Help me pick a reciever!

Jp381242
Jp381242 Posts: 60
edited December 2011 in Electronics
Ok I am trying to decided what reciever I want to go with.

These are what I have in mind but dont be afraid to add!

Yamaha - RX - 671 or A710

Pioneer - VSK 1021k - 299 NEWEGG Black Friday special....

Denon - 1912

I am trying to stay around 400. Dont need airplay but would be nice. I do want a GUI and decent power. Running 2Moniter 70s/psw 505 sub, CS2 Center and 2 OWM 3s.


Thanks for the help!
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited November 2011
    I hate to say this, but I wouldn't go any lower than the TOTL Pioneer. The VSX-1121

    Good power, good sound, pre-outs and all the features you currently need! Yeah, it's going to cost you some 'more'!

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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    I'll second that. Listen to cnh, its very good advice. Look at used if you want to save some money.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Both are Pioneer fans I see? Anyone else?
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    I also have a yamaha rx-v2400. not just a pioneer fan . the sc series is just a really good receiver.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    How about the Yamaha RX-A710?
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    if you plan on upgrading later you may want to look at the rx-a810. it has preouts for later upgrades plus a little more power. just a suggestion if you lookin at yamaha.
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    Pioneer vsx-1120-k refurbished on amazon rite now $360 + $42 shipping. has preouts, power, and for two buck over you $400 limit. the reason everyone says make sure it has prouts is if you decide to add an amp later and believe me it makes a HUGE differance.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    1020? Never looked at that one. Are we a no go on the RX-671?

    I guess I worry about the Moniter 70s
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    I mean the 1120k. Looks good. Is it out dated though?
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,502
    edited November 2011
    Your best sounding choice would be a separate preamp and amps.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Does the Denon 1912 have pre-outs?
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    1120k is not outdated. For your stated budget thats what i would go with. And of corse separates would be better but not with your budget will you be able to get them. Get 1120k now and add amplifier when you can afford one. Just my opinion.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Thats for the education guys. Really glad I asked. Funny how most reviews and adds fail to mention pre-outs which to me seem like a big issue if you want to future proof.

    I also see I can get a Yamaha RX-A800 pretty cheap and DOES have pre-outs. I think im down to that and the 1120k. Do you guys have a preferance? I want to get one of these in the mail soon!

    Thanks
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited November 2011
    Used Pioneer SC-25 is definitely in your budget. Buy this now if the funds are available. This things is immaculate. Has preouts, can power any system you throw at it with ease, plus tons of bells/whistles to tickle you for days on end. It is a networked receiver and can do internet radio and stream audio over your network. You will be very happy you scored this one.

    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?preatran&1326291373&/Pioneer-SC-25-
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  • nguyendot
    nguyendot Posts: 3,594
    edited November 2011
    1120k. We're pretty Pioneer biased here, simply because they sound the best with the type of speakers we generally run. Also there is a myriad of options that we like with Pioneer.

    I would go with the 1120k personally. I ran a 1019 previously and loved it. Now I run an Elite...and it was well worth the long wait (years...)
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Sherardp wrote: »
    Used Pioneer SC-25 is definitely in your budget. Buy this now if the funds are available. This things is immaculate. Has preouts, can power any system you throw at it with ease, plus tons of bells/whistles to tickle you for days on end. It is a networked receiver and can do internet radio and stream audio over your network. You will be very happy you scored this one.

    http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?preatran&1326291373&/Pioneer-SC-25-

    Are you selling this one personally?
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited November 2011
    No it's not me selling it bro, just the saw the deal and passed it on to you.
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    Its a good price on the sc-25. You can make an offer for less. Worse that could happen is he says no.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited November 2011
    That is a good price and the very last thing he says is "Price is FIRM!" So he will say no if you lowball it.
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  • polkfarmboy
    polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
    edited November 2011
    Go for an anthem mrx and spend over budget lol
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited November 2011
    Jp381242 wrote: »
    Both are Pioneer fans I see? Anyone else?
    Well I am a Yamaha fan but what is offered to you is so you dan drive the 70s with decent power and the Elites are also known for very good receivers.
    chumlie wrote: »
    I also have a yamaha rx-v2400. not just a pioneer fan . the sc series is just a really good receiver.
    Exactly!
    Jp381242 wrote: »
    How about the Yamaha RX-A710?
    Nope, you will not get the maximum out of your 70s!
    chumlie wrote: »
    if you plan on upgrading later you may want to look at the rx-a810. it has preouts for later upgrades plus a little more power. just a suggestion if you lookin at yamaha.
    If you do not want to pay now, you'll eventually pay later by adding external amps. Also, for many Yamaha receivers are not the best match with Polk speakers.
    chumlie wrote: »
    Pioneer vsx-1120-k refurbished on amazon rite now $360 + $42 shipping. has preouts, power, and for two buck over you $400 limit. the reason everyone says make sure it has prouts is if you decide to add an amp later and believe me it makes a HUGE differance.
    That is a must unless you want to turn around down the road and start all over the purchase process. Also, the 70s could benifit greatly from an external amp.
    cfrizz wrote: »
    That is a good price and the very last thing he says is "Price is FIRM!" So he will say no if you lowball it.
    Odd, it says obo at the top of the page and firm at the bottom however, definitley agree it is a great price right from the basic add.
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    Sorry. I didn't see the firm on bottom of ad. Still a killer price.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Yea I am thinking of going with the 1120 k. I see amazon has one. I def want pre outs now. The SC-25 is great but I dont know if I trust buying online so much. Although I did find a 1120k brand new for under 400 on ebay. Im going to wait and see if there are any sales for Black Friday. I hate waiting.....
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    Can't go wrong waiting till friday. I think you'll be happy with the 1120k on your budget. Keep us posted.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Will do. Let me know if you guys find any 1120s. The one on ebay is gone.
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  • jaritta
    jaritta Posts: 277
    edited November 2011
    I would suggest the denon 1912, Yeah it doesnt have pre outs but it does have network capibility. The ability to download a denon control app for the ipod touch. Internet radio, Audyssey and several other features. And I would contend if you are not playing at outragous levels the 1912 would do great in your case. If you can muster up a little extra cash the denon 3311 would be a great choice, I bet you could pick up a very nice used one that is a floor modle or slightly used for around 600-700 if pre outs are a must. I peresonally love the sound and tone out of the denon's, They are the best I have heard for the money. just my .02
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    1120k still at Amazon. $359 refurbished + $42 shipping.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Hey guys sorry to add yet another reciever to the mix. What do you think of the Onkyo NRTR-708? Last years model of the 709. It DOEs have pre-outs. 399 refurb.
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Also how much of a sound diffrence am I really going to hear coming from my old Yamaha RX-V463? I just want to make sure its worth it. I know the receivers were going over offer far more features but of course its sound quality thats the most important.
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited November 2011
    Just go to Best Buy and purchase the Pio. Get it over with.
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