New Receiver Wanted

FittyFieFo
FittyFieFo Posts: 482
edited December 2012 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
Good day everyone,

I'm currently in the market for a new receiver. I currently have a Yamaha HTR-5890 for my RTI10's and I am looking to upgrade to a better receiver with HDMI input/outputs. Maybe even 3D capable.

I'm looking for a receiver with pre-outs because I use my Emotiva XPA-5 to power my speakers.

I would prefer a Denon/Pioneer receiver as I read they work well with RTI10's.

I'm not looking to spend a huge amount of money, just want to upgrade.

Thank you for looking! :-).
Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • specd_out
    specd_out Posts: 505
    edited November 2012
    In Pioneers line you cant get preout until the $1,100 range with the sc-61. The same goes with denon. The first model to have preouts is the AVR-3313CI at $1,199

    You best bet is looking for something used or maybe last years left overs. I have a Pioneer Elite VSX32. It has a full preout array. Its a fantastic AVR. Mcacc calibration is a wonderful thing. You should be able to find those in the $500 range now.
    HT Rig Samsung 64F8500 |Pioneer Elite BDP-52FD|Pioneer Elite VSX-32| Two Carver TFM-15cb Bridged for mains|Polk Audio RTiA5 Cherry|Polk Audio CsiA6 Cherry|Polk Audio T-15 Heights|Polk Audio FXia6 Surround|DIY 8cuft Dayton Ultimax 15" powered with a Crown XLS1000
    2Channel Rig Polk Audio LSi9 Cherry| Carver C-1BillD Mod|Carver M1.0t MkII Opt2|Pro-ject RM 1.3|SpeedBox S|AQ King Cobras|AQ Rocket88|
    ISF Level 2 Certified Calibrator
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  • specd_out
    specd_out Posts: 505
    edited November 2012
    BTW all the ones I listed have 3d pass through and all the current popular features
    HT Rig Samsung 64F8500 |Pioneer Elite BDP-52FD|Pioneer Elite VSX-32| Two Carver TFM-15cb Bridged for mains|Polk Audio RTiA5 Cherry|Polk Audio CsiA6 Cherry|Polk Audio T-15 Heights|Polk Audio FXia6 Surround|DIY 8cuft Dayton Ultimax 15" powered with a Crown XLS1000
    2Channel Rig Polk Audio LSi9 Cherry| Carver C-1BillD Mod|Carver M1.0t MkII Opt2|Pro-ject RM 1.3|SpeedBox S|AQ King Cobras|AQ Rocket88|
    ISF Level 2 Certified Calibrator
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2012
    Whats your definition of a huge amount of money ?
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  • specd_out
    specd_out Posts: 505
    edited November 2012
    I forgot about that outlaw. I spoke to a customer who has one on order for this dedicated theater room. Thats a lot better buy then a avr. Even more so since you wont use its internal amp.
    HT Rig Samsung 64F8500 |Pioneer Elite BDP-52FD|Pioneer Elite VSX-32| Two Carver TFM-15cb Bridged for mains|Polk Audio RTiA5 Cherry|Polk Audio CsiA6 Cherry|Polk Audio T-15 Heights|Polk Audio FXia6 Surround|DIY 8cuft Dayton Ultimax 15" powered with a Crown XLS1000
    2Channel Rig Polk Audio LSi9 Cherry| Carver C-1BillD Mod|Carver M1.0t MkII Opt2|Pro-ject RM 1.3|SpeedBox S|AQ King Cobras|AQ Rocket88|
    ISF Level 2 Certified Calibrator
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited November 2012
    Lasareath wrote: »
    Check this out: http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/975.html

    Then add an Amp: http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/index.html

    That's very interesting.

    Thanks everyone for their input - I would say my range is around $500-$700 for now.

    I would like to keep my Emotiva XPA-5 as it's satisfying my ears :). So that first link that Lasareath sent - that's all I need?
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited November 2012
    I'd say this is a pretty decent deal (close out as this model is no longer around).

