01svtL Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I currently have a Marantz SR6004 but the center channel emits static and two of the hdmi inputs play no audio. My current setup is 3.1: RF5 fronts RC7 center 10" Onix Rocket sub I will definitely not go beyond 5.1 anytime soon. I care more about sound quality than I do all the latest apps/networking etc, though it would be a welcomed addition to my setup. Audio quality is priority though. My living room is about 13x18 with hardwood floors, so pretty small. The majority of use is currently TV/Movies, but again, I want the audio quality to be there when I listen to music. My seating position when watching tv is about 11 feet away, with the L&R speakers being 12-13 feet away. I only need 3 or 4 hdmi inputs and one output. So, with a budget of about $400, what would you guys recommend on the used/refurb market to go along with these RF speakers? I like the Marantz sound compared to the older Yamaha/Onkyo with these, but I have heard that some of Yamaha's newer offerings are less harsh than they used to be. I have an RX-V1700 in the bedroom, and did not care for it with the RF's. What about Cambridge Audio's Azur offerings? Would the 50w/ch in the 351 be enough for the RF's? I have 110w/ch right now with the Marantz, but highly doubt I've come close to needing it in this room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 SQ is highly subjective. Go to a BB and pick something that fits your criteria. Try it at home for a couple of weeks. They have a 30 day return policy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitrofan Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 I bought a used denon avr4311ci and could not be more pleased. Have lascala mains rc7 center and cf1 rears Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/marsr6006/marantz-sr6006-home-theater-receiver-3d-hdmi-airplay-w/3-yr-warranty/1.html#!more http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavr3312ci/denon-avr-3312ci-7.2-network-a/v-surround-receiver-w/airplay/1.html http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavr3313ci/denon-avr-3313ci-7.2-networking-receiver-w/airplay-3d-4k-ready/1.html Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 (edited) Onkyo 838 for $550 + shipping http://www.avsforum.com/forum/209-audio-gear/2050378-fs-onkyo-tx-nr838-7-2-ch-network-v-receiver-w-hdmi-2-0-a.html Onk 1030 for $850 http://www.avsforum.com/forum/209-audio-gear/2048402-mint-onkyo-tx-nr1030-9-2-atmos-ready-avr.html Pio Elite SC27 for $550 http://www.avsforum.com/forum/209-audio-gear/2047458-pioneer-elite-sc27-mint-condition.html Here's one in your price range. Pio SC-1223-K $300 obo http://www.avsforum.com/forum/209-audio-gear/2049170-sale-gently-used-pioneer-sc-1223-k.html Denon AVR-4311CI $400 http://www.avsforum.com/forum/209-audio-gear/2046226-sale-denon-klipsch-svs-components.html Denon AVR-X4000 $450 http://www.avsforum.com/forum/209-audio-gear/2042562-denon-avr-x4000-sale.html Edited July 1, 2015 by wvu80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YK Thom Posted July 5, 2015 Share Posted July 5, 2015 Unless your experience has left a bad taste in your mouth re Marantz, I'm using the SR5008 and enjoy it thoroughly. Not their top of the line but does movies, TV and two channel very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01svtL Posted July 5, 2015 Author Share Posted July 5, 2015 Yea I'm leaning heavily towards the 5008. I like that it has a full set of preouts. The 3 year warranty is a plus as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadgtfreek Posted July 5, 2015 Share Posted July 5, 2015 Pull da trigger! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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