Thread: receiver

im in the market for a new reciever
im cheap, but like quality (i know the 2 dont go together)
im lookin for a 5.1/7.1 unit with 3-4 hdmi in, hdmi out
wattage - well no clu eon this as diff people rate them diff

any suggestions as to a model/place to look?

Last year's Denon 3310 is $538 on Amazon. Can't go wrong if you want the latest codecs and don't need 3D support.


Amazon.com: Used and New: Denon AVR3310CI 7.1-Channel Network Home Theater Receiver

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Originally Posted by teachsac

Last year's Denon 3310 is $538 on Amazon. Can't go wrong if you want the latest codecs and don't need 3D support.


Amazon.com: Used and New: Denon AVR3310CI 7.1-Channel Network Home Theater Receiver

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You might also wish to consider last year's Onkyos. They tend to be a bit less expensive for the same features and quality. BTW, last year's Onkyos are HDMI 1.4 compliant. The 608 is coming in around $375 and meets your minimum requirements. The 808 is THX certified, with 7 HDMI inputs at $679 on Amazon. Heck, even the 508 at $250 might be enough. I am not a big fan of the 508 series because it doesn't do upconversion of component and composite sources. That means you need to have 2 cables going from the receiver to the TV and add complexity to your switching. If you only have HDMI devices though, it would be all you need.


Amazon.com: Onkyo TX-SR508 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver (Black): Electronics





http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR608...9236076&sr=1-1





Amazon.com: Onkyo TX-NR808 7.2-Channel Network Home Theater Receiver (Black): Electronics: Reviews, Prices & more

any input on harmon kardon
they have a factory store in ebay with refurb units that come with factory warranty

Personally, I'm not a fan of Onkyo. I replaced my Integra with a Marantz and glad I did. HK is owned by the same company as Lexicon. HK menus and receivers can be tricky to navigate.

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Last year's Yamaha 1065 can be had for 375.88 on Amazon. $600 savings.


Amazon.com: Yamaha RX-V1065BL 7.2-Channel Digital Home Theater Receiver (Black): Electronics

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Originally Posted by teachsac

Personally, I'm not a fan of Onkyo.

Although I respect your opinion, here I disagree. You are welcome to be a fan of whatever you choose, but mdram would do himself a disservice by not considering Onkyo. IMHO, they are currently providing the best bang for the buck. Perfect? No, but the receivers put out a clean sound and have a good feature set at a price lower than the comparables. Don't get me wrong, I like Denon and Marantz, but the prices are somewhat higher.

As for HK, I haven't owned one since the early '80s. They seem to have a pretty solid reputation among owners though. So do Yamahas, although usually at a higher price per feature. The price Teachsac is quoting on the 1065 is pretty good and should be considered.

Best thing mdram could do is figured out what he truly wants/needs. How many HDMIs, size of room, vieo/audio switching, etc. I bought a Denon because I had one before and technology had since changed. It is a little more pricey than an Onkyo but that is an individual decision. It is like a person what kind of fruit should I buy

well i have a min of 2 hdmi inputs, wanted at least a third for possible future
room is @ 24longx14wide. wired for 5.1, but could put 7.1 in easily

im not 100% sure what i want yet
just looking for options
most of the names mentioned i know.
been looking for a deal for a month or so, figured with christmas around the corner more might be popping up