When I visit my dad, we use the same set up: headphone jack to receiver. His receiver was bought in the 80's (I don't know the brand) and it comes through clear as a bell. Just like when I plug in can headphones to my devices, it comes out clear as a bell. The only set up that I have used where...
I seem to have you guys focusing on the wrong part of the equation. There is nothing wrong with the source. This affects YouTube, Internet radio, Netflix, MP3s, AVIs.... I can play the same MP3 or AVI through my PS3 and then play it through the stereo connection via my tablet or laptop and it...
I've got a Denon AVR-3803, which is a bit old, but still works fantastically. However, the most convenient way for me to play music in my living room would be to attach a phone/tablet/etc to the stereo jack. (I use my PS3 for that a lot, but it's interface is really annoying and it has a habit...