Hi Brent, A key question here is whether you want to run different sources simultaneously - like watching a dvd in your main room but have music playing somewhere else in the house. If not, switch boxes like the Niles will work.
Scott, Went through the same decision several months ago. The deciding factor for me is that the 3802 has built in amplification to support multi-room capability. While the 2802 supports multi-room, it requires an outboard amp. When using the 3802 internal amps, you lose 6/7 channels but the...
I know this is an incendiary topic but would like to contribute my $00.02 with the preface that I really appreciate the work that goes into administrating a site with so much activity.
I used to be a regular visitor - more of a lurker than contributor because I was in learning mode. The...
Hi Richard,
I've been using a unit from Niles for several years for the same purposes. Can't remember what I paid for it but it was not expensive - like less than $150. My store also had a unit from Adcom but it could only manage 4 sets of remote speakers - the Niles does 6. Whatever you buy...
Warren,
I've had a ProSub 100tl for about a year and could not be happier. This sub does not get much airplay on this forum but after listening to quite a few other pieces before purchasing, it sounded the best to me. As suggested in another post though, you should think hard about going for...
Hey Don,
I'm from Beaverton and shopping bookshelves too for a second system. Where did you find the NHT's? Thanks and after all this I hope you (and the SO) enjoy them.
Had my 3802 for about 5 weeks. Used it heavily for music and theater for the first month to decide whether I wanted to go to the 4802 and have not experienced this problem. I'm with Mark, if it happens at the same spot on the same cd it sure seems like it is the CD not the 3802.
Hi David,
Multi-zone was a primary issue for me recently when receiver shopping. Decided on the 3802 because it will require some serious work to get my room configured for rear surrounds - in the meanwhile I can use the 2 internal amps for the multi-zone (speakers on 2 decks, garage, office...
A month ago, just after the 7.2 was announced, my local dealer wanted $1100. For me it got down to the 7.1 versus a Denon 3802. I went with the 3802 but for $700 would have gone for the Integra.
I just went through this same decision and purchased the 3802. The deciding factor, as mentioned in a previous post, was the multi-room capability with internal amps. While that may not be a big deal now in your apartment, it might be something to consider for your house, especially if you have...