So I have this old Denon receiver, 3803, that I bought new about 14 or 15 years ago it seems. Still works and sounds fine, just no HDMI or any of the newer Dolby, so maybe time for an upgrade there. Its powering a 3.0 setup of DefTech 2002tl towers and clr2000 center speakers, connected to a 58" Panny Plasma. Mostly for home theater, but also music and some occasional gaming. The room it will ultimately go into soon is an open concept area of 24 x 31, with half of that the living room and the other half kitchen and dining room. Been checking out you tube about the new Denons and looking at last years models also. So what am getting at....is there much to be gained buying the latest greatest over last years model? The Plasma I will keep until it quits, although it has no eArc or even Arc for that matter, then maybe a 4k. The component connection to the receiver/tv gives a good picture. Would HDMI be an improvement in any way? Any advantage in getting the HDMI 2.1? Not trying to fool myself into thinking the system will be future proofed or anything like that as this tech seems to change pretty quickly. Just hate buying something then a while later comes one of those Homer Simpson DOH!!! moments realizing should have gone another direction. Not really stuck on one brand, been looking at Denon, Yamaha and also the Outlaw separates, but the Denon 3803 has been a very good receiver.
For speakers I am pretty much sold on the SVS Ultras for front stage, along with a pair of probably HSU 15" subs. The DefTechs can be used for surrounds. A 5.2 or 7.2 system is fine as not really interested in Atmos.
Just looking for advice or input from those more knowledgeable on the subject than I . Thanks in advance.
