Pioneer Kuro KRP-500A review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Ian Morris

Reviewed on: 16 December 2008

Tags: Pioneer, Pioneer Kuro KRP-500A, inputs, electronic programme guide, analogue

We like:

Picture quality; updated menus; massive control over picture settings; design; fantastic connectivity options

We don't like:

For the money, we think Pioneer could chuck in some speakers; it's expensive

Also known as:

Pioneer Kuro KRP-500; KRP-500ABG (Limited Edition: Beige Grisé); KRP-500AW (Limited Edition: Brilliant White)

You might also need:

Wall mount

CNET UK judgement:

This is the ultimate TV for home-cinema buffs. With its separate media receiver, this screen is perfect for wall-mounting or professional installs. The flexibility offered by the numerous inputs and DVB-T, DVB-S2 and DLNA mean it's got more functionality than its Kuro siblings too. It won't appeal to everyone, but it's one hell of a TV all the same

Full review:

In spite of the embarassing acronym, the Pioneer Kuro KRP-500A is a very high-end TV, aimed squarely at the home cinema enthusiast, and particularly those who want a professional install. Pioneer is aiming this at wall-mount installations too, because the tiny depth of the TV makes it ideal for such placement. It's so thin because all the inputs and media gubbins are in a separate box. Continue Reading...