    The Sherwood R-972 Newcastle with most of what you need at a fraction of its original cost, $599 as opposed to $1799!

    http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/SHERR972/SHERWOOD-R-972-Newcastle-7.1-A/V-Surround-Receiver-TrueHD-DTS-HD/1.html


    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

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  • codyc1ark
    codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
    edited November 2012
    cnh wrote: »
    I'd say this is a pretty decent deal (close out as this model is no longer around).

    The Sherwood R-972 Newcastle with most of what you need at a fraction of its original cost, $599 as opposed to $1799!

    http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/SHERR972/SHERWOOD-R-972-Newcastle-7.1-A/V-Surround-Receiver-TrueHD-DTS-HD/1.html




    cnh


    Ha! A post from cnh without quotes! Found it! :cheesygrin::cheesygrin::cheesygrin:

    I have often wondered how good of a deal that is, stacked up to a refurb/used Elite. I think the new Outlaw model looks very interesting as well if you use a dedicated amp.
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited November 2012
    The link that Lasereth posted really entices me. Like specd_out said - I won't be using the internal amp and will be using the XPA-5 for all my power.

    Any other good suggestions or opinions?
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited November 2012
    It would be a waste of money for you to buy a receiver if you won't be using the built-in amplification. Grab a great pre/pro like the Outlaw (or many used options) and treat yourself to an upgrade!

    http://app.audiogon.com/listings/processors-nad-m15-av-processor-2012-10-29-home-theater-28092-boger-city-nc
    Jake
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited November 2012
    Lol I think the one on eBay is an m15HD, as opposed to the one on audiogon which is the regular version?
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited December 2012
    Sorry to bring an old thread up - has anyone have experienced or reviews on the Marantz AV7005 Surround Processor.

    Looking for a dedicated preamp Surround Processor. Budget would be less than $1,000.
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited December 2012
    Did some researching on the Marantz AV7005: Some people experience BUZZING problems? Any own this unit at all?

    Are there better alternatives? I was looking at the Outlaw mentioned above, just expanding my options. $1,000 budget. (preferably lower and used)
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited December 2012
    I have one but I want $11k for it.
    It is 20 years old and super cheap on Fleabay (HKAVR 300).:cheesygrin:

    All the funnies aside, it would be a waste to buy a receiver, look at some decent separates for your money.
    You will not be sorry!
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited December 2012
    pepster wrote: »
    I have one but I want $11k for it.
    It is 20 years old and super cheap on Fleabay (HKAVR 300).:cheesygrin:

    All the funnies aside, it would be a waste to buy a receiver, look at some decent separates for your money.
    You will not be sorry!

    hehe, yes I've decided to look at separates for now. My goal is to upgrade in the following order:

    1) Dedicated Pre-amp
    2) External Amp
    3) Speakers.

    There's just too many too choose from and I know these Polk Gurus here always have great suggestions!
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited December 2012
    Anyone own Marantz AV 7701? Thinking abt using this as my dedicated pre amp, then upgrading in the future to a maybe separate parasound amps, but for now- xpa5 will do
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • Mikey081057
    Mikey081057 Posts: 7,127
    edited December 2012
    FittyFieFo wrote: »
    Anyone own Marantz AV 7701? Thinking abt using this as my dedicated pre amp, then upgrading in the future to a maybe separate parasound amps, but for now- xpa5 will do


    Just got it, and am very impressed... Hooked it up with balanced interconnects to my Sunfire tga 7401. I am only comparing it to my old receiver, but for what it's worth at $1259 from internet resellers, It wouldn't pay to go with the older model. Many reviews knock it down for "only having" Audessy MultiEQ XT but it setup fine in my difficult room.
    My New Year's resolution is 3840 × 2160

    Family Room| Marantz AV7704| Usher Dancer Mini - 2 DMD Mains |Usher Dancer Mini-x DMD's Surrounds | Usher BE-616 DMD Center | SVS Ultra Rear Surrounds | Parasound Halo A21 | Parsound Halo A52+ | MIT Shotgun S3's | Dual SVS SB 4000 Ultras | Oppo UDP 203 | Directv Genie HD DVR | Samsung 75" Q8 QLED | PSAudio Stellar GCD | Mytek Brooklyn DAC+ | Lumin U1 Mini | HP Elite Slice PC | ROON'd for life |

