Replacement for Onkyo 707

[skers_54]

Hey everyone,

I've been having issues with my Onkyo 707 and am now looking for a replacement. The Denon 4311 looks nice but I'd like some second opinions.

For the past several months, my 707 will randomly lose video while watching (TV, blu-ray, Xbox-source doesn't matter). The sound still plays and the TV shows the "no source connected" message. Changing HDMI cables and inputs on the TV didn't help; power cycling will occasionally help but usually I just have to wait. My conclusion was the HDMI board is going bad but I wanted to try a processor reset first. Well, I did that today and when I was re-measuring the sub response I found that the receiver is mis-applying the LPF to the subwoofer signal. What I get is a knee around 60 Hz but a slope that changes when I adjust the crossover frequency in the settings. I'm not sure if this is new (not likely, as I've been trying to solve a subjective lack of upper bass for a couple years), but either way I've had it with this POS.

Here's my current equipment
-Emotiva UPA-5 amp
-Usher UA-721 fronts, Paradigm Monitor surrounds and rears
-2 DIY Kappa Perfect subs driven by a Behringer amp with on-board EQ
-Panasonic VT50 plasma
-Denon DBP-1611, Roku, DirecTV and Xbox 360
-URC MX-450 with base station and RF lighting
-Belkin power center (for turning off sub amp)
-DIY and GIK acoustic treatments

Here's what I need in a new receiver
-Preouts: XLR sub outs would be nice but not required
-2 HDMI outputs: I'd like to add a projector in the future, mirrored is fine
-1 or more 12V trigger for my amps
-IR flasher input
-Room Correction: I'm leaning toward Audyssey XT32 for the dual sub setup, everything else is pretty much a wash
-At least 7 channels, preferably 9+. Assignability is desirable but not required. I have the external amp channels for the receivers that need them to expand past 7
-At least 5 HDMI inputs

Stuff I don't care about
-Video processing: the VT50 makes it superfluous
-Network features: Airplay would be OK but the rest of it does nothing for me. That's why I have the Roku.
-Multi-zone: won't really be used, besides the 2nd HDMI output for the future projector
-IP/RS232/bluetooth: probably won't be used
-3D/4k: not impressed by either really

Budget: $1300 max (retail price of Denon x4000). I'm ok with refurbs if they come from a reputable place like Accessories4less.

From my looking, the top choice is the Denon 4311. It's $1000 at accessories4less right now. The price and build are better than the x4000, and the extras (4K, DTS neo:X, networking) aren't on my priority list.

I happen to have some extra amps so a pre-pro could actually work for me. The Sherbourn PT-7030 looks interesting, but pre-pros are an area where my familiarity is lacking.

Thanks for your help!

Mike

 

[afterlife2]

Do you still have the sales receipt for the 707? If you do Onkyo will repair it for FREE.

 

[skers_54]

I do have the receipt but unfortunately it is a refurb from accessories4less and only had a 1 year warranty.

Unless there is something specific to this model that I am not aware of...

 

[afterlife2]

skers 54 I sent you a PM with all the info.

 

[Benbo]

afterlife2, I purchased a 706 (new) from ac4less which failed last week after 2years 10 months. I did not have the extended warranty. I have never had a component repaired and am wondering if you have used a repair service(possibly Onkyo) and if the 706 is worth investing in. I am having a problem with the receiver recognizing any signal input thru HDMI ports . Thanks for any help or advice.

 

[afterlife2]

PM sent Benbo.

 

[afterlife2]

Any update guys?

 

[skers_54]

Not yet. Sent an email but no response yet. I'm going try again after the weekend.

 

[Benbo]

Benbo here, I contacted the repair center and was advised that the 706 was beyond(aged out) its repair life, no parts available. Unfortunately I also had begun to have problems with my 809 and inquired as to cost of repair if there was HDMI failure. Guestimate was between $300. and $400, I searched and searched and found my online receipt and was under warranty. It cost me $62.00 (including insurance) to ship it out via UPS. I await it being repaired and returned. I have other receivers in the reading and bedrooms but I am considering(strongly) ordering a receiver for use( in the family room) while the 809 is being repaired. I looked at the 626 and 717. Can someone give me a push in the direction that I should go as far as a temporary replacement is concerned. I will regulate it as a spare/backup upon return of the 809

 

[panteragstk]

After all that I wouldn't buy another Onkyo. I have an 809 too. Got a good price on it. If it breaks I'll get it repaired under warranty, but if not then to the trashcan it goes. I'd get a cheap pioneer. I think you'll be surprised at how good they are. I got a 521-k for $140 and it is pretty great. I don't use it after getting the 809, but I'll find a use for it.

 

[afterlife2]

Yamaha HTR 4064 5 1 Channel AV Receiver 027108938493 | eBay
or
Amazon.com: Pioneer VSX-822-K 5.1-Channel Network Ready A/V Receiver: Electronics

 

[panteragstk]

Yamaha HTR 4064 5 1 Channel AV Receiver 027108938493 | eBay
or
Amazon.com: Pioneer VSX-822-K 5.1-Channel Network Ready A/V Receiver: Electronics

+1. Either of those would be great.

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

The Denon 4311 looks nice but I'd like some second opinions.

My second opinion is to get the Denon 4311 brand new for $1200-1300.

 

[Benbo]

replacement of Onkyo 707

Still waiting on the return of my Onkyo 809 from the repair center. I have been shopping and have narrowed my choices, I think to an Onkyo 818 or Yamaha RX-A1020 . What I need is a shove in one direction or the other. I can pick up the Yamaha (new) for $799. The 818 has a little more power and is wire-less connectable where as the Yamaha is not. I have the wife's approval to push the button so,, HELP!!! Benbo

 

[Benbo]

I have the Yamaha RX-A1020 on order, expecting it by Monday, end of day. Upon return of my Onkyo 809 from repair I will make a comparison and see "who rules the house".

 

[afterlife2]

Congrats. You really won't hear a difference, only If you change your speakers. Did you call the repair center to find out when you'll get it?

 

[rnatalli]

I beg to differ. Those units use very different room correction so will sound different.

 

[Benbo]

Benbo here again. Called service center on the Onkyo 809. The technician" just got to my receiver today. HDMI board bad, they must order one which will take a week. Will take 6 to 10 days to repair unit (once part is received) and ship it to me." I have received the Yamaha 1020 so I guess I will install it while waiting for the 809 to arrive. I will see how it drives my Klipsch and NHTs. I know that sounds like a strange mixture, efficient Klipsch and power hungry NHTs but hey, it works for me.

 

[afterlife2]

Which repair center did you send it to in Fl.?

 

[Benbo]

Afterlife2, the website directed me to send it to New Jersey, hence that $60. shipping charge. I still haven't installed the Yamaha 1020 yet. I was sort of waiting for the 809 to return and was going to set it up and see if and how it held up. I really don't feel like dragging that entertainment shelving out, switching out the Yamaha, putting in the 809 , and then switching out the 809 for the 1020 , no way! I hope that was not confusing.