Getting New receiver. Need Help!! (1 Viewer)

[castruba]

Hello, This is my first post. I am looking for a receiver to replace a Bose 321. I have bought the speakers already. I have Cerwin Veaga VE-5M book shelf speakers with a Velodyne dps-12. So this will start out as a 2.1 system and will be upgraded in the future. My TV is a 57’’ Ultravision CRT 1080i with only component inputs. I will also have a Blu-Ray player Bdps-350. My room size is about 15x20 with standard ceiling height. I love to watch movies and listen to music. My price limit is for the receiver is $350. I have three receivers in mind, the Marantz sr4002 for $339, the Denon Avr- 1508 $220 and The Harman Kardon Avr-154 $254. I want a receiver that will at least fill the room as well or better than the 321. This is supposed to be an upgrade. I would not prefer Sony, Pioneer, or even Yamaha or Onkyo. I know they make good receivers, but I’ve been biased towards these companies for a long time. Other recommendations are welcome.
Thanks

 

[gene c]

Of those three it would be Marantz for me without blinking. In case you didn't know, AC4L.com also has the 5002 as a factory refurb for $299.

 

[David Willow]

Not sure why you have a bias against Onkyo, but it is worth looking at the 606. Excellent features, power, and in your price range.

 

[castruba]

I love Onkyo, and used to sell them at circuit city. I Just had my heart set on one of the three i listed, but i will take a look at the 606, thanks.

 

[castruba]

Would marantz's warranty cover the 5002 bought from AC4L.com. If so that's a great deal. Thanks

 

[Mark-P]

Uh, isn't the bdp-s350 a SONY???

 

[gene c]

Ac4l is an authorized Marantz dealer so the warranty would be covered by Marantz. Ac4l also offers extended warranties thru a third party for a reasonable cost.

 

[castruba]

Wow that's awesome, thanks so much i'm leaning toward the 5002 heavily. Thanks very very much.

 

[castruba]

the s350 is a blu-ray player and not a receiver. I trust sony with blu-ray as they pioneered it. Receivers on the other hand i would like to leave up to more reputable companies.