs of old art deco radios with a sleek, functional aesthetic. Let me tell you, they succeeded." "When I unboxed the receiver/amp, my first thought was, "this looks old school." My second thought was about how big and heavy the amp is. It's a beast; be prepared to use some muscle to get this baby set up." "It took me a while to get this monster all set up, but once it was in place and connected, I placed Rush's "Signals" on my Rega P8 turntable, and dropped the needle. The sound floored me. I hadn't heard my KEF speakers come to life like that since I've owned them. Every note, every intonation, every beat was crystal clear. I could hear a separation between the instruments in ways I hadn't experienced before." "Yeah, it took me all of two songs to forget about my NAD amp (which is kind of sad, because I like that little guy). But this Outlaw Audio amp is just on another level. I can crank this amp up well beyond 11, and the sound still shines." "No matter what genre I threw at the amp, it delivered. Metal, classical, prog rock, shoegaze, you name it, the RR 2160 Mk II has what it takes to make you smile, dance, headbang, or just stare at the ceiling, lost in the waterfall of sound." "At first, I allowed my sub to handle the cross-over and felt the bottom end lacking (which was a surprise, given how hefty this sub is). But I later on I decided to let the amp take on the task, and wow, what a difference. The bass management in the RR 2160 Mk II is superb." "I really can't say enough good things about this amp. The Outlaw Audio RR 2160 Mk II has all the connections and outputs you need, stellar bass management, bass and treble adjustments, and a sizable remote, but more importantly, the sound is really special. From the bottom to the top, this amp shines with booming depths and sparkling highs. The likelihood of finding a better receiver/amp at this price point is pretty slim. If you want to get true, audiophile-quality sound from your equipment, you best get your hands on one of these beauties." |
| 7.15.24 | Theater at Home (George Parker) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFzL97OgkC4 | "These things are HEAVY. The spec sheet says 16.5Lbs, that is heavy. I've picked up 7-channel AVRs that don't weigh much more than this. This is going to be awesome." "These are sharp looking amps, these look really really good." "I got the amps all hooked up, everything installed, the new calibration run. it's all dialed in. what's the verdict? Well I gotta say I'm extremely impressed with these amps from Outlaw Audio. These things rock. And there are a few actually quite a few reasons why I'm so impressed with them. And then, just a couple ideas (they're not even complaints), just like suggestions." "First of all, they look great. They fit in the rack. They look really sharp. They're just so nice. They have both XLR and RCA inputs, we're going to get to that in a minute." "I was interested to see once I connected all three speakers to these Outlaw Audio amps how the frequency response would respond. There was an improvement right away, it was more in line with what the mains were producing..." "Now that I have all three speakers running off these amps, I cranked up some music and the front sound stage sounds amazing. Obviously, the dialogue is primarily focused on the center channel, when I cranked up the music the singing just came through unlike how it came before. Yeah, Arc Genesis boosted the center channel quite a few dBs, but now, it's on par with the mains and the center channel comes through just so well." "There were three things that I wanted to check, these are not subjective (well, less subjective). I wanted to know how much heat these amps generate. The manufacturer claims you can stack them. Which means the bottom amp heat rises and dissipates, and that compounds. By the time you get to the third one, you get the heat from teh two amps below it. So, how hot do they get? I listed to music CRANKED for an hour and a half, and then I went in and put my hand on the top amp and it was barely warm. I am super impressed. Low to almost no heat." "The second thing I wanted to check was speaker hiss... I did want to check and see how much speaker hiss these Outlaw Audio amps are producing. I'm very familiar with how much hiss i get with the Crown amps. I put my ear right up to the speaker and I had to move my head around until I could finally find it. I could barely hear it, it was essentially inaudible. In fact, I was even second-guessing 'is that really it?'" "The third thing I wanted to check is when you power everything off, the speakers produce a little pop with the Crown amps. Do the Outlaw Audio amps produce any pop when I turn it off? I stood up at the front of the room, put my ear up to the speaker, so I'm like this far from the speaker, and I powered everything down... Dead silent. I heard nothing." "All the way around, these amps are great. I'm so happy to have them. I feel like my front stage is finally done. I've got oodles of power, and it just sounds amazing." |
