Need help pairing speakers with a new receiver

[Shieldwolf_]

I have to replace my Denon 3805 receiver with something new and I'm looking for suggestions. I have original Klipsch RF7s RC7, RS7 and 2 RSW 15 subs. I did not care for the 2312ci Denon. It felt like a huge step down. That said I don't mind staying with Denon, but it sounds like for the money I might be able to a better receiver.

I'm looking for either a stand alone receiver or and amp. Ideally, it's 3d ready and most importantly it must be a good match with klipsch.

Any suggestions?

 

[Crackerballer]

Budget? Mainly for HT I assume? Receivers really don't "match" speakers. It's basically, can the receiver drive the speaker and does it have the features you want at the price point.

 

[Shieldwolf_]

I cant afford a 3000 receiver/ amp.
Ideally stay at 1500.00
for HT movstly TV/movies/games.
You are correct about amps. However, I would disagree about pairing as far as receivers go. For example Klipsch have a very warm sound so pairing them say with a pioneer elite receiver was not a good match. Power wise. From what I understand they are very efficient speakers but of course I would love to give them some more power.

If anyone lives in Los Angeles and can recommend a place other than Magnolia to go to I would also appreciate it. Those guys have been no help.

Here are the specs.

7 (surrounds)
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY: 2000Hz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 58Hz-20kHz (+-)3dB
HIGH FREQUENCY HORN: 2 x 8" square 90(o)x60(o) Tractrix(r) Horns
INPUT CONNECTIONS: One set of binding post speaker terminals
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 8 ohms
POWER HANDLING: 150 w max continuous (600 w peak)
SENSITIVITY: 98dB @ 2.83 volts/1 meter (equivalent sound energy)
TWEETER: Two K-122-K 1" (2.54cm) Titanium dome compression drivers
WOOFER: K-1084-SB 8" (20.32cm) Cerametallic(r) cone / cast polymer frame


RF7 (fronts)
Power Handling: 250 Watts Max Continuous (1000 Watts Peak)
Impedance: 8 Ohms
Tweeter: K-67-DV 1.75" Titanium Dome Compression Driver
High Frequency Horn: 8" Square 90 x 60 Tractrix Horn
Woofer: 2 K-1089-AV 10" Cerametallic Cone/Cast Aluminum Frame
Crossover Frequency: 220 Hz
Frequency Response: 33 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 3 dB)
Sensitivity: 102 dB @ 2.83 Volts/Meter
Enclosure Type: Bass Reflex Via Dual Rear-Firing Ports
Input Connections: 2 Sets Of Binding Post Speaker Terminals

RSW15 (sub)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 19-120Hz (+-)3dB
INPUTS: 2) Line level RCA phono jacks, Lowpass Enable / Disable switch for LFE mode
LOW PASS CROSSOVER: Continuously variable from 40-120Hz, 36dB/octave slope above 120Hz
MAX CONTINUOUS OUTPUT: 121dB @ 30Hz 1/8 space, 1 meter
OUTPUTS: 2) Line level RCA phono jacks (unfiltered)
PHASE: Switchable 0 or 180 degrees
POWER HANDLING: FTC Rated Power: 650 watts continuous, 30-110Hz @ <1% THD / Dynamic Power*: 2400 watts @ <1% THD / *Dynamic power indicates the actual power this amplifier will deliver to the woofer under normal oper
VOLTAGE: 110/120 VAC 60Hz
WOOFER: K-1114-T 15" (38.1cm) rear-firing Cerametallic(r) cone, cast aluminum frame active / KD-20-T 15" (38.1cm) front-firing Cerametallic(r) cone, cast aluminum frame passive



RC7 (center)
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY: HF: 1950Hz MF: 550Hz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 45Hz-20kHz (+-)3dB
HIGH FREQUENCY HORN: 8" square 90(o)x60(o) Tractrix(r) Horn
INPUT CONNECTIONS: 2 sets of binding post speaker terminals
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 8 ohms
POWER HANDLING: 200 w max continuous (800 w peak)
SENSITIVITY: 98dB @ 2.83 volts/1 meter
TWEETER: K-67-DV 1.75" (4.45cm) Titanium dome compression driver
WOOFER: Two K-1083-SB 8" (20.32cm) Cerametallic(r) cone / cast polymer frame

 

[Crackerballer]

DENON AVR-4311CI 9.2 Channel Network Home Theater Receiver | Accessories4less

I'd do that plus an amp if you really want one, but I don't think you need one.

Or this

http://www.accessories4less.com/index.php?page=item&id=DENAVR4310CI

 

[GranteedEV]

You are correct about amps. However, I would disagree about pairing as far as receivers go. For example Klipsch have a very warm sound so pairing them say with a pioneer elite receiver was not a good match.

Has nothing to do with it. You just don't like the sound of Klipsch speakers.

This whole "match" thing is just your imagination, probably fueled by what people on the internet are telling you.

 

[sholling]

For example Klipsch have a very warm sound

I've never before heard Klipsch described as "warm" but that aside there are no warm or bright receivers. There are differences in real world power output and features but not warmth or brightness.

You occasionally see a Denon AVR-4311ci go on sale for under (sometimes well under) $1500 from an authorized dealer and that would be my first choice. An AVR-3312ci should be well within your budget as well.

 

[zieglj01]

I have owned many receivers and some Klipsch reference line speakers.
I only hear a minor (minor) difference in the processing, and direct mode
is direct. In general, the minor processing did not change the character
of the Klipsch sound. As far as the minor difference in receiver processing,
The Yamaha's would have a slight (minor/small) warmer sound. For me
when I listen to Klipsch Reference, I need a blanket.
Speaker placement and room treatment, is the key.
Yamaha
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882115328