[DavidShlapak]

Hey, all. Almost certainly at least a near-FAQ, but...

I'm looking for a 7.1 receiver in the $1-2K price range. My current system is built around a Rotel RSX-965, which I like. So I'm considering the RSX-1067 for my new setup, but it's at the high end of my price range so I'm wondering if there's something a little...er, more modest...that might do the trick. Is there any consensus--or even just a couple of popular recommendations--out there?

One unit that I've seen that looks promising is the Yamaha RX-V2600; I'd love to hear about any experiences with that.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Cheers.

--- das

PS --- Sorry, meant to also say that this is mainly going to be used for movies & TV; maybe 90/10 between that and music.

[Chris Rock]

Maybe the Denon 3806?

It compares pretty evenly with the Yamaha you mentioned (I'm also looking at that one).

[John S]

I dunno, what does a Denon 4806 go for? Seems you may be able to find one for around that.

H/K has their 7000 series. I mean, you can get flagship/very near flagship level for $2000 easy.


I sure have been exceedingly pleased with my Denon 4802 for a long time now. Flagship level AVR's are pretty impressive and special in my opinion.

I don't see how you could go wrong with these level AVR's from any of the main stream guys really.

Let us know what you decide though for sure.

[Arthur S]

Well John, the 4806 lists for $3,500 but perhaps with your connections you can help him find one for between $1K-$2K.

The HK 7300 is readily available for $1,300 delivered, but the fan noise problem........

The Denon 3806 is probably not a bad suggestion.