| 6.29.24 | My Home Theater (Chris Chavis) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUMncTrMxmY | "The difference in sound quality since I got off the Pioneer power... when you hook up a monoblock amp, you're going to get a lot better sound. When I hooked it up and turned it on and started playing some demos, the sound quality was AMAZING. Gave you more headroom, volume, clearer sound, it's just better." "So far guys, the Outlaw Model 2220 Monoblock amps, they are phenomenal guys. I absolutely love them. Good sound quality. I don't hear any buzzing, noise. Same with the 7000x that I ave in the theater. no noise, perfect sound, no issues with Outlaw." "Outlaw, I really dig your amps. They are good quality, and they have been for years when y'all were making them way back in the day. If you make an 11-channel, 13-channel, it would sell at 200 watts a channel." |
| 6.10.24 | Future Audiophile (Andrew Dewhirst) | https://futureaudiophile.com/outlaw-audio-rr2160mkii-integrated-amplifier-reviewed/ | "The value provided by Outlaw Audio is going to be difficult to match, and I know I haven’t seen it with any integrated amplifier I have heard, seen or tested (and I’ve tested a lot of integrated amps recently). If you’re in the market for an affordable, high-performance integrated amplifier, you should certainly consider the Outlaw Audio RR2160MkII. It might not come with the name value of many of its competitors, but it really brings the value, as well as a comprehensive two-year warranty should anything go wrong." |
| 5.24.24 | Don Lindich's Sound Advice Column | https://soundadvicenews.com/2024/05/24/outlaw-audio-rr2160mkii-a-great-match-for-ohm-walsh-speakers-john-strohbeen-iii-tribute-usb-cd-player-for-new-cars-week-21-2024/ | "My favorite stereo receiver under $1,000 is the Outlaw Audio RR2160MKII. It sells for $999 and actually has a bit of a history with Ohm speakers. I attended the 2017 New York Audio Show and Ohm had a demo room there, using the RR2160 (predecessor to the RR2160MKII) to power a pair of Ohm Walsh 2000 speakers. Despite the modest $4,000 price of the combo at a show where many systems approached or exceeded $100,000, it was considered one of the best-sounding rooms and racked up many “best sound of the show” and “best value at the show” comments from attendees. If the Cambridge Evo 75 represents the best of cutting-edge, new wave audio technology, the RR2160MKII represents the affordable best of old-school design and performance. It has a delightfully retro design (RR stands for “Retro Receiver”) and weighs a whopping 36 pounds. The weight is a testament to the hefty and expensive power supply that allows the RR2160MKII to deliver 110 watts into 8 ohms and 165 watts into 4 ohms. Your MicroWalsh speakers are 4 ohms, so you will get the full 165 watts out of the receiver and it will make your speakers sing in a way that your modest home theater receiver could not. See the RR2160MKII at outlawaudio.com." |
| 9-Jul-23 | Jamie Johnson (YouTube) | Outlaw Audio 5000x Power Amp Review | "At just over 50 lbs, it's a meaty power amplifier. The build on it is solid, the components are great, gold on the inputs, the feel of it is good, the look of it is somewhat plain, but I like the aluminum brushed face, and I don't really need a power amplifier screaming from my rack. I want something that integrates and looks good with everythign else, and in that way, the 5000X really hit the spot." "The big issue I was having before the amp is I found slightly above reference levels the amplification from the receiver was struggling. With the Outlaw 5000x, no problems at all. Great clarity, a little extra bass added. The nuances were relatively small, the gains were small, the main thing I wanted was to not run into distorition at higher volume levels and that completely disappeared with the Outlaw 5000X." "When you look at the bench tests for this amplifier one of the things you'll be impressed with is very low distortion, more power than what it's rated for by the manufacturer, and sound quality wise, matches up with a lot of the much more expensive amplifiers out there. Amplifiers with more wattage, with a bigger brand name, it can match up with many them." "In a nutshell, it gives you more bang for your buck than most other higher-priced amplifiers." |
