Tired of Onkyo Breaking-> Considering Marantz vs. Denon

[Roger Ewing]

My Onkyo is cycling on/off a few times when I turn it on. Eventually it stays on. But I've sent it for repair a couple times already. Ready to move on.

Basic needs include:

• 3 Powered Zones
• 5.1 Surround
• Able to control with Android phone

I'm aware I need 9.2 to achieve the 3 powered zones. My current Onkyo is a TX-NR818. Been happy with it except for the break downs.

What I've considered so far:

• Denon AVR-4311CI
• Denon AVR-4520CI
• Marantz SR7008

I've been considering the bottom two over the 4311 mainly because of 4K support. Although, I don't have a 4K yet, not sure if/when I will. I have a fairly new 75" Samsung 1080P. Also, from what I understand, 4K is still new enough that any 4K capable units I get could quite possibly not meet the mark.

FWIW, I'm considering refurbs, + addon warranty.

Interested in your thoughts.

 

[j_garcia]

Marantz fan here, always liked their sound. I'd have to say go with a Denon this time however. Bought two for the family and both have been going strong and I'm very pleased with them. They were easy to setup and also sound great.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Comparing Marantz vs Denon is like asking who do like more - Mommy or Daddy?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D&M_Holdings
As for 4k - this might help: http://carltonbale.com/does-4k-resolution-matter/

If you still can find good deal on X4000 - it would give you best feature-set for the price.

 

[Roger Ewing]

Thanks for the input.

I decided I'll go with the Marantz SR7008. Unless I misread the manuals, I can simultaneously play stereo on Z2 and Z3. They seem pretty equal specwise other than that.