Reciever between $500 and $800

[Rayn129]

I have been looking at some of the less pricier AV recievers for awhile and decided it was time to put in a little more. I enjoy both movies and music (although I do listen to quite a bit more music). I have a pair of Klipsh RB-25s up front and I am looking to fill in the rest as time goes on. I presently have a Panasonic SA-HE100, a sturdy inexpensive AV reciever that has served me quite well over the years. I have been looking at many reviews but many are for recievers well over my price range. I am looking for something powerful and up to date technology wise. I have read up on some Yamaha's and Denon's in this price range, some with mixed reviews. Any recommendations ???

 

[panicphan6]

i have the denon 685 receiver and love it. it sounds great and will deliver plenty of power.

 

[Buckeyefan 1]

Check out the Onkyo 604 and Onkyo 703, and the Yamaha RXV 1600 at www.pricegrabber.com for pricing. Ubid has a refurbished Yamaha 2500 for under $500.

 

[Ace Deprave]

I just got the Onkyo 703 about 3 weeks ago, and so far, love it. It lists for $799, but I got it through an authorized online retailer for $539

 

[Takeereasy]

checkout accessories4less.com for a Marantz 7500 for $650 or the 8500 for $899. THe 7500 is a really good deal at that price IMO. I'd rather have either of those receivers than the ones listed. I have an 8400 (a year older), and every complaint I had (only about options not power or quality) have been addressed. On the same website the Onkyo 803 is $649. It is a refurb, but comes with the 1 year warranty directly from Onkyo.

 

[bpape]

I'd check out the Marantz, Integra, and Pioneer. There is a lot to choose from in those 3 lines.