Onkyo SR876

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At a price point of $990 new delivered, what else is out there that is as good or better than the SR876?

Is the SR805 at $300 less, the better option ($450 less for a refurb)?

The AVR is for a 90% dedicated HT measuring 18 x 28 x 10
Possibly connecting to an AV123 850/200/450 Rocket system.

 

[jostenmeat]

The difference between those two mainly resides in VP. Ok, the newer one has Dynamic EQ/Volume, but I don't think that dedicated HTs really benefit from this tech nearly as much as living rooms do.

The 876 has VP that blows away what most any other receiver anywhere near the price point can offer. However, its still pretty rudimentary AFAIK compared to an outboard device.

It's all about budget. Always.

If you want better VP, you can do 805 + video processor.

Or, if you think you might go for anything near reference volumes, you might instead consider 805 + outboard amp. Of course, you can do the 876 with outboard amp.

However, you very well might not need extra power either. Best to just use receiver first, and add later if you see it's a good idea to do so. But, I think I did answer the original question. Amp sections should be similar, both have XT.

 

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Thanks--

To look at this from another angle, if I were to use an Emotiva UPA-7 amp for $550, is there a receiver that will provide the functionality of the SR-876 and total out @ $1000?

Can I use the UPA-7 in a 5.1 configuration?

Dave

 

[jostenmeat]

Thanks--

To look at this from another angle, if I were to use an Emotiva UPA-7 amp for $550, is there a receiver that will provide the functionality of the SR-876 and total out @ $1000?

No.

I was trying to help you decide for yourself in terms of which might be most beneficial, between:

-876, with some money in pocket
-different receiver + greater power/headroom for a bit more
-different receiver + better video processor for a bit more
-different receiver + greater power/headroom + better video processor for a lot more

sounds like #1 wins for you: less money. try the 876 then. While the 876 lacks compared to a beefy outboard amp, and lacks compared to an outboard video processor, you do get a lot for your money. But if you could narrow down either the importance of power vs video, if you had to choose one, you could pay maybe 200-300$ more by doing a different combo. I hope that makes sense as far as where I was coming from.

Can I use the UPA-7 in a 5.1 configuration?

Sure, why not? You'll either have two unused channels, or you can try figuring out a way to passively biamp your mains. I wouldn't know the best way to recommend how to do that, unfortunately, and depending who you ask, it might not be worth the trouble. Of course, ya just might be fine with the receiver all by itself. And like I said, I'd definitely wait on adding the amplifier, because you very well might not need it. This will depend on the DB levels you desire, distances you sit from speakers, and the speakers' characteristics.

 

[Nomo]

Thanks--

To look at this from another angle, if I were to use an Emotiva UPA-7 amp for $550, is there a receiver that will provide the functionality of the SR-876 and total out @ $1000?

Can I use the UPA-7 in a 5.1 configuration?

Dave

As Jostenmeat said; it all depends on your need for the video processing.
That is a great price for the 876, but possibly a waste of money over the 805 without the need for the VP.

 

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As Jostenmeat said; it all depends on your need for the video processing.
That is a great price for the 876, but possibly a waste of money over the 805 without the need for the VP.

As far as intended usage of the system--

10% audio, 90% HT
As far as the HT usage, 70% cable, 25% Blu Ray (which I have yet to select/buy), and 5% Wii

Dave

 

[PopDisplay]

Thanks for your help.
I ordered today a new SR876 in black from B&H for $989.95, delivered.

Dave

 

[jostenmeat]

Congratulations on this unit as well! Looks like stuff is starting to brew over at your place . . . PJ, receiver . . . good on you for taking some time and researching before pulling the triggers.

 

[tattoo_Dan]

Thanks for your help.
I ordered today a new SR876 in black from B&H for $989.95, delivered.

Dave

I picked an 876 up on Tuesday,I am looking forward to getting it fully setup.

 

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I picked an 876 up on Tuesday,I am looking forward to getting it fully setup.

priced paid?
vendor?
new/refurb?

dave

 

[Nemo128]

My experiences with Onkyo have been mostly positive. I'm sure you'll be pleasantly surprised by both power output and VP quality.

 

[MatthewB.]

The manual for my Onkyo 805 is also the manual for the 875 and according to it, on the 875 you can bridge the sixth and seventh channels to the mains (the 805 you cannot) you have to go into the setup menu and indicate you are bridging the amp channels, but can be done with a 5,1 system. I'm almost positive the 876 should be able to do this also.

 

[tattoo_Dan]

priced paid?
vendor?
new/refurb?

dave

well,it's new,
it was an upgrade from an 806,
it was more than you paid,
and it's from a small local dealer here in Sacramento,
and lastly,so far,I love it !


edit:
I really like the HD radio and the dynamic volume for everyday tv watching.

 

[Legacy712]

...on the 875 you can bridge the sixth and seventh channels to the mains... you have to go into the setup menu and indicate you are bridging the amp channels, but can be done with a 5,1 system. I'm almost positive the 876 should be able to do this also.

I've had an 876 for a few weeks now, and, yes, you can bridge. Btw, I love this receiver!

(Paid around $990 from Newegg.)