Sony STR-DB790 vs STR-DB2000 (1 Viewer)

[Jean-Claude]

Hi,
Would anyone have advice/experience with the Sony STR-DB2000 ? Wondering if the benefit of a digital amplifier is worth the price difference (almost 2x).
I read excellent reviews on the DB790, what are the main contenders to consider ?
Many thanks for the help, new to this stuff and trying to get it right ...
JC

 

[John Garcia]

It was my understanding the current ES line was pulled from the market. To that end, I'd say look at something other than Sony. IMO, give a listen to Marantz, NAD, Harman Kardon, Denon, Onkyo.

 

[John Morton]

I can't speak of the DB-790, but I love my DB-930! I'll be replacing it in about 8 months for a 7.1 receiver, but it'll be moved to the basement and run whole house audio.

 

[kubaz]

could you please post here link where you have read those reviews?

thanks kubaz

 

[Shiu]

Kubaz, here is one:

http://www.homecinemachoice.com/fram...?reviewid=3695

I posted this link several times, many in this forum just don't like Sony, ES or not. In this review, the DB790 was the best pick among comparable Denon, Onkyo, Marantz & JVC models. The DB790 did 65 WPC with 5 channels driven, no bad for an entry level receiver.