I have a Samsung PN50C6500 50" Plasma TV and need to replace my old marantz receiver and pinnacle towers.
Like many others that ask this type of question, I did much research online and a little in the stores. I know more should be done in store where you can listen, but distance/time and intimidation factors make it hard for me to take advantage of in store comparisons.
I had a $650 budget that has exploded to $900, but I cant go any higher than that... and this needs to be a one time purchase (dont want to fight wife later for items).
This is what I was considering....
Receiver: Pioneer VSX-520-K ($199) or Pioneer VSX-820-K ($275)
Speakers: Jamo C403 Bookshelf Speakers x 4 ($240)
Jamo C400CEN Center Speaker x1 ($80)
Premier Acoustic PA-120 Sub x1 ($230)
Speaker Stands: Dayton SS-SAT satellite x4 ($110 w/shipping) ugh!
I have dish network and a PS3 and mostly watch TV/blu-ray and occationally play games. I would use it for some casual music listening and also own an IPod touch.
My first concern is that the speakers are 6ohm and am unsure if the pioneer receivers can safely drive them. Also, are the 820 or 920 models any better sound wise (or are they just more feature-ful)?
My second concern is that I may be way off from getting the best bang for my buck. I am not an audiophile by any means... but I want to get quality sound ... regardless of my lack of knowledge. I was considering getting Polk Monitor 30/cs1 w/ a psw10 sub and saving some money, but heard the Jamo may be a better option.
So if anyone has some advice (major changes or minor changes), it would be very helpful and greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Fonz