| 8-Mar-22 | Audio Science Review (Amir) | Outlaw 2220 Review (Monoblock Amplifier) | "Performance of the Outlaw 2220 is solid, solid, solid! What can I say. It delivers what you expect with nary any results that raise an eyebrow sans that high frequency distortion. You have ton of power which should be handy for both stereo music listening and home theater. At $399 it brings great value as well. I am happy to recommend the Outlaw 2220 monoblock amplifier." |
| 17-Apr-21 | Audioholics (James Larson) | Our Top Six $700/Pair Bookshelf Speaker Picks for 2021 | Outlaw Audio BLSv2 "The Outlaw Audio BLSv2 is one of the most straightforward good speakers that we can think of. It’s a textbook example of how to engineer a two-way bookshelf speaker well. That might sound like it should be a simple and common occurrence, but the truth is that there are so many different theories guiding loudspeaker design that it is unusual for a speaker to just focus on getting the basics right." |
| 1-Sep-20 | Sound & Vision (Tom Norton) | Living With Outlaw Audio's Latest Seven-Channel Amp | "The 7220’s marquee feature is its fully balanced configuration from input to output. This is rare in amp design; most often an amp’s balanced inputs are converted internally to single ended operation. The benefit of using a balanced connection in the latter case is a reduction in possible noise pickup in a long interconnect run from preamp to amp vs. the more common unbalanced cable." "While the Outlaw 7220’s price has increased since its introduction, for whatever reasons, I’m confident it can compete with any amp on the market — at its price or even higher." "...the Outlaw 7220 offered superb performance, both on 2-channel music and on movies with five of its channels driven (I used that old Outlaw Model 750 amp to drive all four of my four overhead Dolby Atmos speakers, when needed, as mentioned earlier). It did sound a bit different from my current resident 5-channel Parasound Halo 52+ amplifier reviewed by Sound & Vision editor Al Griffin, though neither better nor worse." |
| 24-Apr-19 | Shane Lee (Shane Lee) | Outlaw Audio Model 7220 & Model 5000 Review | KILLER HOME THEATER AMPS! | "Sound quality was the best I've heard in my system so far." "The open airy nature I heard with the 7220, the 5000 was missing that bit of crispiness." "The more expensive amplifier does play louder and does have noticably more impact at louder and lower voumes." |
| 24-Oct-18 | Technodad (Channa DeSilva) | Outlaw Audio Model 5000 | 5 Channel Amplifier Review | "For the price, you can't get any better when you want to up your performance." "It was a very noticable bump in performance and I got the SVS speakers cranking." "Dynamic shifts in music and movies is where external amplifiers like the Model 5000 really show their worth." Mentions the best way to bump up a system is typically another subwoofer, and the second best way if you already have that done is to add a power amplifier. |
| 10-Feb-18 | CNET (Steve Guttenberg) | The Audiophiliac picks the best receivers and amplifiers | "The Outlaw Audio RR 2160 stereo receiver is one seriously heavy beast. This bad boy weighs a hefty 28.3 pounds (12.8kg), and can deliver 165 watts per channel to 4-ohm speakers, and 110 watts to 8-ohm speakers. But forget the numbers: The RR 2160 sounds flat-out better than any receiver or amplifier I've heard for its asking price of $799 (about £580 or AU$1,020). The receiver really clicked with my KEF LS50, Zu Druid V, Magnepan MMGi and .7 speakers." |
| 16-Nov-17 | Stereophile (Herb Reichert) | Outlaw Audio RR2160 stereo receiver | "Just a few weeks ago, as a result of my time spent with Outlaw Audio's RR2160 receiver ($799), I learned the answer to that question: It takes a group of persons with the desire and ability to make a product that sounds conspicuously good, combined with the will to sell that good-sounding product at a reasonable price." "Positives: Outlaw Audio's RR2160 receiver was a joy to use. With every source and output transducer I tried, it reproduced trumpets and kazoos, guitars and pianos, saxophones and harmonicas, Scotty Moore and Miles Davis, Elvis and Thelonious, with accurate tone, taut bass, scrumptious detail, and satisfying dynamics. Outlaw's Retro Receiver is a conspicuously good-sounding audiophile product at a ridiculously low price. Highly recommended." |
