Denon 2803 has better preamps than the RX-V3300? (1 Viewer)

[NickSP]

I am helping a friend setup a system with either of these two receivers as a prepro with a Parasound amp. On paper the Denon has a better preamp with the Melody 100 processor chip and two (2) DACs per channel. We listened to these receivers and could not judge a clear winner so I am looking for suggestions. Anyone?

 

[Chuck Kent]

I've been using Denon receivers as pre/pros for a few years and have been quite pleased. For me, in my setup, I prefer the Denon's features and user friendliness. Thus my choice of Denon... YMMV!