Need receiver advice

ddank

I need help finding a good receiver to go with my speakers and sub.

Speakers: RM7's
Sub: Velodyne DEQ8

I need something that can handle the crossover and make a smooth transition between the RM7's and the Sub. My current receiver doesn't have a 120 crossover setting (has 100 then 150) and given my speakers I think that's what I need.

What receiver would you suggest?

Thanks

B Run

What's your budget?

ddank

I'm thinking in the $600 range.

ddank

One other note: My tv is a 63" samsung plasma so I want to be sure that the receiver can handle the video too.

Thanks

B Run

The Marantz 6005 is a nice one- http://www.amazon.com/Marantz-SR6005-Audio-Video-Receiver/dp/B003R7KMRE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1310142748&sr=8-1

The new Pioneer 1021 has a TON of features and should sound good- http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-VSX-1021-K-Theater-Receiver-Glossy/dp/B004M8RPBI/ref=sr_1_5?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1310142815&sr=1-5

The Onkyo 708 is a nice choice as well- http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-NR708-7-2-Channel-Network-Receiver/dp/B003N197CU/ref=sr_1_13?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1310142887&sr=1-13

Denon 2311- http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-2311CI-Multi-Source-Multi-Zone-Supporting/dp/B003MQLSMI/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1310143266&sr=1-1

Yamaha RX-A800- http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-A800-7-1-Channel-Audio-Receiver/dp/B003XDU498/ref=sr_1_19?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1310143187&sr=1-19

These are just a start, it comes down to the features you want and doing a little research about each brand and how they sound. Good luck

DMara

My buddy just bought this Onkyo TX-NR709, all kinds of bell & whistle at $630, there's no way you can beat its value!!!
http://www.onecall.com/product/Onkyo/TX-NR709-Open-Box/Receiver/_/R-111094
Even though OneCall listed it as Open-Box, the receiver came out of the box in pristine condition, no sign of being used at all, and on top of that, full manufacture warranty.
Here's a little First Look: http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/onkyo-tx-nr709-fl

Marty913

I'd be cautious about the Pioneer 1021. The recent issue of Home Theater test bench results were 46 watts per channel with 5 channels driver (.1% distortion). While that may be enough for you now, I believe it has no pre-outs so you would be stuck with it.

The Onkyo 609 (same basic power supply as the 709) on the other hand will get you 81 watts. The 709 will get you Audyssey MultEQ XT and the Marvell video chip which is nice.

Almadacr

Marty913 wrote: »

I'd be cautious about the Pioneer 1021. The recent issue of Home Theater test bench results were 46 watts per channel with 5 channels driver (.1% distortion). While that may be enough for you now, I believe it has no pre-outs so you would be stuck with it.

The Onkyo 609 (same basic power supply as the 709) on the other hand will get you 81 watts. The 709 will get you Audyssey MultEQ XT and the Marvell video chip which is nice.

You are right the 1021 dosen`t have pre-outs , it starts with the 1120 . For the OP if you are not interested in 3D you should consider this options .

Onkyo HT-RC180 at 349.99

Marantz SR5005 at 479.99

drummer86

+1 on the Onkyo HT-RC180

also look into:

Pioneer Elite VSX-33 at ~550 (used/refurb)
Yamaha RX-V867 at 480 (new)

both support 3D. whether that appeals to you or not I don't know.

mccarthy814

How big is your room? I have the Onkyo TX-NR609 (previously had the TX-SR600) and they have no problem pushing any of the VM10s or RTi series speakers I have. I think the 609 would be powerful enough to drive the RM7s. I had looked at Dennon as well. it looks like they have a few options in the same price range. for me it came down to the size of the Receiver (depth) and the previous experience with my TXSR600. If we didn't get a new TV cabinet, I would still be running the 600 and just as happy.

the size issue was due to the cabinet being a slim 17inches deep (15 usable). My old receiver deeper than that. It needed at least 18" of usable cabinet space. Most of the Denons were all 15 deep and needed more depth with cords as well. The new Onkyo was comparable in power and had more features than my sr600 and was only 12 5/8 deep. I got lucky, otehr wise we would have to continue the painful process of returning and finding a hew corner cabinet which ther are very few that fit all our requirements.

Almadacr

mccarthy814 wrote: »

How big is your room? I have the Onkyo TX-NR609 (previously had the TX-SR600) and they have no problem pushing any of the VM10s or RTi series speakers I have. I think the 609 would be powerful enough to drive the RM7s. I had looked at Dennon as well. it looks like they have a few options in the same price range. for me it came down to the size of the Receiver (depth) and the previous experience with my TXSR600. If we didn't get a new TV cabinet, I would still be running the 600 and just as happy.

the size issue was due to the cabinet being a slim 17inches deep (15 usable). My old receiver deeper than that. It needed at least 18" of usable cabinet space. Most of the Denons were all 15 deep and needed more depth with cords as well. The new Onkyo was comparable in power and had more features than my sr600 and was only 12 5/8 deep. I got lucky, otehr wise we would have to continue the painful process of returning and finding a hew corner cabinet which ther are very few that fit all our requirements.

Can you explain to me why should someone pay more for a lesser receiver ????

drummer86

Almadacr wrote: »

Can you explain to me why should someone pay more for a lesser receiver ????

agreed. the RC180 is a considerable upgrade over the NR609 for $100 less. If I'm not mistaken the rc180 is basically an NR807/707 minus a few HDMI inputs and another bell/whistle or two.

fiero11

I too have been looking into Onkyo recievers and have a TX-SR608 currently, what is your take on that reciever? I understand some had overheating problems. I am currently interested in a TX-NR5008 Onkyo reciever. Any info on that unit or first hand experience would be appreciated.
I'm thinking about pushing SDA CRS+ as the main fronts with it.

mccarthy814

Almadacr wrote: »

Can you explain to me why should someone pay more for a lesser receiver ????

I am not implying anyone should pay more for anything. Just providing information from my experience so far with the equipment I have.

I didn't see the Post for that HTRC180 before. Looks like an older model, I guess if it's available and you can get it cheaper, you should. Unless of course it's missing features you may want.

I've haven't seen any of the HT series receivers in stores around here (Metro/Boston). (I haven't been to every store though) I've only seen the TX series so, that's my point of reference. Generally, I like to see audio equipment and test it out before I buy.

mccarthy814

fiero11 wrote: »

I too have been looking into Onkyo recievers and have a TX-SR608 currently, what is your take on that reciever? I understand some had overheating problems. I am currently interested in a TX-NR5008 Onkyo reciever. Any info on that unit or first hand experience would be appreciated.
I'm thinking about pushing SDA CRS+ as the main fronts with it.

I think the TX-SR608 is pretty close to the TX-NR609 I just got. I am happy with it so far. I haven't had time to try out all the features, but it's seems great so far. Mine has a fan in side of it, but I haven't heard it come on at all even when it seemed warm in the cabinet. Granted, i have't been pushing the receiver very hard.