greggor
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- Jan 6, 1999
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- Greg
I'm currently researching replacing my B&K AVR507 with a new receiver with HDMI capabilities. I've loved the power and sound quality of my B&K over the past 7 years so it's going to be very difficult to let go. Unfortunately though it's become to antiquated to be a seamless part of my current HT set-up. Must have's: HDMI input on the front of my new unit. USB port on the front panel MP3 Jack on the front panel Warm sound capable of adequately powering my Paradigm studio 60's A remote which is intuitive and capable of truly controlling everything Newtork capable using wireless and a LAN connection Reliable with good build quality I also have a few questions regarding HDMI switching. If I have all of my components connected via HDMI running through the receiver will the unit have to be on in order to view programming through my HD display? I would assume that components are connected to the TV using the optical cable for sound with the unit off, is this correct? Here's what I've reserached so far. Denon 3312CI - concerns: May not be powerful enough for my speakers. Remote control Denon 4311Ci - concerns: Seems adequate for what I need. Price is higher than I would like to spend. Denon 4310Ci - concerns: Not quite as powerful as the 4311CI. Price is more in line with budget. Not sure if I would miss the features not common with the current 4XXX model. My budget is less than 1500.00. Pioneer Elites are overpriced IMO (UPDATED) The SC55 seems like it could be an option and is well priced. The Onkyo 809 interests me but I'm not familiar with Onkyo and have read about quality and reliablity issues with the new 809. I appreciate any and all recommendations. Greg