Replacing Yamaha RX-A2000

[snakeeyes]

Those Klipsch subs don’t get very good reviews. You might want to look at subs from HSU Research, SVS, Rythmik, or Monoprice Monolith if you want to upgrade the setup.

 

[beermati]

Thanks, that's helpful @PENG. I'm doing a semi-custom build for a new entertainment console, using IKEA Besta. I am adding Infinity fans in the rear, they will definitely be needed as the front doors are solid (some wood, some glass).

 

[beermati]

Those Klipsch subs don’t get very good reviews. You might want to look at subs from HSU Research, SVS, Rythmik, or Monoprice Monolith if you want to upgrade the setup.

I've had the speakers, including the sub for over 10 years and they provide great sound. Sub particularly provides excellent effects in this room. I'm sure it's not the best, but I've been happy with it. Thanks for the feedback, however. If I need to replace I will consider those replacements.

 

[KEW]

Thanks, that's helpful @PENG. I'm doing a semi-custom build for a new entertainment console, using IKEA Besta. I am adding Infinity fans in the rear, they will definitely be needed as the front doors are solid (some wood, some glass).

Just to make sure you are on the right page with this, you want your fans exhausting high and if the cabinet is closed, you want to cut an intake port in the cabinet down low (no reason to fight the fact that hot air rises). You should also cut a grid of holes in the shelves to draw air up through the electronics rather than have it simply flow up along the edges of the shelves and by-pass the electronics. If any of that doesn't make sense, just ask!
If you grew up with an attic fan used on a regular basis, you understand what I am talking about!

 

[beermati]

Just to make sure you are on the right page with this, you want your fans exhausting high and if the cabinet is closed, you want to cut an intake port in the cabinet down low (no reason to fight the fact that hot air rises). You should also cut a grid of holes in the shelves to draw air up through the electronics rather than have it simply flow up along the edges of the shelves and by-pass the electronics. If any of that doesn't make sense, just ask!

Kurt - thanks! Yes, I am installing them high in rear. The warmest section (with the AVR) will have plenty of inflow, as I will have to cut the back panel to accommodate the 17" depth of the unit in the 15" deep cabinet! I'm adding vent for inflow in other sections.

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

Thanks all the quick replies!

I'm not clear on this comment. Are you saying A3600H is better option than A2000?

It's kind of hard to ignore the Denon X3500 for $600 when the Yamaha RX-A1080 is $1200.

Personally I switched from Denon to Yamaha. Some prefer Denon and some prefer Yamaha.

There are threads discussing Denon vs Yamaha vs Anthem AVRs if you want to do a search on the forum.

Denon/Marantz vs Yamaha vs Anthem Thread

It seems DM, Yamaha, and Anthem are the 3 big AVR heavyweights these days. I think a lot of newbies would love to get some perspective on these three brands. What are their pros and cons? If you have owned all three brands of AVR, your opinions would be greatly appreciated. If you have at...

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I recently sold my 2 Denon AVRs (X3100 and 3312). I have listed my Denon AVR-5308 on Craigslist. If I sell my 5308, I will probably get a Yamaha 1080, 2080, or 3080.

As AVRs go, I think the RX-A1080 is fine. I wouldn't worry about it. But it does cost twice as much as the Denon X3500.