$800 Avr For Ht

[PopDisplay]

Looking for opinions
I have 17 x 28 HT. I want to create a 7.1 audio system and also feed my existing RPTV and PJ via HDMI. I have a budget of $5000 with approx $2800 allocated to the PJ and screen.

I already have the 2 rear channel speakers installed in the back wall of the HT.

So, I have approx $2200 to spend on the AVR, side, front (R, L, & C) speakers and the sub(s).

Eagerly awaiting all opinions.

TIA,

Dave

 

[jostenmeat]

Just my opinion, but get one that has the XT version of Audyssey Multi EQ. Older Onkyos have them, not the newer ones in your price range.

I believe Denon should have something at that price point hopefully, and they enjoy a more celebrated and reliable reputation it seems.

My Onkyo works like a champ, however.

Not EVERYONE likes Audyssey, but there are enough people who do, that I heartily suggest trying it. I loved what it did even after adding 8 large acoustic treatments to the HT, with more to come eventually.

 

[Chopin_Guy]

PopDisplay,

You have several options in the up to $800 price bracket, all of which will give you an AVR with competent performance. However, given that this will only leave you $1,400 to purchase speakers and sub--I would urge you to lower the $800 a bit so you can put the money into better speakers....

That aside I will list some options for you:

Onkyo TX-SR806 -- $699 (shipped) on sale at Crutchfield --NO Audyssey XT
Onkyo TX-SR805 -- $550 ($30 shipping) refurb on Ebay w/warranty -- HAS Audyssey XT
Onkyo TX-SR805 -- $682 (shipped) NEW from Amazon -- HAS Audyssey XT
Denon 2808ci -- $599 ($20 shipping) Amazon -- HAS Audyssey XT

These would be my top choices, excluding the SR806 actually. I only put that because model because I noticed it was $300 off at Crutchfield. The 805 is a beast and can be had for a low price and then you have the 2808ci which is also an excellent unit. Both come with the XT calibration which is a good choice as Josten mentioned...