TX-8250
Network Stereo Receiver

Network Stereo Receiver
Classic stereo amplification is rejuvenated with network functions that simplify audio streaming from personal devices, while adding convenient ways to cast music around the home. The TX-8250 has Chromecast built-in, FlareConnect™*, and DTS Play-Fi®* multi-room technologies over 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi® for stable connection. You can play from Spotify®, TIDAL, TuneIn, and Deezer(Deezer HiFi*) services, cast from iTunes and other apps with AirPlay, or stream with Bluetooth® technology. As the hub of your home hi-fi, the receiver features abundant analog and digital audio connections along with USB Audio and MM phono equalizer, so you can amplify any source of audio you want. Backed by powerful yet precise amplification for expressive musicality, the TX-8250 is a flexible high-performance solution for seamless home entertainment.
Stream any music from your smartphone, laptop, or PC with ease. Control playback with popular Chromecast-enabled apps you know and love from your iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet, Mac or Windows® laptop, or Chromebook.
DTS Play-Fi allows you to enjoy high-quality music from connected online services, networked media servers, and your device library over Wi-Fi® to any number of compatible products using the Onkyo Music Control App for iPad, iPhone, and Android™ smartphones/tablets. DTS Play-Fi can synchronize the music in every room. Each member of your family can use their own device to listen to their own music in their room or group of rooms. DTS Play-Fi lets you easily structure a comprehensive multi-room ecosystem that satisfies virtually any need. For more information, visit www.play-fi.com.
FlareConnect* shares audio from network and external audio input sources between compatible components. Enjoy effortless multi-room playback of LP records, CDs, network music services, and more with supported components and speaker systems. Music selection, speaker grouping, and playback management across the home are built into the Onkyo Controller** app.
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Expect fewer dropouts, faster connection, and less interference over 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Access to Spotify®, TIDAL, Deezer, and TuneIn are built into the system GUI—use dedciated apps (where available) or Onkyo Controller to find and play music. Cast from PC and iOS devices from iTunes, together with other supported applications, via AirPlay technology.
Using pioneering scientific research into how people hear, the MQA team has created a technology that captures the sound of the original studio performance. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to stream or download, while also being backward compatible, so you can play MQA music on any device. MQA’s award-winning technology is licensed by labels, music services and hardware manufacturers worldwide and is certified by the RIAA. MQA is a UK-based private company.
Onkyo Controller supports receiver and multi-room control; the selection and distribution of on-demand streaming services; AM/FM/DAB+ station selection; USB disk browsing and more from one easy interface on Apple iOS and Android devices.
With Bluetooth wireless technology, you can stream almost any audio playing on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or PC. Auto Connect function and wake-on-signal detection gets wireless music happening in moments.
Match your TX-8250 with stereo loudspeakers and add genuine hi-fi sound to all your entertainment sources. Discrete high-current amplifiers, massive transformer, and custom-made capacitors assure effortless driving power with very low distortion. High current grips the speaker cones for more accurate control, restoring vitality and detail to music. Non-phase-shift circuitry, meanwhile, clearly focuses the audio image and reproduces a wide frequency bandwidth for best performance with Hi-Res Audio and vinyl sources.
Plug a USB flash-memory device into the front or rear USB inputs to play digital files. Use Onkyo Controller to easily explore albums on the device. MP3, AAC, ALAC, FLAC, WAV, and DSD are supported. With gigabytes of storage now more affordable than ever, USB Audio puts a huge choice of music at your fingertips.
Scan and save 40 FM/RDS, DAB+, and AM radio stations for easy one-touch recall anytime. Bring a huge variety of programming to your listening space, from news and sport to music and talk radio.
Crafted for music and film lovers seeking authentic hi-fi sound, the TX-8250 is extensively equipped with inputs to connect wide range of players. Use Hi-Res Audio-ready digital audio inputs to route TV or PC audio through to the speakers, line-level inputs for a good-quality CD player or DAC, and the MM phono input for your turntable. Enjoy room-filling reproduction of these as well as FM/DAB+, AM, USB Audio, Network, and Bluetooth sources with ease.
