New receiver necessary upgrade?

jfk64
jfk64 Posts: 12
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Hey all, I'm using a Denon AVR1713 (5.1) currently with Polk monitor 60's front, Polk csi A6 center and two Polk tl2's surround.. also SVS pb12 sub. I have a little to spend on a new receiver, (1713 is not 4K pass thru but I've worked around that).
I'm looking at the Anthem mrx 520 (a little over my budget) or whatever suggestions I can get for around a grand. Question is will it be worth it? Will there be a significant improvement in the quality of the sound and clarity? I really don't want to spend the money if it's not going to improve my overall experience. Any advice or suggestions? Thanks, John.
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  • rpf65
    rpf65 Posts: 2,127
    If I were going to upgrade, and budget was around 1k, I would probably look at Marantz, Yamaha Aventage, or Pioneer Elite. If staying at 5.1, I think you'll get better bang for your buck.

    Seems to me what your looking for is a newer 4K compatable AVR. Will allow you to play and stream the newer formats. Won't limit your choices of movies, even if you decide not to add speakers.
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  • mrloren
    mrloren Posts: 2,465
    You could always see if something at A4L works for you http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/category/avreceiver/home-audio/receivers-amps/home-theater-receivers/1.html

    I just got a Marantz SR5010 from there last month. A co-worker just picked up a new Denon form them no problems.
    When I was a kid my parents told me to turn it down. Now I'm an adult and my kids tell me to turn it down.
    Family Room:LG QNED80 75", Onkyo RZ50 Emotiva XPA3 GEN3 Oppo BDP-93,Sony UBP-X800BM. Main: Polk LsiM 705Center: Polk LSiM 704CFront High/Rear High In-Ceiling Polk 80F/X RT Surrounds: Polk S15 Sub: HSU VTF3-MK5
    Bed Room; Marantz SR5010, BDP-S270Main: Polk Signature S20Center: Polk Signature S35Rear: Polk R15 Sub: SVS SB2000
    Working Warehouse; Yamaha A-S301, Sony DVP-NS3100ES for disc Plok TSX550T SVS PB2000 Mini tower PC with 400GB of music
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