Trying to coax the wife into a new reciever

ryanjoachim
ryanjoachim Posts: 2,046
edited February 2009 in Electronics
I'm looking at
http://www.shoponkyo.com/detail.cfm?productid=TX-SR806&modelid=111&group_id=1&detail=2

I'm looking for something that won't leave my RTi's so underpowered, and will also let me keep up with my HDMI needs (I have to use 2 of my TV's HDMI slots right now, along with the 3 on teh 605).

Unfortunately, this is all up to the wife, but i figure she wouldn't hurt me too much if I did some research first.

Lemme know what you think!
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TV: SAMSUNG UN55B7000 55" 1080p LED HDTV
HTPC: Chromecast w/ Plex Media Server. Media streamed from Media Server.
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  • Retro152
    Retro152 Posts: 985
    edited February 2009
    Nice system. Alot of forum members think very highly of Onkyo. Have heard real nice thing's about that model, plus it has pre-outs for an external amp. Think it would be quite sufficient for driving your setup. Adding an amp down the road will be a big plus too.
    Receiver: Pioneer Elite SC-05
    Amp: Emotiva Xpa-3
    Front L/R: POLK Rti-a9s':D
    Center:POLK Csi-a6
    Rear surround's:POLK Rti-a1s'
    Sub: Klipsch Synergy sub-12
    Sony Kdl-46w4100 46" LCD
    PS3
    Audioquest type 4 wiring.
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited February 2009
    I have the 806 and have nothing but good things to say about it. There have been some issues with some models of the 806 and blue dots being displayed on the screen during playback (but I think it is only if the unit is upscaling an analog signal, not positive though) Onkyo is aware of the problem, but haven't heard anything about a fix. I have all digital signals in and out of mine (all HDMI from PS3 to my Sony TV) and have had no problems with it at all. I am running Monitor 70 fronts, CS2 center, and Monitor 40 surrounds and it has more than enough power to keep all of them "happy" I am considering adding an external amp in the near future, and I'm sure that will only make me happier. I have a soft spot for Onkyo products and have always viewed their receivers as top quality units. I have heard good things about the 805 as well. The 806 is pretty much an "updated" 805 except they took out all the good audio stuff on the 806 and put better video stuff into it. The 806 is supposed to be better for video and the 805 is supposed to be better for audio. Also the 805 still retails for around $700-$800 and they don't have any refurbs on the Onkyo website that I saw. Long story short I love the 806 and would recommend it to anybody looking for a good mid to upper level receiver.
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited February 2009
    Onkyo 806 available on www.jr.com for 649....extra for shipping. But its new and comes with full two year warranty.

    I'd think about it. Though I have to agree the 805 is a bit better for audio...and probably has more power even though they're both rated 130 watts. The 805 weighs as much as an 875/6 and has the same audio guts.

    But the 806 is still powerful and a great deal. Right now you can get the 806 refurb from www.accessories4less.com the silver version for 549 and free shipping.

    the black version for 599. The site is Onkyo approved. 1 year warranty.


    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited February 2009
    Onkyo 806 available today. www.onecall.com for 629 NEW and FREE shipping?

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited February 2009
    check 6ave.com and tell them you are a AVSforum member, I bet they beat the prices above. I think they are an authorized etailor for Onk
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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