HK recievers? Enough power?

jtoddaz
jtoddaz Posts: 37
edited January 2006 in Electronics
Hi
New to the forum. I just bought rti6's for my fronts, csi3 center, and psw10 for my sub. The room is about 20x14. I am now looking at a HK receiver to power them, and am looking at the avr 335, 340 or possible the 240. I have heard how their power is different but wondering if their 50 or 55 watts per channel will be enough. Anyone have any experience? Would be greatly appreciated. Or any other suggestions in the $400-$500 price range.
Jeremy
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited January 2006
    I must preface my following thoughts by stating that I am not very familiar with receivers in general or Harmon Kardon's different offerings in the area, and am by no means an 'authority.'

    However, you should be doing just fine with a HK receiver. I assume you're going to be using your system for HT most of the time. Do you like to listen to it real loud? If you do, a receiver may not be able to keep up with your demands. HK is a good bet, though, because the amp sections in their receivers are high-current, meaning they can keep up with most demands.

    So, assuming you don't often listen at reference levels, an HK receiver should do you just fine. I would try and get one that has pre-outs so you can add an amp later on should your tastes change or your venture in audio simply lead you in that direction.
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  • okiepolkie
    okiepolkie Posts: 2,258
    edited January 2006
    All of the receivers mentioned have pre-outs, so you would be good to go there. I recently installed a 240 with RT5's(comparable to the RTi6's) in a 20x20ish room and it fills nicely.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited January 2006
    Yeah, those HK receivers will be fine. Watts don't mean squat.
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited January 2006
    So, you mean...*gasp* :eek:...I was...right?? :p
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  • MSkeezer
    MSkeezer Posts: 1,183
    edited January 2006
    You will be fine with either one of those HK's. However, if you don't need any of newer features like room eq, you can probably find an avr430 or 630 at a great price. They use the same processor as the 7300.
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  • jtoddaz
    jtoddaz Posts: 37
    edited January 2006
    OP here, I do listen occasionally at modestly loud levels. (HT only as loud as an 8 month old can stay asleep.) HT/Music will be about 50/50, so I appreciate the feedback. I don't think I need some of the newer equiptment(such as a room EQ) I doubt I will even need any preamps, so maybe an older model might work. And save a few bucks.
    Thanks
    Jeremy
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  • jtoddaz
    jtoddaz Posts: 37
    edited January 2006
    Thanks for your advice. I just picked up a refurbished HK AVR 435 from Harmon Audio for $398. Score! 65w sound like it will be enough to power what i have. Hopefully my wifes Dave Matthews will now sound excellent. It better or it will be my ****.
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited January 2006
    lol...congrats! That should be great.
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    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
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    Epson 8700UB
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    Pro-Ject Phono Box MKII, Parasound P/HP-850, ASL Wave 20 monoblocks
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited January 2006
    ROFLMAO!!! :D Welcome to Club Polk Jtoddaz! I sincerely hope your wife enjoys the new receiver!

    jtoddaz wrote:
    Thanks for your advice. I just picked up a refurbished HK AVR 435 from Harmon Audio for $398. Score! 65w sound like it will be enough to power what i have. Hopefully my wifes Dave Matthews will now sound excellent. It better or it will be my ****.
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  • aaharvel
    aaharvel Posts: 4,489
    edited January 2006
    jtoddaz wrote:
    I just picked up a refurbished HK AVR 435 from Harmon Audio for $398. Score!

    welcome to Club Polk. and oh btw i hate you.
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  • jtoddaz
    jtoddaz Posts: 37
    edited January 2006
    feelin tha love.
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  • Mike Sedai
    Mike Sedai Posts: 49
    edited January 2006
    jtoddaz wrote:
    OP here, I do listen occasionally at modestly loud levels. (HT only as loud as an 8 month old can stay asleep.) HT/Music will be about 50/50, so I appreciate the feedback. I don't think I need some of the newer equiptment(such as a room EQ) I doubt I will even need any preamps, so maybe an older model might work. And save a few bucks.
    Thanks
    Jeremy


    I am in sort of the same boat, minus the 8 month old. We do about 50/50 HT and music, and after much testing and listening, found it a must to go for full floorstanders as mains to cover the music properly. I am also just about to spring for an HK receiver, but can't decide between a 435 and a 670, both of which are available on HarmanAudio, currently. After all the research, we have decided HK is the way to go....
    Harman Kardan AVR 630
    Sony DVPNS665 DVD
    Polk TB 90 Front Mains
    Polk CsI3 Center
    Polk FxI3 Surrounds
    Velodyne VX-10
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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited January 2006
    Umm, bookshelf is all the rage. . . . .all the kids are doing it.

    It'll make ya feel good. . . .
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  • Mike Sedai
    Mike Sedai Posts: 49
    edited January 2006
    Yeah, I tried the Books out, but they weren't cutting it for music. Decided the floors were the way to go. Besides, the floors were on sale for half price, and the books would have been an additional 50$. Seemed like a no-brainer to me.
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    Sony DVPNS665 DVD
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    Velodyne VX-10
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  • kejolly
    kejolly Posts: 9
    edited January 2006
    jtoddaz,

    I have the exact same system as mentioned....RTi6, CSi3,and a PSW10 powered by the HK 435. I am pleased with everything except the sub but I can't complain since it was free. I will be looking at a different sub in the near future.

    You will enjoy it, just make sure you take the time to set everything up....it will pay off in the end.

    Congrats on the 8 month old...I have a 11 month old.

    P.S. - Hope you can protect the stereo from wondering hands :)
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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited January 2006
    Mike Sedai wrote:
    Yeah, I tried the Books out, but they weren't cutting it for music. Decided the floors were the way to go. Besides, the floors were on sale for half price, and the books would have been an additional 50$. Seemed like a no-brainer to me.

    Have you heard the LSi's. Iv'e had the RTi line and was impressed overall, but the LSi is a quantum leap in every aspect. It is not quite perfect, but as close as 600. shipped will get. Listen to the LSi9's and even the 7's. I liked the 7's better in a few cases, but went with the 9's. You will be getting a sub to fill in your HT anyway, so you wont need the very bottom end on them. You might give them a try before relegating your floor space so quickly. You will also have more placement options since there is no large low end driver that might want to live in a different place than the high end.
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  • jtoddaz
    jtoddaz Posts: 37
    edited January 2006
    yes, I agree that the setup is great, except the sub. I have turned up the gain, and it is adequate. As far as the previous post, i'm sure the lsi's are better, but if you do have a budget, the rti6's are a bargain at 289 at acoustic sound design!!
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