Need suggestions for reciever on a Klipsch 7.1 system

[joeafana]

I started out about 3 years ago with my first 5.1 system by purchasing the klipsch quintet III system, a Klipsch sub-12 and the Yamaha RXV665. I have since been upgrading piece by piece to my current system. I have the Klipsch C20, two Klipsch F20's, four Klipsch S20's, and the sub-12. I am still using the same reciever but I feel like I am under powering the speakers. I could use as much as $1000 into a new reciever. I would like for it to have network capabilities, other than that I am up for every suggestion anyone could give me.

 

[its phillip]

I believe the RX-V665 has a full set of preouts - you could just add an external amplifier to give your speakers more juice

 

[timoteo]

Yes ItsPhillip is right. I looked it up, the RX-V665 DOES have pre-outs. I dont think you'll gain much if any audible improvement in getting a new AVR. So if your Yamaha is serving you fine in all other aspects then yes you should just add an Emotiva XPA series amplifier. This will give you much more headroom.

However, Klipsch are known for being very efficient. Your Yamaha may be enough for them. I think those Klipsch are about 96dB as their rated sensitivity. This means its easy to get them loud. Plus they are a standard 8ohm speaker which means its a easy load to drive. Im not sure an amp will be the improvement you desire. Im thinkin maybe new speakers. But first answer a couple questions to help you out more:

What size is your room?

What volumes do you typically listen at?

If you do decide to get an Emo, keep an eye out on Audiogon for a used one.

 

[jcl]

Here's a link to a loudness comparison chart Decibel (Loudness) Comparison Chart

At 96 db at 1 meter with 1 watt your speakers are already pretty darn loud. Above the level at which sustained exposure may result in hearing loss. Now you should be sitting further away than 1 meter, and there will be reflections and furniture that will absorb sound. The take away is that they will get pretty darn loud with very little power.

 

[derrickdj1]

New AVR

The yammie is 90 w/ channel which is a good avr. If you want to upgrade, Pioneer's elite avr's are a good choice to go with Klipsch speakers. The Elite avr's are network ready, 3D, with MCACC, and do a good job with Klipsch speakers. Look for a SC 35 or 37 for 1/2 the price of the new model SC 55 or 57. These avr's will have all the power you need until you get RF 7II's or the 83's, lol.