| 15-Oct-17 | Soundstage Access (Al Griffin) | Outlaw Audio RR2160 Stereo Receiver | "Reviewer's Choice" Recipient "One company, Outlaw Audio, was an early leader of the stereo-receiver revival. It released its first model, the RR2150, over ten years ago; now Outlaw sells the second version, the RR2160, direct from its online store for $799." "Outlaw Audio’s RR2160 will be a perfect fit with anyone who pines for a vintage stereo receiver but doesn’t want to give up modern connectivity. Like the receivers of old, it delivers powerful sound and can easily drive speakers to loud levels. And the RR2160’s impressive handling of LP playback is another area where it displays its old-world charm. This receiver’s unique look, extensive connection options, and affordable price make it pretty irresistible." |
| 10-Oct-17 | Sound & Vision (Mark Fleischmann) | Outlaw RR2160 Stereo Receiver Review | "Outlaw Audio speaks with an American accent and belongs more to our own era, selling direct to the consumer over the internet—thus potentially offering better build quality and value by eliminating the brickand-mortar markup." "The Outlaw RR2160 is a stupendously great-sounding stereo receiver. Its only serious omission is wireless connectivity; many listeners may want to have Bluetooth, at least, fully integrated into the receiver, though accessory receivers abound, including one from Outlaw." |
| 21-Aug-17 | Secrets of Home Theater (Jim Milton) | OUTLAW AUDIO RR2160 STEREO RETRO RECEIVER REVIEW | Likes: - Powerful, clear sound quality from both digital and analog sources - Retro style is refreshingly different - Bass management with dual subwoofer outputs - Internet Radio is literally a world of music to be discovered - Headphone jack with independent volume control |
| 22-Jul-17 | CNET (Steve Guttenberg) | Audiophile appeal: The Outlaw Audio RR 2160 stereo receiver | "The Outlaw Audio RR 2160 stereo receiver flat out sounds better than any receiver or amplifier I've heard for its $799 asking price." |
| 15-Feb-16 | Home Theater Review (Myron Ho) | Outlaw Audio Model 5000 Amplifier Reviewed | "In standard "outlaw" fashion comes the new $599 Model 5000 amplifier from Outlaw Audio to disrupt the status quo in the marketplace. Readers of this publication should be very familiar with this Internet-direct retailer that has been selling high-quality amplifiers and other gear at outrageously competitive prices." "Low-priced gear is a dime a dozen in today's world, but it's Outlaw's dedication to bringing true reference-quality performance to the masses that has set it apart." "I would place the Outlaw Model 5000 as neutral, but with an ever-so-slight bent toward warmth. Smooth and neutral, the 5000 never came across as too cold or sterile, keeping just enough warmth to make the presentation of the album sound very musical." "I know it's early in the year, but the Outlaw Model 5000 has my vote for HomeTheaterReview's Best of 2016 list. There just isn't anything out there that competes at this price point." |
| 14-Apr-15 | Audioholics (Gene Della Sala) | Outlaw Model 5000 Five Channel Amplifier Review | "The Model 5000 runs cool, is capable of bringing a level of fidelity and power to a multi-channel system that no budget AV receiver can do on its own. If you’re running an AV receiver with preouts and you need more power, then the Model 5000 just may be your ticket to salvation." |
| 24-May-13 | Sound & Vision (Daniel Kumin) | Test Report: Outlaw Audio 975 Preamp/Processor | "To wrap up, Outlaw’s conjuring of an A/V nexus that performs so well for so little is no mean feat. The 975 doesn’t actually do a whole lot other than play music and movies in the most important surround and 2-channel modes. But it does it with as little intrusion as possible and no sonic fingerprint of its own. And isn’t that the whole idea?" |
| 16-Feb-13 | CNET (Steve Guttenberg) | Do separate components sound better than AV receivers? | "If you have a receiver with 5.1 or 7.1 channel outputs on its rear panel, you may not have to buy Outlaw's Model 975 Surround Processor. You can run your receiver (bypassing its internal amps) with the 7125 and radically upgrade your sound. Outlaw also offers a range of more powerful amps, topping out with the 7x300 watt $3,499 Model 7900. Comparing the Outlaw 975/7125 combo with a Denon AVR-1912 receiver I was surprised by the magnitude of the difference in sound quality. The Denon was fine, but the Outlaws were a lot more transparent, vivid, clear, and powerful." |
| 23-Nov-11 | Home Theater Review (Andrew Robinson) | Outlaw Audio Model 7125 Seven Channel Amplifier Reviewed | "In terms of sound quality the Model 7125 is an Outlaw Audio product through and through, meaning it possesses a rich, full bodied sound that exhibits solid control throughout the bottom end of the spectrum coupled with smooth highs." " The Model 7125's midrange performance is its party piece and among the best you'll find under a grand and a few ticks more. The Model 7125's high frequency performance is nuanced and delicate though not as airy as some, though it's not distracting and again serves a wide variety of material well." "...if you're looking to break into the separates game, there are few better options than taking the first step with Outlaw Audio's Model 7125. The 7125's mix of power, finesse and musicality coupled with its modest asking price make it a no-brainer in terms of getting my recommendation." |
