gl4662

Receiver Recommendations

Hey guys, I will be getting my first home theatre system! I'm going with the SVS-SBS 01 speakers, and their PCI or PCI plus cylinder subwoofer. Now I have come to the conclusion from research that the Denon Receiver would be the one to go with. Which model would be best? I have a 1080p TV, PS3, and if I could connect my Ipod to it somehow that would be great. I'd like the best sound I can get for 500-700 dollars. Thanks!!

Panevino

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Hello!

I would recommend definitely -- especially for your price range -- the ONKYO line (specifically perhaps the step up from my model, the TX-SR606 with onboard decoding of all new codecs) or a DENON...those two brands are really doing the "best" receivers nowadays and I would recommend either brand to anyone. At $500 or less, you can get that Onkyo I recommended and it has 90 watts a channel and all the decoding for every format you would need -- I have the previous model, the 605, and it has the same specs as the 606 but with some different additions...

I want to get an SVS sub, as a side note, as I have heard their subs shake home theaters to their foundations...the 10" Polk I have now just isn't cuttin' it!

Panevino

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Originally Posted by Panevino Hello! I would recommend definitely -- especially for your price range -- the ONKYO line (specifically perhaps the step up from my model, the TX-SR606 with onboard decoding of all new codecs) or a DENON...those two brands are really doing the "best" receivers nowadays and I would recommend either brand to anyone. At $500 or less, you can get that Onkyo I recommended and it has 90 watts a channel and all the decoding for every format you would need -- I have the previous model, the 605, and it has the same specs as the 606 but with some different additions...I haven't had any problems with power on this unit...I don't think you'll need more than the Onkyo's 90 watts per channel unless you're in a real theater-sized room. I want to get an SVS sub, as a side note, as I have heard their subs shake home theaters to their foundations...the 10" Polk I have now just isn't cuttin' it!

Panevino

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Sorry...I tried to edit my post to you but couldn't find the edit key!

Paul Kemp

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I would go second hand with that budget, and I would go with either Denon or Pioneer

gl4662

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Let's say I could go a bit higher budget wise, what exact model denon or pioneer should I go with? I want the system to sound better than the bose acousticmass, I will be running svs sbs speakers and their cylinder sub pci or pci plus. Thanks guys!

Panevino

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Originally Posted by gl4662 Let's say I could go a bit higher budget wise, what exact model denon or pioneer should I go with? I want the system to sound better than the bose acousticmass, I will be running svs sbs speakers and their cylinder sub pci or pci plus. Thanks guys!

Did you consider the Onkyos I suggested? Their receivers, and Denons, are good and are a top consideration for most folks...

gl4662

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Yes, I did sorry I didn't ask for that lol. So the denons and onykos how do they compare to yamaha? My friend says that the onykos aren't as good as a brand. Thanks guys!!

gl4662

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Also, do you guys recommend that I source the receiver online for a better deal or just get them from best buy or something?

gene c

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In that price range I'd look at the Denon 888 and 988, Onkyo 805, Yamaha 863 and 1700, Pioneer Elite 91txh and the new 1018 when it becomes available, and the Marantz 4002 or 5002 if you can find one at your price from an authorized dealer. I buy most of my stuff on-line these days. Just make sure the website is an authorized dealer for the brand you are buying. Check the brands website to verify that the seller really is an authorized dealer. I like to use PriceGrabber.com to check on the latest prices. You can sort by brand, price, features, etc. There is no perfect receiver, in any price range. But there are many very good ones, including a few I may have neglected to mention. A factory refurb is another option, and it comes with a warranty. For Denon, check here for refurb Denons. If you haven't found it yet, it's on the bottom of your post next to the "Quote" and "Quick Reply" buttons. I just used mine! Don't forget to hit the "Save" botton above it.