An AK4452VN digital-to-analog converter from AKM features unique low-distortion filtering technologies ideally suited to the extended frequency response of Hi-Res Audio files. Excellent S/N and low-noise performance assures clear analog conversion of any digital source.
Firmware Updates: Released 24 Nov. 2021
HIGHLIGHTS
135 W/Ch Hi-Current Amplification System
Chromecast built-in, FlareConnect™*1, and DTS Play-Fi®*1 Multi-room Audio
Spotify®, TIDAL, TuneIn, and Deezer(Deezer HiFi*1) Services via Onkyo Controller App*2
5 GHz/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi®, AirPlay, and Bluetooth® Technology
Quality AK4452VN DAC for Hi-Res Audio
MM Phono, Analog, USB, and Digital Audio Inputs
FM/RDS and DAB/DAB+ Radio with 40 Presets
ADVANCED FEATURES
Features Chromecast built-in Wireless Audio Streaming Platform
FlareConnect Multi-room Audio Distribution to Compatible Components and Speakers
Works with Google Assistant Smart Speakers
Apple AirPlay Audio Streaming from iOS, iTunes, and Supported Apps
MQA*1
Spotify, TIDAL(TIDAL Masters*1), TuneIn, and Deezer Streaming Services
Dual-band 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi for a Stable Connection
Control and Manage Multi-room Playback with Intuitive Onkyo Controller App for Android™ and iOS Devices
Stream from Mobile and PC via Bluetooth Version 4.1 +LE (A2DP/AVRCP) with Wake On Play, Bluetooth Standby, and Auto Connect Function
FM/RDS, DAB+*3, and AM Radio Tuners with 40-Station Memory Presets
Radio Station Preset Naming (Up to 10 Characters)
Audio Playback via USB Flash-memory Devices with Onkyo Controller Navigation
WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) with Massive Hi-Current EI Transformer, Custom Power Capacitors, and Low Impedance Drive
Non-Phase-Shift Amp Circuitry with Discrete Power Transistors
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
AKM AK4452VN Digital-to-Analog Converter
Supports Hi-Res Audio via Network and USB (DSD Direct 2.8 MHz/5.6 MHz*4 and 192 kHz/24-bit PCM)
Decodes FLAC, WAV, ALAC, DSD, AIFF, WMA Lossless, MP3, and AAC Formats via Network and USB
Advanced Music Optimizer Improves Compressed Digital Audio Quality, Including Bluetooth Audio
Direct Mode for Source-Authentic Audio Reproduction
CONNECTION FEATURES
4 Digital Audio Inputs (2 Optical and 2 Gold-plated Coaxial, 192 kHz/24-bit)
6 Gold-plated Analog RCA Inputs and 1 Line Output
Gold-plated Phono Input with MM Equalizer
Subwoofer Pre-Out
Speaker Posts with Screw Knobs
2 USB Inputs (Front: 5 V/0.5 A, Rear: 5 V/1 A)
IR (Infra-red) Input and Output
LAN Input with IP Control Capability for Home Automation Systems
Gold-plated 6.35 mm Headphone Jack
RI (Remote Interactive) Terminal
Compatible with UDB-1 USB DAB Adapter (Sold Separately)*
* UDB-1 is compatible with rear-panel USB port only.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Input Selector Knob and Bass/Treble/Balance Controls
Front-panel Speaker A/B Drive Selector Button
3-Mode Display Dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer)
Sleep Timer and Battery-free Memory Back-up
Full-function RI (Remote Interactive) Remote Controller
Network Standby, Bluetooth Standby, and Auto Standby Modes
*1 Enabled with firmware update.
*2 Please check App Store or Google Play for device and OS requirements.
*3 Enabled with supplied USB DAB Adapter (UDB-1).
*4 DSD playback not supported over wireless LAN.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power Output: 135 W/Ch (6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 1%, 1 Channel Driven, IEC); 140 W/Ch (6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 10%, 1 Channel Driven, JEITA)
Frequency Response: 10 Hz–100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 149 x 329 mm
Weight: 8.5 kg
Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change specifications and appearance without notice.