Time for receiver uprade

dskns26
dskns26 Posts: 8
edited December 2011 in Electronics
Hello. New member here with a serious upgrade bug:). I currently have a Harman Kardon AVR 235 that I am happy with but would like to get into the new age. I have a 5.1 setup with Polk Monitor 70 fronts, CS20 center, Polk Monitor 60 rears and a BIC PL-200 sub. This will be for 75% movies/TV and 25% music. My budget is $500 with a little flexibility.
I have narrowed (believe it or not) my avr selections down to the following and would like any input or experience with them.

Yamaha rx-v671
Yamaha rx-v667
Yamaha rx-a710
Onkyo tx-nr 609
Harman Kardon AVR 3600
Denon 1911
Denon 1912
Denon 2112ci
Denon 2311
Pioneer vsx-1021
Pioneer Elite vsx-50

I guess I really didn't narrow as much as I thought! Well I would really appreciate any feedback and input.
Thanks

Last minute addition to choices.....Onkyo tx-nr 809 ($650 Black Friday deal)
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    From the list above. I would go with your last minute addition Onkyo tx-nr 809.
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  • NewHTguy
    NewHTguy Posts: 584
    edited November 2011
    +1 on the 809. At that price (from an authorized dealer) you cannot go wrong.
    MAIN: Polk Lsi9s; Polk PSW505; Lsic (in box); Onkyo SR-875; Parasound 2250; Cambridge Audio 740C; LG BD370
    OFFICE: Polk Lsi7; REL T3; HK 3490; CA 840W; Onkyo C-S5VL
    BENCHED: CS20; OWM3s
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  • jbooker82
    jbooker82 Posts: 1,627
    edited November 2011
    I like my tx-NR808 and would get another one. The 809 has better 4k up scaling, and Audyssey MultiEq XT.
    AVR: Onkyo Tx-NR808
    Amplifier: Carver A-753x 250 watts x 3
    Fronts: Polk RTI A7 (modded by Trey VR3)
    Center: CSI A4 (modded by Trey VR3)
    Rear: FXI A4
    Sub: Polk DSW Pro 660wi
    TV: LG Infinia 50PX950 3D
    Speaker Cable: AudioQuest Type 8
    IC: AudioQuest Black Mamba II
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  • Jp381242
    Jp381242 Posts: 60
    edited November 2011
    Pioneer 1121k on sale today on Newegg for 399! Go get it.
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited November 2011
    There you go. Good deal.
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  • dskns26
    dskns26 Posts: 8
    edited November 2011
    I can get the Denon 2112 for $450 shipped or would you still say got with the Pioneer 1121?
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,499
    edited November 2011
    The Pioneer with the Marvel and Texas Intrument chips....and a little better power rating
    2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
    Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
    Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
    Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC

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  • AndrewReefer559
    AndrewReefer559 Posts: 28
    edited November 2011
    1121 is 399$ today only newegg
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  • Soverign
    Soverign Posts: 11
    edited November 2011
    Hey, you may, if you have not bought yet, check out outlaw audio, they have an area with "B" items, and closeouts that may interest you! They also offer Marantz, that is their buddy connection for their amps.....Hope this helps you out
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  • dskns26
    dskns26 Posts: 8
    edited December 2011
    Thanks for the help and suggestions. I ended up going with the Pioneer 1121 and now just have to set it up.
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited December 2011
    Pioneer 1121? Great choice in that price range. You'll be happy!!

    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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  • dskns26
    dskns26 Posts: 8
    edited December 2011
    Is there any advantage or disadvantage to bi-amping with the 1121?
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  • Theheadsn
    Theheadsn Posts: 413
    edited December 2011
    dont, its not worth it.

    esecially with a receiver with no pre outs
    Home Theater Setup
    • Receiver - Onkyo TX-RZ1100
    • Mains - Polk RTi A9's
    • External Amps - Outlaw 2200 Monoblocks for L/R/C
    • Center - Polk CSiA6
    • Side Surrounds - Polk FXiA6's
    • Atmos - 4 Polk 80F/X RT's
    • Sub - SVS PC-4000
    • T.V. - LG OLED65C7P

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  • Theheadsn
    Theheadsn Posts: 413
    edited December 2011
    *especially
    Home Theater Setup
    • Receiver - Onkyo TX-RZ1100
    • Mains - Polk RTi A9's
    • External Amps - Outlaw 2200 Monoblocks for L/R/C
    • Center - Polk CSiA6
    • Side Surrounds - Polk FXiA6's
    • Atmos - 4 Polk 80F/X RT's
    • Sub - SVS PC-4000
    • T.V. - LG OLED65C7P

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