Beyond surround

FOR HDMI, phono and subwoofer connectivity, rich mids, app control AGAINST Can sound veiled, app looks dated

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Although the Onkyo / Integra brands have been through tumultuous times recently, under the ownership of Voxx International and Indian distribution handled by Cinebels (Bengaluru), both are poised to regain their former glory with a slew of new hi-fi and home-theatre products lined up for 2025. The Integra DTM 7.4 isn't exactly new globally, but it is certainly a welcome addition to the Indian custom-install landscape. Built to be integrated into a whole-home network, it offers a complete web set-up option with IP control along with RS232, ethernet, IR in/out and a full app control and network set-up using the Integra Control Pro app. It may lack the aesthetic polish, but it got us up and running swiftly and offers a full suite of controls that mimic the remote control but more importantly, it also allows control of every major streaming app like Tidal, Amazon Music, Spotify amongst others. Chromecast and A