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It was more then 100 euros 10 years ago and it had back then 5 ratings on whathifi. It is in great condition, was just wondering if anybody has some similiar experience with Onkyo and is it a worthwhile change for a better sound. Thanks @billybob

Sony is not bad actually and when listening to music only in 2 channel mode, it is not so different then Marantz. I mean Marantz sounds a bit better, sound is bit fuller, the bass is stronger, maybe that's why. I am just wandering is it because of a bit more watts that Marantz has, it's rated at 105 watts per channel at 8 ohms and Sony is as I remember 80. I connected them seperately and then with the switch. The switch is this one: https://www.ebay.de/itm/254155431543 The speaker wire is something I bouth on ebay years ago, can't find it anymore, but it's proper thick and shielded. I would rather have one amplifier then two. But, good AVR reciever's are really expensive if you want them to be good in music also. Thanks for any advice given.

Hi and sorry for stealing your topic. I also bought recently RP-8000f's and wondering to buy a better amp then the one I have. I found an old flagship AVR Onkyo TX-NR808, which is declared 145 watts per channel on 8 ohms, for 300 euro in good condition. Does anyone know will this be a good match? Also, is it worth buying a 10 year old Onkyo reciever. I only need a basic 5.0 setup and mainly stereo for music. Thanks

Hi, Thank you for your answer. I actually went and bought one for 50 euro, but I noticed a decrease in quality. I saw online, that I can open it, and replace the wires inside to better, shielded ones. It's quite the hassle, but maybe one day. I have looked and found on Ebay one old flagship AVR Onkyo TX-NR808, which has declared 145 watts per channel on 8 ohms, for 300 euro. It is a used 10 year old reciever, so I am wondering for how long will it last and will there any difference in sound quality comparing with my equipment. Can you tell me what kind of gear do you use? I always wanted tube based amplifiers, but they are quite expensive and don't know if it's worth having one for RP-8000f. Thanks again for your help

Hi, I need advice for a an amplifier. I orderer RP-8000's and still waiting for them and I have an older Sony AVR STR-DE697 (some specs: https://www.hifiengine.com/manual_library/sony/str-de697.shtml) I have also an older Marantz stereo amplifier PM64 II LDPS (some forum with specs: https://forum.munkonggadget.com/detail.php?id=100917) But this one I need to repair, don't know how much it will cost, probably less then a new amplifier My first priority is music, then movies (I have a center and surround speakers, so 5.0 setup and it's enough for me, don't judge So my question is will buying another AVR or stereo amplifier be any better than this that I have? For music first. I don't want to spend a huge amount of money, so let's say I would be happy with a budget of around 500€ (I live in Germany) and maaaybe max 1000€, but only if it's really worth it. I would be happy if I can still have have a 5.0 setup, that sounds good for music listening, but if it's just not possible, then I would go with stereo. So, should I keep the Sony, or repair Marantz and use that one, or go with something completely different. I appreciate any help. Thanks