Receiver Overkill or Future Proofing?

[jjackkrash]

I have three different family members with a Denon 2112 and all are happy with it. I think its a pretty solid unit with a decent amp section and, best of all, you get MultEQ XT, which will Eq a Sub. Whatever receiver you get, make sure it will Eq the sub, because, IMO, this will have the greatest impact on sound quality. The 2112 also has a pretty nice GUI, even if you don't need networking. Otherwise, look at the 1712 (its a little cheaper, no networking, worse GUI). Call (you have to call) Electronics Expo or J&R and ask for best price, they are both authorized dealers and you can get that unit new in the box for substantially < your $500 budget shipped and probably tax free, depending on where you live.

Edit: I just saw you might want preouts. The 2112 does not have preouts. I am not sure you need them, but if you want them and still want a Denon, you need to get into at least the 3312.

 

[owasse]

I have three different family members with a Denon 2112 and all are happy with it. I think its a pretty solid unit with a decent amp section and, best of all, you get MultEQ XT, which will Eq a Sub. Whatever receiver you get, make sure it will Eq the sub, because, IMO, this will have the greatest impact on sound quality. The 2112 also has a pretty nice GUI, even if you don't need networking. Otherwise, look at the 1712 (its a little cheaper, no networking, worse GUI). Call (you have to call) Electronics Expo or J&R and ask for best price, they are both authorized dealers and you can get that unit new in the box for substantially < your $500 budget shipped and probably tax free, depending on where you live.

Edit: I just saw you might want preouts. The 2112 does not have preouts. I am not sure you need them, but if you want them and still want a Denon, you need to get into at least the 3312.

Pre outs are only a wish list item - not a must have. For the speakers I have at the current time, the on board power of any of the units talked about will be sufficient. I had the Denon 2112 on my list for a while, but wanted to see what other brands I should consider. (I have a Denon Avr 2400 still in use in a bedroom - so reliability is important to me). As you can see - I have never bought the current receivers and always shopped last year's bargain

 

[j_garcia]

The OP's current receiver, a Denon 1804, originally retailed for approx. $500.

Not only that, but he actually stated more than once that he is looking at receivers in the $500-$600 range.

I was just trying to make a point and potentially save the guy a few bucks.

Sorry, I got this thread mixed up with the Marantz/Rotel thread....

 

[jjackkrash]

The XX12's almost are "last year's model," and there are some pretty good deals on the 2112 right now. If you wait a few months it actually will be last years model, but I'm not sure how substantial the savings will be.

 

[HexOmega]

Sorry, I got this thread mixed up with the Marantz/Rotel thread....

Aye, it happens. Carry on good sir

 

[owasse]

Thank you to everyone who chimed in and gave really, great advice! I have narrowed the field to the Denon 2112 if I go with a network capable receiver or Yamaha 667 (last year's model) with pre outs.

I really appreciate your insight on a question that is asked so often. Thanks again!

 

[HexOmega]

You are most welcome