Suggestions for receiver for first-time purchaser? (1 Viewer)

[chumkey]

I'm new to home theatre equipment, and I just moved into a condo with surround sound built in. There are 2 rear speakers overhead opposite the tv, and 3 speakers in the wall surrounding the tv. I know a little about what type of receiver I'm looking for, but I was curious if anyone had any good suggestions for which brand/model to go with. I'm not looking to spend a lot, and it will be connected with a 42" 1080p Sharp, a standard dvd player, fios, and a Wii. I definitely don't need anything too fancy. Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

 

[Jeff Gatie]

Best bang for the buck (IMHO) are the Onkyos. Pick a budget and buy the model that fits.

 

[Jim Mcc]

How can we help you without a budget? How many HDMI inputs? 5.1 or 7.1?

 

[Dave Moritz]

-Depends on your budget.
-How many HDMI's inputs do you need/want
-Are you willing to make certain consesions if you choose a low end model?
-5.1 or 7.1 channels

 

[chumkey]

I appreciate the comments. Like I said, I'm new to this forum so to some extent I'm still learning what questions to ask...

Budget - I'd like to stay in the $500 or less range if possible. Once I get a better idea of what equipment would be most suitable for my setup, I might be willing to go higher if it makes sense.

5.1 - we already have the 5 speakers set up in the walls. I don't see us getting 2 more any time soon. Seems like 5.1 should be fine. That said, I'll need to pick up a sub as well.

HDMI - Need at least 2, and a 3rd would be nice for a potential extra component down the road.

I'm definitely willing to make concessions for lower end models. This will be basically my first home theater setup, so I don't know if I would really miss or notice some of the things that more experienced purchasers would look for and need. Later down the road, I'll have a much better idea of what I'll be looking for in an upgrade.

Thanks again for your help!

 

[Jeff Gatie]

Onkyo 607 - www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR607-7-2-Channel-Surround-Receiver/dp/B001VEI2KO/ref=sr_1_1

Best bang for the buck IMHO. 4 HDMI, HD audio for Blu-ray, good power, great Audyssey setup. Note it is 7.1, but every 7.1 is reconfigurable to 5.1.

 

[Dave Moritz]

Hey Chumkey,


Sorry I have not been around HTF much and especially since I had problems with a former roommate. Did you end up with a receiver? If so what did you get? Or are you still looking around?