Replacement for Yamaha RX-V995

[crypto]

My Yamaha RX-V995 did everything I needed, with the exception of HDMI. I loved this receiver, but unfortunately it died. Everything is distorted and it doesn't have the power it once had. I wasn't sure if it was my speakers or receiver until a buddy brought over his receiver last night. It's definitely the receiver.

So I need recommendations for a replacement. I want the power and sound that the V995 once produced. However, I don't see myself pre-outs (with the exception of sub) or up conversion (all my components are HDMI). I don't need the iPhone apps either. I do like the networking / DNLA features.

My speakers are as follows:

Fronts: B&W DM 603 S2 - 150W continuous into 8Ω
Center: B&W LCR6 S2 - 150W continuous into 8Ω
Rear: Paradigm ADP-170

I've been looking at the Yamaha RX-V671. It seems to have more power than the V995, but is the quality the same. I like the ability to crank it loud and the output be crystal clear.

Thanks in advance!

 

[agarwalro]

Here is an article comparing different receivers in the $600 range.

 

[crypto]

None of these seem to have the power of the V995. I'm not sure I'll be happy with these if they cannot drive the speakers at least like the V995 did at one time. I may go to Best Buy today to see if I can hear the Yamaha and Onkyo in the article.

What is the cheapest way to add additional power to the system?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

MARANTZ SR6005 110w X 7ch 3-D Home Theater Surround Receiver | Accessories4less

 

[crypto]

That Marantz looks real nice. Growing up my dad had a Marantz and it was great.

The more research I do, the more I just don't know what to do. Now I'm wondering if I'm better off getting something like the Marantz or Yamaha 671 and adding an external amp.

Since my speakers are rated at 150w, how much power do you think it would take to make them sound their best?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

your speakers rated at nominal 9ohm and 90db Sensitivity - with Marantz you'd go deaf before needing extra amp... unless you'll actually hear clipping - lower the volume immediately and get an amp

But like I said - it's extremely unlikely you'd need an amp for moderate to loud volumes

 

[crypto]

I just got back from Best Buy. I was really impressed with the Marantz 6006 and the Denon 3312. However, I was disappointed in the Yamaha RX-V871. The guy set all three receivers to -17 while playing some music cd's. There was a noticeable drop in volume and sound quality when switching to the Yamaha. He claimed it was because they have very inefficient amps until you get into the higher models.

So, if the Marantz 6005 sounds anything like the newer 6006, I'm sold.

The guy also told me that I could bi-amp my main with either the Marantz or Denon since I'm only using 5.1.

 

[Grador]

To be fair you can also bi-amp with the yamaha, but I guess this may be irrelevant if it's out of the running.

 

[crypto]

I was all set to order the 6005, but realized it doesn't network. I didn't think I needed the networking feature until I realized it could connect to my NAS. Now I'm leaning towards the DENON AVR-3312CI. Thoughts?

 

[agarwalro]

For ultimate peace of mind on the amp power department, I'd say, get the cheapest receiver with pre outs from Craigslist and add a 3 channel amp for the fronts. Something like the Emotiva XPA-3.

 

[myfirstmotorcyc]

Hello

I have some questions regarding revising my home theater and speaker setup. Currently using Yamaha RS-V995 along with 4 Bose 301s.
Two bose 301s in main room (15'x20' with 15' ceiling), two in adjacent room (15'x15' with 12' ceiling). There is only a 1/2 wall on the ceiling between rooms. I'm 50/50 regarding the need to play music, and watching movies TV.
Would like to do the following:
Create a 5.1 surround sound in my main (A) room...5 speakers and a sub, with two speakers in (B) room. RS-V995 is 5.1 surround.
Plan to install big screen TV in main room with a signal repeater from TV to remote cabinet with all components to include Reciever, blue ray, cable box, and maybe a DVR at some point.
Will run HDMI, CAT5, and whatever wire the repeater will require in the wall from TV location to component cabinet.
Would like to install IN WALL speakers (a total of 7, 5 for (A) room, and two in (B) room
My thoughts were to install two larger in wall speakers (say 6 or 8" diameter woofers) for front surround in main room, and two of the same in room B.
Smaller speakers (maybe 4 or 5" woofers) in main room, along with center, and sub.
Thinking that I could play music (which I like loud and clear) through the larger fronts in (A) room, and the two in the (B) room
Then also have 5.1 surround in main room for movies and TV
Would like to be able to procure the speakers and all "guts" to the system first for the install, and possibly get away with using my Yamaha RS-V995 for a while.
Questions:
RS-V995 does not have HDMI, but do I really need that? Can I run high def video from the blue ray/cable box without the need for cabability for receiver?
If not, is there a way to "get away" with using this reciever for a while with this setup? If I have to forgo high def for a while, I can deal with that.
Speakers
Since I can use the sub for music base in the main room (A), and not so much in room (B), should I go with larger woofers in room B relative to room a fronts?
I have quotes for both Atlas and OnQ Legrand in wall speakers from a wholesaler, but I can't find reviews on either brand. I'm told that in many cases...despite the speaker specs, you can be paying more for a brand name for no reason. For example I've seen 12" subs with virtually the same sound specs who's prices are 50% different.
Do you have feedback on the speakers above, or can you suggest others in a price range of say.....$150 to $200 per speaker? Am I going to get decent sound in this price range? I know I can spend many thousands on speakers....which I can't....but could spend a little more if need be.....I don't want to do this twice!
Is the power output of my RS-V995 adequate for my needs and this setup, or should I be looking at something more powerful if/when I upgrade?
Almost all the latest 5.1 receivers I see do not appear to be able to support the B room speakers I refer to. Should I be looking at a 7.1 system which I can "adjust" to accomodate my B location needs?

Wow...sorry this is so long....just wanted to give the full picture. Thank you in advance for any advice!