    ManCave: HT:Polk LSiM 706VR3 LSiM 703's LSiM 702's|| Marantz AV7002 AV PrePro Sunfire TGA-7401| Sony PS4 Pro| Sony PS4 Pro|SVS PB13 Ultra| Oppo UDP 203 | Music Hall MMF 5.3se TT w/ Soundsmith Carmen | Samsung 55" SUHD TV | Sony PS4

    Patio | Polk Atrium 8's | Yamaha R-N303BL |

    Office BlueSound Node| KEF LS50 | Peactree Nova 125SE |

    Bedroom | Focal 905's | Chromecast Audio |

    Garage | Polk Monitor 5B's

    Closet Yamaha M80 | 2 Polk MP3K subs| Yaqin MC100B with Shuguang Treasures KT 88's & CV181Z's | Tesla E83CC's | Marantz 2252B | Marantz 2385 |Polk SDA SRS 2.3 | LSiM 705's |
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited December 2012
    Mikey081057 wrote: »
    Just got it, and am very impressed... Hooked it up with balanced interconnects to my Sunfire tga 7401. I am only comparing it to my old receiver, but for what it's worth at $1259 from internet resellers, It wouldn't pay to go with the older model. Many reviews knock it down for "only having" Audessy MultiEQ XT but it setup fine in my difficult room.

    Nice!! I don't plan on using balanced interconnects. Think that will make any difference? Just normal banana plugs for me
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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  • Mikey081057
    Mikey081057 Posts: 7,127
    edited December 2012
    So i got a 1m set of 7 from this guy who makes them on ebay for $147...they are well made ... had to buy interconnects any way. Everyone says they are quieter and could have spent more on either balanced or unbalanced... These are fine, and made with good cable and connectors.

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/XLR-Balanced-Cables-1M-for-7-1-Home-Theater-/380531274174?pt=US_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item58996e71be
    My New Year's resolution is 3840 × 2160

    Family Room| Marantz AV7704| Usher Dancer Mini - 2 DMD Mains |Usher Dancer Mini-x DMD's Surrounds | Usher BE-616 DMD Center | SVS Ultra Rear Surrounds | Parasound Halo A21 | Parsound Halo A52+ | MIT Shotgun S3's | Dual SVS SB 4000 Ultras | Oppo UDP 203 | Directv Genie HD DVR | Samsung 75" Q8 QLED | PSAudio Stellar GCD | Mytek Brooklyn DAC+ | Lumin U1 Mini | HP Elite Slice PC | ROON'd for life |

    ManCave: HT:Polk LSiM 706VR3 LSiM 703's LSiM 702's|| Marantz AV7002 AV PrePro Sunfire TGA-7401| Sony PS4 Pro| Sony PS4 Pro|SVS PB13 Ultra| Oppo UDP 203 | Music Hall MMF 5.3se TT w/ Soundsmith Carmen | Samsung 55" SUHD TV | Sony PS4

    Patio | Polk Atrium 8's | Yamaha R-N303BL |

    Office BlueSound Node| KEF LS50 | Peactree Nova 125SE |

    Bedroom | Focal 905's | Chromecast Audio |

    Garage | Polk Monitor 5B's

    Closet Yamaha M80 | 2 Polk MP3K subs| Yaqin MC100B with Shuguang Treasures KT 88's & CV181Z's | Tesla E83CC's | Marantz 2252B | Marantz 2385 |Polk SDA SRS 2.3 | LSiM 705's |
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited December 2012
    Well I guess my next question is - is there a noticeable difference between Balanced vs Unbalanced Interconnects?
    Samsung LN52A850 (52" 1080P LCD TV) | RTi A9's (Fronts) | Csi A6(Center) | FXi A6 (Rear Surrounds) | SVS PB12-NSD (Sub) | Oppo BDP-103 | Panamax M5300-PM

    Pre-Amp: Marantz AV7005 | Amp: Emotiva XPA-5 | Speaker wires: Signal Cables | Interconnects: Signal Cables
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