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  1. A

    Right AV receiver for Sony Shake 6D Speakers

    I have Sony Shake 6D : Specs : https://www.sony.co.in/electronics/support/audio-systems-shake-series/shake-6d/specifications User Manual : https://www.sony.co.in/electronics/support/res/manuals/4462/44628171M.pdf Problem is that the AV Receiver is busted and can't be repaired by Sony, now I...
  2. M

    Passive Subwoofer with regular speaker wiresto go

    Bought a house that has this setup 4 speakers in ceiling 2 speakers in front wall 1 center speaker on wall 2 8” passive subwoofers on wall (Dayton Audio CS8SW-88 8" In-Wall Dual Voice Coil Subwoofer) All connection wires are coming to a different room ( all 7 speakers are banana plugs but...
  3. Ronald Epstein

    Denon Introduces DRA-800H Hi-Fi Stereo Network Receiver

    Denon Introduces New Hi-Fi Stereo Network Receiver The DRA-800H Blends Denon’s Legacy of Hi-Fi with an Advanced HDMI Video Section, Voice-Controllable Wireless Music and Traditional Audio Capabilities VISTA, Calif. (June 18, 2019) — Today Denon®, a leading manufacturer of premium home...
  4. J

    Looking for a budget 4k receiver

    I'm looking to spend about $300 or less for a 4k receiver. CNet's top pick is the Onkyo TX-NR585 for $290. It seems to have all the features I will need. I do not have a 4k TV yet. I only use a 3.1 system in our family room, and that will not change in the future. What do you guys suggest...
  5. G

    Help connecting DTV box to a Kenwood vr receiver

    I recently picked up a used Kenwood 1080VR receiver so I could run my TV sound through it. I have DirecTv and my TV is a Samsung UN32M5300AF. On the rear of the DTV box there is an orange digital audio port and of course a hdmi port. On the back of the TV there is an optical cable port. I...
  6. JayAre

    TCL 4k HDR pass though Receiver/Soundbar?

    I have been wanting to add in my Vizio SB4051-C0 to my TCL 55S403 but couldn't get the ARC working and still be able to get 4k HDR passthrough Picture always dropped to HD. I then bought a 4K Receiver (Sony STR-DN840) that is supposed to support 4K Passthrough but for the life of me I cant get...
  7. H

    Setting up first Home Theater system with older Panasonic SA-HE100 receiver

    Hi all. I'm a newbie here, trying to set up a Home Theater system with an older Panasonic SA-HE100 receiver I've had sitting around for years. I've had it playing through a pair of Bose 901 speakers recently, and they sound great. But recently got some Klipsch R14M speaker to attach to the other...
  8. Aldens

    LG C8: Receiver\Speakers Recommendation

    Hello, I just recently bought a LG C8. I never bought a receiver before so i need some help picking one and speakers with it. I think 5.1 would be enough but would like the option to upgrade to 7.1 later. I would like if it possible 2 tower speakers front. For the 1 in the middle and the 2 in...
  9. Z

    AV Receiver Multi-Zone Question

    Hi All! Thanks for helping a newb! Planned Setup for Great Room: 2 Definitive Technology Front/High Speakers 1 Definitive Technology Center Speaker 4 Def Tech Ceiling Speakers I also want to run 2 speakers to my back deck from the Receiver that will support dual zone. My choice right now is...
  10. Todd Erwin

    Marantz SR5008 7.2 Receiver

    SOLD
  11. M

    Calling AV enthusiasts! Custom Cinema £50,000 to spend on hardware, would love help with decisions..

    Hello everyone, I am a novice in this area and would be very grateful for any help with finalising the hardware spec list for our cinema build. Although I am no expert on the 'tech' side of things I do greatly appreciate a beautiful picture and sound (hence this build!) and really want to get...
  12. Scott DeToffol

    AV Receiver: time for an upgrade

    After 17 years, I think I'm due for an AV receiver upgrade. I've been happy with the 5.1 performance of my trusty Nakamichi AV-10, but I want something new and fun. Here's what I'm looking for: Ample power to drive my B&W 603 S2s and Velodyne FSX-12 sub. I plan on running 5.1.2 by adding front...
  13. L

    Receiver shopping for future Atmos

    Shopping for a new receiver but I'm a bit confused on something. I'd be looking at future state as a 5.1.2 setup, or 7.1.2 at most. My question being what should I be looking for in a 7 channel receiver, that will allow me the ability to add an amp for a 9 channel setup down the road? Also, is...
  14. C

    Dolby Atmos add on Receiver?

    Hey everyone! I don't know if I came to the right place but I currently own a recently new Denon 7.1 reciever, without Atmos or dts-x support . Thing is I would like to add overhead channels , but without buying a new 1000 dollar receiver. Does anyone know of a way to add Dolby Atmos or overhead...
  15. Bruce Morrison

    Problem with Denon receiver shutting off

    I've had a very strange problem with my Denon AVR-X4100WE2 receiver. When I play my US Blu-ray of 'The Favourite', the receiver is shutting itself off at 50' 41" into the movie at the point when there is a loud gunshot on the soundtrack. The volume is set to 68 dB, which is my usual volume...
  16. S

    Bose Acoustimass 7 - What type of receiver?

