Another receiver decision post!! :) (1 Viewer)

[Jim Lyles]

Its time to upgrade my current receiver; Sony STR-DE945.
Here's a list of some receivers I have found that meet my current budget of $350.

Onkyo TX-SR502
TX-SR602

Harmon Kardon
AVR-320-Z
AVR-325-Z
AVR-330-Z

Pioneer 1014

(all the above will be a refurb)

Used Sony DA-50ES or something close.

This will be used to power JBL N38 fronts, N28 rears, N-center, and the sub out going to my trustworthy Saoy SAW40 (until I get my next bonus for a SVS ) This will be used in a small room; 14x18; and used for both movies and music. Thank you for any help or suggestions!!

 

[Kean-Hock Yeap]

The Panasonic digital receiver SA-XR55 seems to be very popular. You may also want to check it out. A new one can be had for less than 300 bucks.

 

[Jim Lyles]

I'll check it out. Anyone else??

 

[Thad~B]

I currently own a sr602 and I'm very pleased with it. The going rate is about $400 and change. Plenty of set up option to tweak your sound. I feel that this system has tons of power for my room size - 18.6 x 12.6.

Thats my two cents.....

 

[Citizen87645]

If you're okay with refurbs, the 602 is available at jr.com for $250.00. Shipping will probably run you $25-$30.

 

[Steven Sims]

You could get a new AVR 235 from jr.com as well for 349 shipped, if you don't want to mess with a refurb.

 

[Jim Lyles]

After doing more research, it looks like refurbs are a 50/50 or 60/40 chance of bad vs good. Looks like I may be better off buying new as I dont upgrade too often. Need something good for the long haul so to speak.

 

[Citizen87645]

My Onkyo refurb has been going strong for the past four years or so. I think there was an issue with the s-video switching but since I didn't use that feature I didn't bother to get it fixed. Warranty periods for Onkyo refurbs are the same as new...but if you can afford new and want the additional peace of mind, go for it!