The Onkyo RZ series - any thoughts ?

[ThunderClap]

I can now get an 810 for 699 online this AVR was 1500 bucks - anyone have experience with recent Onkyo stuff or this model specifically ?

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

If it were from a local store with a free 5YR replacement warranty, I might................

No, scratch that. I wouldn't even.......

With all the horrible stories and lack of Audyssey DEQ, I wouldn't buy it unless it's $200.

 

[afterlife2]

Get a used tx818. Depends on your needs. Make sure to keep a fan on top with air circulating out. I recommend that anytime you buy any receiver.

 

[lovinthehd]

Personally I think Onkyo has gotten beyond their hdmi/network board issues as far as reliability goes but I dropped them from consideration when they dropped Audyssey in favor of their own but very limited AccuEQ program. You might also try this article http://www.audioholics.com/av-receiver-reviews/onkyo-rz-series-a-v-receivers

 

[ThunderClap]

If it were from a local store with a free 5YR replacement warranty, I might................

No, scratch that. I wouldn't even.......

With all the horrible stories and lack of Audyssey DEQ, I wouldn't buy it unless it's $200.

That bad eh? Were you burned by them?


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[AcuDefTechGuy]

That bad eh? Were you burned by them?


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Just knew friends who had bad experiences. And all the complaints on the forum. With other brands available (like you could get some Denon/Marantz for 50% off at times), I don’t think it's worth taking the risk with Onkyo.

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[ThunderClap]

Yeah I read the article above and what gets me is the bloated power levels.
I had an onkyo years ago and it was really powerful and clear but the hdmi Input crumbled.



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[lovinthehd]

Yeah I read the article above and what gets me is the bloated power levels.
I had an onkyo years ago and it was really powerful and clear but the hdmi Input crumbled.



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Just look for realistic power specs that are comparable to others; there's still relatively little difference between most avrs in that respect, only a few dB variance. If you need power for your speakers/spl preferences then get an avr with pre-outs and use external amps. My Onkyo I got in 2011 finally exhibited the network/hdmi board issues this year, and I must say the extended warranty repair was smooth as silk and hope to see many more years use from it.

 

[Tankman]

I have their TX -NR656, outstanding performance still going strong. Best part I picked it up new for $348.00.