    Hi What is the compatible reasonably priced sound receiver that is needed for Bose Acoustimass 7? Looking for a compatible one which is not too pricey Thanks
  17. Dave Moritz

    Marantz SR-8012 11 Channel Receiver Review

    Review Of The Marantz SR-8012 11 Channel Surround Receiver By Dave Moritz Date: November 2018 Posted: March 2019 A special thank you goes out to a good friend who was also my consultant through the entire reseach phase and made my purchase possible! Jon Gomes I have been I have been with...
  18. dkelly210

    JVC TH-S11 Speakers - Can i use with a different/new AV Receiver?

    Hi all - new to the forum and already see alot of helpful people here - so thank you for any help in advance. I'd like to get your opinion on the following if possible please.. I have a set of 5.1 speakers from a JVC TH-S11 system (the original receiver died last week and have been told it...
  19. Bruce Morrison

    Do I need a new receiver for playing UHD discs?

    Hi everyone, I've been using Blu-ray for a long time and I'm now planning to upgrade to 4K/UHD by buying a new 4K TV and a new 4K disc player. However I intend to continue using my current 5.1 audio set-up (i.e. I'm not planning to upgrade to Dolby ATMOS, etc.) I'm currently using a Denon...
  20. M

    Onkyo Receiver Issues and Questions

    I just purchased a new Onkyo TX-NR575 receiver to replace my old Onkyo to use with my existing speakers. With this receiver, I have to have the volume at 60+ for the TV to be at a normal volume. My old receiver usually had the volume at 25 and it was almos too loud. Is it normal for the volume...
  21. T

    Help with AV receiver, I think?

    Hi, Was wondering if anyone here could help me please. I recently came across an old system which is a Bravia BDV-IT1000 (I believe) I have all the speakers and the sub but I can't find the receiver? Will any receiver work with these or could someone recommend one please? Not looking to spend...
  22. R

    Splitter and AV receiver

    Hi All hope someone can help HDMI 4K HDR splitter 1x4 directly from the cable box. All my tv's work for video no problem but with this setup audio to all except the projector which has no audio except hdmi. If I run the cable box directly to the 9.2 Onkyo 787 and then to the splitter sound...
  23. J

    2 Sub outputs on receiver and 2 inputs on 1 subwoofer..use both?

    My receiver (Denon AVRX3500) has left and right subwoofer outputs. I just purchased a subwoofer that has left and right inputs. I don't really want to use a second subwoofer. Should I connect cables to both inputs from both outputs on the receiver or should I just connect one of the two channels?
  24. Don Pattee

    Marantz separates vs av receiver

    I'm still researching between Pioneer Elite (which is what I've had for the past 18 years), Marantz, and Anthem... But while looking at Marantz I realized I had a question. I'm at the cusp of being able to get in to separates, but being able to do it in a couple steps would be easier. What...
  25. Spottedfeather

    Stereo Isn't Stereo...

    A bit of a weird issue I discovered last night. I was hooking my vcr back up to test out some tapes, and came across something weird. At first, I thought there wasn't any sound, but it was just that I had to turn up the volume...a lot. This is where the issue came in. The sound seemed to be...
  26. S

    Receiver shopping for future Atmos

    Shopping for a new receiver but I'm a bit confused on something. I'd be looking at future state as a 5.1.2 setup, or 7.1.2 at most. My question being what should I be looking for in a 7 channel receiver, that will allow me the ability to add an amp for a 9 channel setup down the road? Also, is...
  27. B

    Smaller Width A/V Receiver?

    I need an A/V receiver. Nothing special, 5.1 is fine, 3 or 4 4K inputs, maybe Dolby Atmos. But i need it to be 16.5" wide or less.Have not found one that small, almost all are 17.1", smallest I've found is 16 15/16, but that's still too wide for my cabinet. And getting a new cabinet is not an...
  28. C

    LG TV with Bluetooth — surround sound receiver

    I have a LG Smart TV. I am having issues running a sound cable to my receiver in another room...behind a wall. My question: is is “possible” to run my Sound from the TV, to the receiver for surround sound playback...by connecting over Bluetooth from TV to Reciever?
  29. P

    Recommendations for Compact Speaker

    I just finished wiring my family room for 5.1 surround sound and I am looking at starting to choose speakers and a receiver. The room is rectangular at 14x15 ft with 9ft, flat ceiling. As this is our family room, my wife is very adamant about it not turning into a home theater with an...
  30. Mr645

    Help choosing a receiver (Pioneer, Marantz, Denon)

    Need to upgrade a Pioneer VSX-32 to something that can pass 4k. I am using external amplification so need pre outs for 7 channels. the front mains are bi-amped and I am actually running 5.1 speakers. Anyway, the Pioneer LX-503 has the preouts as do similarly priced models from Marantz SR5012...
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