Anyone have a Denon 1603? (1 Viewer)

[Dan D Burke]

I'm thinking about getting and would like some opinions about this receiver.

Thanks,
Dan

 

[JamieS]

I owned one for almost a year.

It was an OK receiver for the price.

If you want to drive some efficient speakers in a smaller room it should do well. I found the music side kinda thin and harsh compared to my current reciever (admittedly a rotel that costs 3 times as much).

I guess it depends on what you are comparing it to. If it is a comparable or cheaper JVC, Pioneer Sony or Yamaha then I think it is probaly better. If $ budget is tight and you want a NEW reciever you should be happy with it. If you can stretch up some $ to say a Denon 2803 or NAD T752 you'lll be in a whole other class.

If your future plans are limited it should be a good value and provide you with a step up from the "cheap stuff" if you have asperations of expansion then you might find it limited as it has no pre outs and only 5 channels.

 

[Alex-F-V]

I have it and it is awesome for the price!
By the price I mean $200 dollars at www.6Ave.com and it IS a certified Denon dealer.
I have it running a take5.2 setup and it has never faltered, and is sounds great.
I would Highly reccomend this reciver.

 

[larry mac]

Alex-F-V,

That unit is now listed at $245.

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