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I'm considering buying a Pioneer VSX-D914K and I'm soliciting opinions. First a little about me and my room: - I'm looking for the best sound I can get for under $400, and preferably closer to $300. - My current speakers are: JBL 3800 mains (3-way, 8" woofers) JBL 2600 surrounds (2-way...

You make some good points Jon. Thank you, and thanks to all who have responded. I'm less enthused about the THX rating of the Kenwood than I originally was, so once again, I am juggling the merits of a few different options. After I narrow the choices down to three or four, I'll start a new...

My speakers are: Center -- JBL EC-35 Front -- JBL 3800s (3-way, 8" woofers) Surround -- JBL 2600s (2-way, 6" woofers) Sub -- Hsu STF-2 My parents bought the fronts and surrounds about 15 years ago. They've been used very lightly, and are in excellent shape. They're not a perfect match...

I'm researching a new receiver purchase, and I want to get the best-sounding receiver possible for under $400. I was primarily considering Onkyo, Denon, HK, and Yamaha, but then I came across the Kenwood VR-7080 -- a THX Select Certified product for around $320. Once the Kenwood popped up on...

Several days ago I posted asking for advice similar to what Matt was requesting. The difference was that I (will soon) have a fairly large room, with cathedral ceilings, and I was concerned as to whether the STF-2 would have sufficient power for the room. Two or three people responded to me with...

This thread is very timely for me. Like Matt, I too am looking for a new sub, and I'm also looking to stay under $400. Based on what I've read here, as well as other research I've been doing, I'm definitely leaning towards the STF-2 from CompUSA (~$367 w/ tax) instead of the CHT-12 from one of...