We've seen Pioneer stuff its VSX line with 3D and Bluetooth goodness in the past; now, the Japanese outfit is unveiling its 2012 AV receivers portfolio in an attempt to widen its offerings. Starting ...

I splurged on the weekend (actually, 'splurged' isn't the operative word given that it was a cheap amp on sale, but anyway...) and bought a new Pioneer VSX-520K for my very modest 5.1 setup at home.

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.