afraid Posted April 2, 2001 Share Posted April 2, 2001 When i replace my receiver in six months, it will be down to these two. I will have compleated the Klipsch synergy six by then and will buy a new one. Im leaning to the marantz because i have heard of bad fan problems with the denon. Which would sound better? I cannot demo these,not sold anywhere close by. Please help me. I will purchase these online too. Only choice, please reccommend a good online retailer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOOMIS914 Posted April 2, 2001 Share Posted April 2, 2001 Afraid, go with the Marantz SR-8000 instead of the 7000 if you can afford it. I think maybe $200 more.... I found mine for $950 at Uncle's. The remote with the SR-8000 is awesome and the 8000 has some added features that should not be under-estimated. I've had mine for 8 months and it keeps sounding better. Build quality is awesome, tuner portion is flawless. DD and DTS, 105 x 5 wpc with 5-ch stereo. I'm running KLF-30's, C7, KSp-S6's and a KSW-15 and KSW-100 and there is absolutely no hiss or noise out of my speakers from this unit at idle or otherwise. Did I say that the Marantz is whisper quiet and I can't tell if it has a fan.....seriously. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Pidass Posted April 2, 2001 Share Posted April 2, 2001 I have been researching for an A/V receiver for a Cornwall led surround system. Horn driven systems sound fantastic with the correct amplification and VERY harsh with the wrong amp. It's my understanding it has a smooth tube like sound. The Marantz SR-8000 is at the top of my list. If you also enjoy 2 channel audio, this receiver may be for you. Any other comments on the match of Marantz to Klipsch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boa12 Posted April 2, 2001 Share Posted April 2, 2001 the 8000 is exactly the 1 i'm currently leaning toward. after having this sony, the silence of the marantz is simply amazing. of course i'd like to try it at home 1st. ------------------ Klipsch KLF-30 (front), KLF-C7, Cornwall I (rear) Velodyne HGS-18 sub woofer Monsterbass 400 sub interconnect & Monster Z-12 cable Sony STR-DE935 a/v receiver Sony DVP-C650D cd/dvd player Sony Trinitron 27" stereo tv Toshiba hi-fi stereo vcr Technics dual cassette deck Technics direct drive turntable Scientific Atlanta Explorer 2000 digital cable box 2nd room: Klipsch RF-3 (front), RC-3, cheap little Technics (rear) Kenwood KR-9600 AM/FM stereo receiver (vintage '75) Technics 5-disk cd changer Sega Genesis game player Sub: None rock on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afraid Posted April 3, 2001 Author Share Posted April 3, 2001 The Marantz sr 8000 it is. Just help me find a good price. Unclestereo.com? ill try 4electronicwherehouse too. Anyone know where i can find a good price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomer9911 Posted May 15, 2001 Share Posted May 15, 2001 Good choice, Marantz is great gear and I'm not biased. If you have a couple of extra bucks have a look at the new Marantz SR19EX, built for the future and within grasp of budgets. Klipschorns(93) Klipsch La Scala(01, sometime soon I hope eh Klipsch) C7(Hersey's to replace in 02 for 6.1 and future 7.1) Adcom AC-515 Enhancer Marantz SR18EX A\V Receiver 2-Marantz MA700 mono block amps(Khorns) Marantz DV3100 DVD Marantz VM5100 S-VHS hifi Marantz DR4160 3 Disk carousel with single tray CDR. Marantz CD4050 casette Toshiba 50HX70 HDTV DVDO iscan V2 line doubler(nice toy!) This message has been edited by boomer9911 on 05-15-2001 at 11:50 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4977 Posted May 16, 2001 Share Posted May 16, 2001 Afraid, If you are willing to buy a refurbished unit check out Accessories4less.com. They have the 8000 for $849.99 + shipping. I don't know how good a price that is compared to a new one, but it might be worth a look. Good luck, Q. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bacevedo Posted May 16, 2001 Share Posted May 16, 2001 Don't forget about the Denon 3801 - it replaces the 3300. It doesn't have a fan and doesn't have a heat problem. It is an excellent unit. Sound & Vision has a great review of it in the current issue. ------------------ Thanks, Bryan "... But Honey - I promise this is the last thing I will have to buy for the Home Theater" Mistubishi 60" RPTV (VS60603) Denon AVR 3801 RCVR Denon DVM 1800 DVD JVC 3600U SVHS VCR RCA DirecTV Klipsch RB5 - L&R Klipsch RC3 - Center Klipsch RCW3 - In-wall surrounds Klipsch KSW12 - Sub Monster Power Conditioner Radio Shack Gold Series Interconnects Radio Shack 12 AWG Mega Cable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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