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Alex: As I mentioned in your other thread, Denon's website does indicate the 5803 does the same type of video format conversion as the 49TX (ie, all video inputs converted to component output). The difference is that the 49TX has on-screen display with the component output and the Denon does...

RobertG: There is no problem at all with balancing the surround channels when using an external amp to power the front three channels. In fact, with the load of the front channels off the power supply, I found the level of the surrounds calibrated lower due to increased current. By itself...

Alex: You are now at a point that I consider purely subjective territory. You are attempting to compare two products that are going to be so close in virtually every area of performance that it will be a toss-up more often than not. Where the Pioneer might have a slight edge in something...

I'm using an Acurus A200x3 to power my front three channels with the 49TX acting as preamp/processor with the internal amps driving the four surround channels. By itself, the 49TX is an exceptional receiver. I had no complaints with its sound. Indeed, it is the best sounding receiver I have...

Rajee, I just noticed you went with an Acurus A200x5. You failed to post a review as far as I recall ;). I expect your CDM's are thanking for it everytime you turn the rig on, but how about a few comments of your own.

Rajee is correct. I did replace a B&K 307 with the 49TX. On 2-channel music, the B&K is a stellar performer, and I might give it a very small edge over the 49TX in this one area. However, for multi-channel and movie soundtracks, the 49TX is the hands-down winner for me. In the area of...