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Also, when you say an integrated amp, I think of 2 channel. Are you looking to get a multichannel receiver with a dedicated subwoofer output, bass management, LFE, etc.? Or do you mean a 2 channel, analog in/out integrated amp?

Since you won't be using this for HT duty, I would look for the fastest and most musical sub you can find rather than ultra low output. Maybe a used REL? The SVS and HSU are great subs too, in fact I own an SVS. However, I think they are geared more towards HT and low frequency output. I'm...

I no longer own a pair of the Usher S-520, but I wouldn't hesitate to buy another pair if I was looking for a new pair of small monitors. They are still a bargain at $480 IMHO. I've never heard the Danas or ELT's, but there are a couple of folks on avsforum that have compared them directly to...

I'll second your recommendation:D

You won't find anything comparable to the 805 for the money. I have mine in a media cabinet which is open on the back and a few inches of room above and to the sides. I'm not going to lie, it does run pretty warm on the back right side where the video processor and HDMI inputs are. However...

The loud popping also affects the Yamaha processor. Check link for more info http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1008620 There has also been a DSP firmware update for the Onkyo to correct this. http://forum.blu-ray.com/showpost.php?p=754392&postcount=12

I used to have the same Usher setup listed, but used some old athena's for surrounds rather than a second pair of the 520's. I would highly recommend the Usher's for your situation. They sound wonderful, are very easy to place (front ported and sound great practically anywhere), very...

Would you consider used? Audiogon has some pretty good deals from time to time. I think there are some audience 52's that were just posted. The Usher S-520 is a great little speaker but is intended for small rooms or used with a sub. In your price range I would check out the Usher...

Make sure that the HDMI Audio Out in the hardware menu ( I think it is in the hardware menu) is set to "off" or "no" unless you use the tv speakers for audio output.

Exactly! three different ways to measure watts = no standard You also need to factor in the THD+N, etc., etc...... There is no standard in advertising. Correct, as long as they are measured with the same "standard".;)

It's unfortunate that there is no standardized way for manufacturers to advertise watts. It's like cars, you need to put them on a dyno to find out how much power they actually make. I listened to some Usher tiny dancers the other day being powered by these 22 watt monoblocks...

No, I compared it to the 3808. I've never listened to the 2808. I know weight isn't everything, but the fact is the 805 has a good 20 pounds on the 2808 and a much larger power supply. The Denon 3808 and the Onkyo 805 had a warmer sound to them compared to the slightly more detailed Elite. I...

Really not a big deal. Use HDMI sources, or plug component straight into the TV and use the macros on the remote to simplify the whole operation. jliedeka is right, let your tv or dvd player do the scaling.

I think you have been misinformed and you really need to listen to both receivers. Between the 2808 and the 805, the 805 is not the tinny sounding receiver. The amp sections aren't even comparable. You would have to step up to the 3808 and possibly the 4308 and the 805 still has the beefier...

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Behringer-TRUTH-B2031A-Active-Monitors-Pair?sku=600601 Studio monitors aren't only good for near field listening. These are a good bang for the buck.

A better idea would be to post what you have heard. There are plenty of $400 bookshelf speakers out there. Well, I have heard quite a few monitor/bookshelf speakers, but not many at $400 retail. I've auditioned the Usher V601, Kef IQ3, NHT 3, Vienna Haydn, B&W 683 and the Revel M12. These...

You will have no problem running the danas 2 channel with a run of the mill amp. You can always add a beefier amp later for an improvement in SQ, but most modern receivers will have no problem powering them. They are small monitors with 5" drivers, so no matter how much power you throw at them...

I've listened to the 601 and the S-520 back to back and preferred the 520. The 601 plays lower and sounds bigger, but there is something special about the S-520, especially when you consider the price. I plan on auditioning some more Usher speakers this weekend, so I'll see if I feel the same...

I just picked up a pair of used Mackie hR824's on craigslist. I purchased them for recording, but now they double as my 2-channel setup since they sound so much better than anything else for the money(used). They are widely available on the used market in your price range since the new MkII's...

Curious, what Alpine speakers are they? I have some Alpine SPX-177a components laying around and was considering building an enclosure for them. They sounded great in my car.