Need help choosing AVR

[diamondbacvenom]

Hello all,

I recently made a post about purchasing a new HT system and I received great feedback. The speaker set I have chosen is the SVS SBS-01...for $800, I think I'm getting a steal. Now I'll be using those speakers along with the PB10 sub. I just need help in deciding which AVR to purchase. One of the members recommended the Onkyo TX-SR605

http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4166655

However I looked around and saw the Pioneer VSX-1016TXVK for $30 cheaper and it looked like the Pioneer has more features.

http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4128746

I'm a new to the HR scene but I was wondering out of those two, which I should get for the SVS set. Or if there is another AVR I overlooked for 400$ or less.

Thanks!

 

[Johnd]

The short answer is the Onkyo has Audyssey and more inputs, whereas the Pioneer has more power. It depends on your needs. Power: go Pioneer. Either one is a phenomenal deal.

 

[Seth=L]

Also, the Pioneer does not process video or audio over HDMI like the Onkyo. The Pioneer switches HDMI sources only.

I would get the Onkyo, that speaker system shouldn't need tons of power with the x-over set to 80-100 hz and the speakers set to small. And the Pioneer shouldn't be overwhelmingly more powerful than the Onkyo.

The only feature missing from the 605 would be preouts for all channels. It would be nice to have that feature, but at this price point who's complaining?

 

[mtrycrafts]

Hello all,

I recently made a post about purchasing a new HT system and I received great feedback. The speaker set I have chosen is the SVS SBS-01...for $800, I think I'm getting a steal. Now I'll be using those speakers along with the PB10 sub. I just need help in deciding which AVR to purchase. One of the members recommended the Onkyo TX-SR605

http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4166655

However I looked around and saw the Pioneer VSX-1016TXVK for $30 cheaper and it looked like the Pioneer has more features.

http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4128746

I'm a new to the HR scene but I was wondering out of those two, which I should get for the SVS set. Or if there is another AVR I overlooked for 400$ or less.

Thanks!

The power difference between the two is very small so don't worry about that issue. Get the one that will meet you flexibility needs now and a bit into the future.

 

[Gimpy Ric]

Never been a big fan of pioneer. But I have an Onkyo 2.1 system in the living room. Go with the 605, it's the hottest thing for the money IMO.

 

[diamondbacvenom]

I love this forum, you guys rock. Thanks for your help!