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I'm living with my Yamaha RX-V1 and really need to get into a receiver with both power and digital processing capabilities as I'm going to purchase a new 4K HDTV. I'd put this receiver to good use if I won it.

My Polk LSi's are 4 ohm and why I want to use the amps in my RX-V1 receiver. Tnx for the response.

I run Polk LSi series all around in my 5.1 setup. Connecting Directv receiver, cd player, dvd player and a yet to be decided 1080p hdtv. Tnx for the info on the Yamaha receivers.

I'm an old retiree living in the dark ages with a Yamaha RX-V1 doing everything in my 5.1 home theater. I'm getting ready to update some of my system with a new smart hdtv but will be retaining my power hungry speakers. As my receiver has a beast of an amplifier in it, I was thinking of going...

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Shane, starting another thread would probably be a good idea. IMHO the 602's, B&W's top of the line bookshelf size speaker, is the way to go regardless of room size. I don't care if your talking Lexus or B&W, when you get to the top of the line, quality manufactures like to show their...

Shane, The DM600's would be my choice for rears - quality but not too expensive. Either DM601 or 602 S3's would be good fronts if you want bookshelf size mains. Also, they're timbre matched with the center you listed - very important. Note that these speakers dip near the 3 ohm range, so...

Shane I'm curious as to why you picked basic surrounds for your front mains? Looking at B&W's site, that's what their described purpose is. The rears you listed are very sophisticated units designed for upscale systems. Might want to rethink your selections. Trying to be helpful and not...

Shane, I rather doubt your receiver has the pre-outs necessary to utilize a separate power amp(s). Even if it does, I would be hesitant because of it's overall limitations not to mention cost effectiveness. As pointed out in a previous post, your receiver tested at 31 watts/channel; no...

Shane, Arthur has it right. Go pick the speakers and give them a try. And remember, if you're going with a good sub the front mains need not necessarily be floor standing. After seeing the power numbers that Arthur posted, I'm sure a larger receiver will make a significant difference...

Shane, the two channel amp would be receiver pre-out to your front main speakers. Most receivers have sufficent power to drive the center and surrounds. Problem is that speaker loudness is not linear / balanced in this config- uration. It's a patch at best. If you get into a 5/6/7 channel...

Shane Your choice of speakers will determine your amplification needs, so do that first. Speakers with a low nominal impedence, i.e. 4 ohms, do not perform well with mid-priced receivers. That is not to say that you should discount them, just be aware that you'll need to take another...

Shane: Yamaha recently announced the release date and new features for the RX-V2600. With that in mind, the RX-V2500 should be coming down; they're available now for under $700 delivered. This unit is similar to the 5890. Keep in mind that most of us have found that "too much power is never...

Sony has came out with a camera that records directly to DVD. This format will soon be making cameras using tape of any format a thing of the past. My JVC mini DV is OK but isn't Sony quality -- too sensitive to dirt, etc.

Dan, the two yamaha receivers you're looking at are really far apart. The RX-V1300 has been touted as a best under $1K receiver and has the power supply build quality to handle difficult to drive speakers. Some folks on this forum change equipment like I change socks while others live with their...

If you can make the stretch up to the Panasonic SA-HE200 you'd be getting the biggest bang for the buck in the receiver market IMHO. It's not upgraded, but a completely different receiver that compares with other "status receivers" that cost twice as much. It has a MOSFET amp section that can...

In the greater LA area Paradigm dealers try to hold the discount down to 20%. I did find one that does mostly custom high end installs that would order me anything at 25% off, cash up front. As for your local dealer that's selling "wolf tickets", how could you possibly trust him on anything...

I was wondering if it is possible to feed a second room/tv with an analog feed while watching/recording something else using TiVo. Just trying to get around a second room receiver using a dual tuner TiVo. Will this work????

I have several VCR's and was hoping the DirecTV TiVo had an analog output I could use for whatever. Just a thought as I'm blind here.

I'm contemplating going DirecTV and need your recommendation on which receiver and recorder setup is best. I don't know if I should go TiVo or some other receiver/hard disc combo. I would like to have PIP for simultaneous recording. Additionally, if you know of any screaming deals in SoCal...

Speakers determine the parameters an amplifier must operate in. Quite often mid-priced receivers do well when driving speakers that stay close to the infamous "nominal 8 ohms". But when the same receiver is hooked up to something like Paradigm 100's, PSB Goldi's or any other such speaker that...

I've been shopping/comparing recently and hit a high end shop in LA to check out Paradigm Studio 100's. After spending a couple of hours with them, on my way out the door I checked some Monitor towers and the Studio 60's. The 60's blew the socks off everything IMHO. It was set up with a small, 8...

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Who else other than Yamaha can competently repair a receiver using their proprietary ( you can't get it ) IC's and processors. I personally would pay the extra and buy from an authorized dealer rather than take my chances. There's nothing like factory repair work IMHO. Put the purchase on one of...

Great post Adam. Yamaha has made lots of improvements to satisfy the music folk. Once you get to their 1000 series up, they're a whole different animal. As far as the RX-V1 and the RX-V3300 compare, you're correct about their amp sections being very similar and too much horsepower is never...

Check Yamaha's website for features and specs on the RX-V1. I think you'll find it lacks DDPLII and Neo:6 which may or may not be important to you. Their proprietary 44 bit processor can do just about anything you could want and you're getting a receiver with real power down to 2 ohms. The...

Check out the Yamaha Receiver Series thread posted on 1-18. I think you'll find the RX-v1300 is virtually the same product with pre-outs. Beware that you get it from an authorized Yamaha dealer for warranty purposes. I see it on ebay from authorized dealers for under $600. If you're at spending...

Wayne, Did you have a chance to compare Polk's Lsi15's and their Rti150's??? I'm shopping and have the 15's on my short list but haven't heard their 150's. If you/anyone could give me some feedback I'd appreciate it.

I agree with Shane; you really need to audition speakers. After reading all the great reviews on Paradigm Studio 100's, I was ready to buy, even had a pair in real wood lined up. When I spent an afternoon with them I knew they weren't my cup of beer; in fact I liked the Studio 60's with a quick...

I punched NAD T752 into yahoo's search engine and found a $725 price but don't know if it's an authorized dealer. Also, DMC-Electronics in Garden Grove, CA will deal and is an authorized dealer; talk to David. He's YAWA's main competition an the left coast. Please let us know how your search...