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Consider that the Onkyo has an adjustable crossover while it seems that the Yamaha is still fixed at 90Hz. The Onkyo also has a 60Mhz component video bandwidth, vs. 30Mhz for the Yamaha. So if you aren't planning to upgrade to an external amp, the Onkyo is certainly a viable choice. And of...

No, receivers generally do not have an amplified subwoofer channel. You will need an external amplifier if you wish to hook up a non-powered sub.

The Yamaha RX-V730 with a retail of $599, RX-V630 at $499, and the Pioneer VSX-D811S at $475, all of which were mentioned in Richard's links will give you 6.1. There are a number of receivers that can do that for you already though. The Denon 2802 which can be found around $500 online comes to...

Colin, just wondering, where did you find the Yamaha RX-V1200 for $500? I can't find it under $600. At $500 it would be a no-brainer to me. It's got you covered with full DPLII, DD-EX, DTS-ES, center channel EQ, and even nice 60MHz component video switching. DPLII is important if you listen...

No manufacturer's warranty? - Yes, this is true. Some dealers offer their own warranties however, and some people have luck getting service even if they bought from an unauthorized dealer. Illegal? - No, unauthorized does not equal illegal. Although illegal would equal unauthorized :). To...

Edit: Sorry, I guess reliableaudiovideo.com is not authorized for any of their products. I guess that you are right, although I think if you bought from a true authorized dealer (jandr for example, which has excellent pricing) that later went out of business, your warranty would still be valid.

Thanks Scott, I didn't realize it was missing the full DPL2. So now it's the low-end Onkyos and the H/K's missing those options. Does anyone know if the Denons, Yamahas, and Marantz' have full DPL2? EDIT: Found a thread with the information I was looking for. Anyone who also wants to know...

After a few months of reading up on the subject and viewing the forums, I am preparing to make my first foray into the world of HT with an A/V receiver. It will be used mainly for HT and some Xbox usage :). I don't have any speakers yet (I will probably use some JBL HLS 610's for the time...

Hmmm...That 730 is looking quite attractive as long as it's got good sound and a good component video switcher. If so, I'd say it would definitely hold its own vs. the Denon 2802 or Onkyo 696.

For a sub, you could get a SVS 25-31PC under $700. The other powered subs will be a bit more. Or you could go with one from the CS series and get a cheaper amp (or the Samson that SVS sells). For the receivers, I would say the Outlaw and H/K are a step above the Denon and Onkyo. Maybe the...

Depends on what you want. The Denon 1802 has pre-outs for all channels except the rear surrounds; all that you need and nothing that you don't. I believe it is pretty much the cheapest well-regarded receiver that will give you pre-outs. You said that the receiver will "drive the subwoofer"...

Jandr.com is NOT listed as an authorized internet dealer at H/K's Website. However, they do offer a one-year manufacturer's warranty on the H/K products. The dealers listed at H/K's site seem to offer two-year warranties.

If I had the money, I would get the RXV-1200. But $619 is $100 to $150 more than what you can get the H/K 320 for. I also feel the H/K has other things going for it, so I can't justify spending the extra money on the Yamaha.

At this price range, you will probably be better off going with bookshelves and buying (or making) two pairs of stands. I would suggest two pairs of Paradigm Titans or Atoms at around $180-$200 a pair. Then get a CC-170 at $150-$200. Or, you could go the PSB route. Look here for B-stock...

Kelly, Here is a quote from crutchfield.com:

Check out etronics.com. The Yamaha is priced at $864.99. I don't think etronics is an authorized dealer though. Yamaha has an authorized dealer search Link Removed.

You could go with a $500 or cheaper 27" TV, a Kenwood HTB-504, and a $150 DVD player. Or you could switch the Kenwood out for a cheap receiver and some ~$200 main speakers such as Paradigm Titans or Atoms. Other speakers could come later. I really don't think that it is impossible to get a...

Most people seem to prefer running video to the receiver. It will give you a little signal degradation, varying with each receiver. However, most people agree that the advantages outweigh this disadvantage. Using your receiver allows you to hook things up if you don't have enough inputs on...

Here is one from Parts Express. You will have to buy a few other parts in order to use it, however. I don't know how much the other converters cost, but $18.40 (13.80 + .65 + 3.95) is fairly reasonable. http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/pshow...number=180-960 Here are the two other required...

The Yamaha also has the advantage of component video switching. If you are able to use it, that's a definite bonus.

Yes, yahoo! shopping is cheap, but they are not authorized dealers. Denon.com has a list of authorized online retailers, and all of them offer next to no discount on the products. I am considering buying a 2802, and I will probably take my chances with a yahoo! shop. But if something goes...

Reggie, where are you getting the $550 price for the Denon 2802? Is that from an authorized dealer? All the authorized dealers online that I have found have terrible prices, around $800.

I'd agree to upgrade the front speakers first. Looking ahead from that, your next best bet would probably be to buy a new receiver. I'd take a look at some of the Onkyos and Denons in your price range, starting with the Onkyo 595 and Denon 1802. You could also take a look at Kenwood, Yamaha...

Ben, I have this Panasonic flat-screen TV. It has one component input, and two S-Video/Composite inputs. I don't know if you want to spend $550, but it is a nice TV.

Paradigm Atoms and Titans can be had for sub-$200 as well. Definitely worth checking out.

You're absolutely right. The only reasons to let the receiver do video switching would be because the TV does not have enough inputs, or simply for convenience's sake.

Jeff, what is it that sets the Yamaha apart from the competition? The main thing that I see is the component video switching (Kenwood 509 has this), an on-screen display, and extra soundfields. Other than that, the Denon 1802, Onkyo 595, and Kenwood 509 seem like a fairly even match. The...

How short on cash for the sub? For $150-$200 there is the Sony SA WM40, for $400 there is the Adire Audio Rava, and at $500 you can get a HSU VTF-2. And of course, there are SVS subwoofers. You can start and $369, which will get you a 25-31CS, but you will need to provide amplification at...

Remember, the 1802 does have pre-amps for all channels except the surrounds. That's a feature that you don't see often in many comparable receivers (Kenwood VR-509, Onkyo 595, etc.).

Looks like only the Onkyo 696 has it. You'll have to find someone who has that model to comment on it.