jamiefield Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 I just bought a new house with a 20'x20 room that will soon be my first home theater. To kick it off, since I have heard great things about Klipsch speakers I just ordered the following to start building my system: (2) RF-82 II (Left and Right) (1) RC52 II (Center) (2) RS52 II Surround rear I will be adding a sub, probably the R112 as well- If anyone could give me advice on what you feel is the best receiver to pair them with, your experiences with different brands etc. I'd like to spend under $1,500 but will spend more if I need to. Id appreciate any advice on the subject. Thanks- JF 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budman Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 (edited) welcome to the forum JF get ready for a bunch of suggestions. we love spending other peoples money i'm a pioneer elite guy so add that to your list Edited April 13, 2015 by Budman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 I'm an audyssey guy so my pick would be the X4100 (2015) with XT32 and dual sub eq. The X4000, 2014's model was nice as well and can be found for discounts while supplies last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eth2 Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 (edited) Pioneer SC-1323K. I have one and love it. They are now down to $600 or $700. http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SC-1323-K-7-2-Channel-Network-Receiver/dp/B00D4MQ0UU/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1428961077&sr=8-12&keywords=pioneer+receiver Edited April 13, 2015 by eth2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Actually, for $1500, a nice AVR with pre outs and a XPA-5 would be a nice combo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 (edited) JF, Welcome to the forum. One quick piece of advice. If you can swing it, and it fits where you need it to go, get the RC-62II instead of the RC-52II. Others will suggest the same thing. IMO, the best bang for the buck(at it's current sale prices) and a flagship AVR, is the Denon AVR-4520CI. Refurbished with 1 year warranty at $799.99. http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavr4520ci/denon-avr-4520ci-denon-s-flagship-home-theater-receiver-150wpc/1.html New with full 3 years mfr. warranty at $999.99. http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavr4520cia/denon-avr-4520ci-denon-s-flagship-home-theater-receiver-150wpc-new/1.html Bill Edited April 13, 2015 by willland 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Thats the deal I took (4520ci new for $999) recently. Also agree on the center. I went thru those growing pains when I first bought my reference ii line speakers. Center is a most important speaker in the set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 I second the RC62ll thoughts. Since you asked….I like Yamaha AVRs. And like gadgtfreek said, an AVR with pre-outs and an Emotiva XPA-5 would get your speakers singing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K5SS Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 That Denon will drive those speakers with ease. I bet you wouldn't even notice addind an XPA-5. I also agree with upgrading the center to a RC-62. I did a side by side comparison of the RC-64 and the RC-62. Very similar performance, I just liked the appearance of the 64 so it won. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldred Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 (edited) The best rated receiver for 2015 is the Marantz SR 7008...... Which is owned by Denon.... Something to think about. Edited April 14, 2015 by oldred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 The 7008 came out in 2013, the 7009 was 2014. Both are nice for sure. The 7008 is $1000 off right now at $999 and comes with XT32, but at the same money Id take the 4520ci. better amp section from my reading. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mxr dad Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 +1 on the Denon 4520ci for $799.00 and +1 on Yamaha sound. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdit Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 I'd go for the denon 4520 too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pintoracer Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 Ditto on the RC62II. Just got mine and it's awesome. I've always had great luck with Denon. The 4520 would be a great investment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 One quick piece of advice. If you can swing it, and it fits where you need it to go, get the RC-62II instead of the RC-52II. Others will suggest the same thing. Add my vote to Willand's. Another vote for the RC-62ii. I am just a fan of that woofer size for an MTM center, most decent speakers in the 6.5 to 7" range for some reason has a very clear mid-range for dialog/vocals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamiefield Posted April 15, 2015 Author Share Posted April 15, 2015 I just got a call from the Klipsch dealer who will be filling my order and he is out of the RC 52 II and is giving me a RC 62 II at the same price, made my day- Thanks for all the suggestions! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Win! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 I just got a call from the Klipsch dealer who will be filling my order and he is out of the RC 52 II and is giving me a RC 62 II at the same price, made my day- Thanks for all the suggestions! Now that's what I'm talking about. Great stroke of luck. You will be pleased. Bill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappydue Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 ever figure out what receiver you are going to go with? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronH Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 SR-7009/RC62II is my vote 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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