Older Yamaha receiver

[milcol]

Currently have my hdtv and components set up with a yamaha rxv2500,I am updating my tv to the Samsung 8000 and wondering if I should up my current Yamaha to one with hdmi outputs an suggestions on a good one, thanks to all who reply.

 

[3db]

Currently have my hdtv and components set up with a yamaha rxv2500,I am updating my tv to the Samsung 8000 and wondering if I should up my current Yamaha to one with hdmi outputs an suggestions on a good one, thanks to all who reply.

Look at the RX A1020, 2020, 3020 receivers. great stuff comes from that company.

 

[slipperybidness]

Currently have my hdtv and components set up with a yamaha rxv2500,I am updating my tv to the Samsung 8000 and wondering if I should up my current Yamaha to one with hdmi outputs an suggestions on a good one, thanks to all who reply.

Guess it depends on what you want. If more features and convenience, then prob upgrade. I have always found the Yamaha sound quality to be excellent and I doubt you will notice a huge difference in that dept.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

As far as I know component is limited to 1080i, not true 1080p and with larger Samsung 8000 series you could notice the difference in PQ but only if source is native 1080p like a BluRay movie

For dvd/cable/sat/netflix 1080i is more than ok. Sound quality as others mention don't expect much improments

 

[avliner]

IIRC, nowadays the component video output is limited to 480p, at least for DVD playback. I might as well be wrong, though.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

IIRC, nowadays the component video output is limited to 480p, at least for DVD playback. I might as well be wrong, though.

DVD is 480p If source is higher like HD cable or BluRay disk player - component cable CAN support up to 1080i (I read somewhere that is artificial limit, not a technical one)

 

[slipperybidness]

As far as I know component is limited to 1080i, not true 1080p and with larger Samsung 8000 series you could notice the difference in PQ but only if source is native 1080p like a BluRay movie

For dvd/cable/sat/netflix 1080i is more than ok. Sound quality as others mention don't expect much improments

You can (or at least could) do 1080p over component. I'm pretty sure some legacy gear can, but new gear may be a different story.

 

[Tin Ear]

Look at the RX A1020, 2020, 3020 receivers. great stuff comes from that company.

Last years gen, the RX-A1010, RX-A2010, and RX-A3010 can now be found at discounts and are spectacular receivers. Not many upgrades in the new models. I have a 2010 and it is really a great piece. If you are looking to stick with Yamaha, this is nice way to get a superb unit that is a little easier on the budget.