alexg5775 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Well i have been looking around for a while and decided to get me a pair of rf-82. I have the new synergy 10" sub for now. This is mostly for music. I am looking for a quality receiver under 400$. Has to be 7.1. I bought a Sony for 200$ and returned it today…I have read a lot of bad reviews for Sony receivers and remember a few of my friends who’s Sony receiver burned out…I have looked around but I want to make sure I make the best choice. I have a normal TV. but plan on upgrading to a plasma, getting a blue ray player and so on in the future. Im starting from the bottom up. Can you guys help me out?? What do you suggest? I want the receiver to be able to push the speakers well and not have to worry about buying an external amp or having to upgrade within the near future. Also, I need this setup by next sat December 20. Thank You, Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H. Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 I have the older version of this.........good receiver.Onkyo tx-sr 506 http://www.nextag.com/onkyo-tx-sr-506/stores-html http://hometheater.about.com/od/avreceiversreviews/tp/budgetreceiver.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastlane Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Pretty much anything by Denon, Harman Kardon, Onkyo would be good in that price range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nezff Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 onkyo 605 or 606. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 For 400 bucks, I would recommend looking at used receivers. Ebay or craigslist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elninoloco7 Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Denon 1709 or the Onkyo 606 both great receivers. Both are $400 crutchfield.com fantastic company to order from. You can maybe find them on sale at best buy or circuit city (best buy doesnt carry onkyo) Harman Kardon is fantastic when it comes to music. For $100 more get the Yamaha RX-V663, grea power and like the Onkoyo 606 has internal DTS HD Master Audio and DolbyTru HD surround sound decoding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexg5775 Posted December 9, 2008 Author Share Posted December 9, 2008 You guys are being EXTREMELY helpful. I found the best prices at newegg.com. Im assuming this is a good site to order from? I really like the onkyo 606. Its 350 shipped. It only does 90x7. This worries me. Is this enough? I want to get the best out of the speakers and dont want to be pushing the receiver to hard resulting in a clipped signal… The onkyo 706 was nicer but 500$...I really liked the pioneer TSXR706S. 130x7 with many other benefits. Its 430 shipped. What do you guys think, is it work the extra 80$? Or can I do better? Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Youthman Posted December 9, 2008 Moderators Share Posted December 9, 2008 I found the best prices at newegg.com. Im assuming this is a good site to order from? Top notch! I order from them quite often. You cannot find better customer service than them. Order today, it will ship tomorrow, and be on your front porch in your hands in a few days. Highly recommend Newegg. It only does 90x7. This worries me. Is this enough? Don't get caught up in looking at wattage. In order to hear a 3db increase in volume, you have to DOUBLE the wattage. You will never hear the difference between a 90 watt/ch and a 110 watt/ch receiver. If you will be using it primarily for movies, you cannot go wrong with Onkyo. Great performance for HT and solid build quality. I have not looked at the specs on those receivers but it is a good idea to get one that has pre-outs for the option of adding external amps in the future. Most of the new Onkyo's handle the new HD audio formats (Dolby True HD, DTS-Master). Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesV Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 How about this as a monkey wrench for you, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UPBQOO?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=us-bizrate-premium-ce-20&linkCode=asn. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H. Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 James, Good Unit, but he wants 7.1...................... Who knows why................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon20x Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 What about this link? A lot more choices with a trustworthy company I would go with the Denon over the Onkyo but that is my personal opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexg5775 Posted December 10, 2008 Author Share Posted December 10, 2008 James I like that denon and the price is great. I researched a little on the unit and I really did not see to many positive reviews….I guess it’s the old model? I have been researching for hours now and I really like that pioneer VSK-1018AH. Very powerful unit, with tons of features and great reviews. Its 430 which is over my budget but I am willing to sacrifice. What do you guys think? The reason I want 7.1 is because eventually I am going to be getting two outdoor speakers to put in my terrace which I plan on running with the unit. The onkyo sound nice, but seem a bit pricey and lack the power I want. I could be wrong… Again, thanks for all the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 1018 huh? [Y][Y] If you don't mind spending a little over your budget, then I definitely say get it! I love my Pioneer!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danely15 Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 If thats the only reason you want 7.1 then go with the denon. Ive got one that is great. It has "multi zone" so my outdoor speakers i can listen to the radio while people inside are watching a movie. Just an example. So many other things it can do. Daniel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexg5775 Posted December 10, 2008 Author Share Posted December 10, 2008 Daniel the pioneer has the multi zone as well. I think im going to go with the pioneer.[] i will post pics when i can. Thanks for all the help. Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 Daniel the pioneer has the multi zone as well. I think im going to go with the pioneer. i will post pics when i can. Thanks for all the help. Alex Wise choice! you won't regret it at all. This is my 3rd Pioneer; and i don't think I'll ever switch over unless I go the separate route...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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