| 13-Oct-08 | Home Theater Review (Jerry Del Colliano) | Outlaw Audio 7200 7-Channel Power Amplifier Reviewed | "Outlaw Audio is one of those rare companies in the industry that comes along and challenges the status quo for home theater enthusiasts. An entirely Internet-based operation, Outlaw Audio has made a name for itself by providing economically conscious consumers with surprisingly high performance AV products at very reasonable prices that just plain work on so many different systems." "It's rare that a product speaks to me on almost every level the way the 7200 did. Sonically, the 7200 just floats my boat. Is it the most pristine sounding amplifier I've ever heard? No. But it's damn good. When you consider what you're going to have to shell out for that last five to ten percent of performance the value proposition of the 7200 begs the question, "Is it worth it?" For some the answer will undoubtedly be yes but for the rest of us we'll be enjoying ourselves too much, basking in the sounds of the 7200, to take notice. I really do love this amp." |
| 31-Oct-06 | Audioholics (Gene Della Sala) | Outlaw Audio LFM-1 EX Subwoofer Review | "I thoroughly enjoyed listening to the Outlaw on movie night where it really did well reproducing a very strenuous movie sound track in a large room, including some solid deep bass. It also managed to sound very natural and just plain old good with music. Not the most articulate bass ever , but quite good. I still could use more output headroom for my listening habits and room but the LFM-1 EX makes a strong case for multiples with its frugal price point." |
| 11-Mar-06 | Sterephile (Michael Fremer) | Outlaw Audio RR2150 stereo receiver | "Today, cheap multichannel receivers rule the market; the few available two-channel receivers are bottom-dwellers of low cost and low performance. The online outfit Outlaw Audio saw this opportunity for a high-performance, modestly priced stereo receiver, and thus was born the RR2150." "Outlaw's Peter Tribeman assured me that the power and distortion ratings were "conservative," and that John Atkinson's measured results would be better. For $599, just meeting the specs Outlaw has claimed would be impressive enough." "You know what? This little receiver delivered the deep bass on that gut-punishing record far more effectively than I could have imagined it would." "Give a listen to this $599 receiver. You'll be in for a big surprise—especially if you have megabuck electronics. If this was sold through the usual channels instead of exclusively online, it would cost twice as much and still be worth every cent." |
| 1-Feb-04 | CNET (Steve Guttenberg) | Outlaw Audio LFM-1 review: Outlaw Audio LFM-1 | Received the CNET 2004 Editor's Choice Award; "The LFM-1 breaks new ground for Outlaw Audio, a small but auspicious manufacturer specializing in high-value home-theater electronics. Weighing 58 pounds and measuring 21.75 inches tall, 15 inches wide, and a whopping 22 inches deep, the LFM-1 is the biggest subwoofer we've ever tested. Unpacking it is a two-person job! On the upside, the black-satin finish, the smoothly rounded corners, and the smoked-Plexiglas top panel add luxury touches to the big guy's appearance. The sub's stellar build and sound quality are even more remarkable when you consider that Outlaw directly markets the LFM-1 for $579." |
| 26-Feb-01 | CNET (Matthew Johan) | Outlaw 1050 review: Outlaw 1050 | "If you're looking for a superb receiver made for folks with huge expectations but normal-sized wallets, the Model 1050 6.1-channel home-theater receiver is worth checking out." "Outlaw Audio sells the $599 Model 1050 online only, so you won't be able to stroll down to your local retail outlet and test-drive the 1050. Consequently, Outlaw's 30-day, unconditional money-back guarantee acts as your testing session. It's nice to be able to use it in your own home, but you'll pay for the return shipping if you decide not to keep it." "Though a Dolby Digital/DTS receiver for $599 is easy to come by, a 6.1-channel model for that price is unheard of. So long as you don't have massive speakers in a cavernous home theater room or need component-video switching, the Model 1050 should serve you well." |
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