H Help Wanted Guest Jun 8, 2004 #1 I'm a beginner. Just purchased a Velodyne CHT-12 Subwoofer and a pair of Infinity Alpha 20 bookcase speakers for L and R front. Will have stereo setup to start and over time may go to surround sound. Which receiver would you recommend within the $300-$430 range? I'm looking at the Onkyo TX-SR701 (Refurb at eCost.com) for $430 and the Kenwood VR7080 at Electronics Expo for $317.77. I'm open to others though. Please tell me what you think. And thanks a bunch!
I'm a beginner. Just purchased a Velodyne CHT-12 Subwoofer and a pair of Infinity Alpha 20 bookcase speakers for L and R front. Will have stereo setup to start and over time may go to surround sound. Which receiver would you recommend within the $300-$430 range? I'm looking at the Onkyo TX-SR701 (Refurb at eCost.com) for $430 and the Kenwood VR7080 at Electronics Expo for $317.77. I'm open to others though. Please tell me what you think. And thanks a bunch!
H hopjohn Full Audioholic Jan 28, 2004 463 0 28 TX Jun 9, 2004 #2 I'm not big fan of the Kenwood. If the refurbed Onkyo turns out to be in good shape it is the better buy. You might also consider a Harmon Kardon receiver in that price range.
I'm not big fan of the Kenwood. If the refurbed Onkyo turns out to be in good shape it is the better buy. You might also consider a Harmon Kardon receiver in that price range.
U Unregistered Guest Jun 9, 2004 #3 Thanks! After reading your post, I looked on the web this morning, decided on the HK 3480 stereo receiver and purchased it new through B&D for $290 (Shipping included).
Thanks! After reading your post, I looked on the web this morning, decided on the HK 3480 stereo receiver and purchased it new through B&D for $290 (Shipping included).
