Notably, the line features the introduction of several industry-leading performance features, including the world's first Audyssey DSX with front height or expanded width channels in the receiver category (AVR-4310CI) and Dolby Pro Logic IIz decoding in all models.

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The Onkyo TX-NR807 is one of the first receivers to incorporate Audyssey DSX technology, which allows the back surround channels to be retasked for front-wide speakers to expand the width of the sounds stage, or for front height speakers to provide vertical ambience effects.

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Both the front and rear set the tone for the vehicle's width, which comes courtesy of the wide, prominent grille and headlamps extending into the vehicle sides, as well as the wide rear window, two-piece rear lamp cluster and the large tailgate with low boot sill.

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Despite their opening win over Wales, England are still lacking in confidence and struggling to find the right balance between their conservative instincts and the need to play with pace and width against limited opponents who can match their traditional strength up front.

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