What Receiver Should I Get???

[phoned]

Hi guys, I need some expert advice.

I just purchased the following speaker package (Onkyo SKS-HT240):

The ultra-stylish and slim Onkyo SKS-HT240 speaker package is a complete 6.1-channel home theater speaker package, including a 150 watt powered subwoofer. The powerful, full sound of this system is complemented by the unique modern design of the speaker cabinets -- sure to look good in any room, without taking it over.

100 Watt Power Handling (Front, Center and Surround Speakers)

Impedance: 8 ohm

Front Speakers: 3 1/8" Cone Woofer x 3, 1" Balanced Dome Tweeter

Center Speaker: 3 1/8" Cone Woofer x 2, 1" Balanced Dome Tweeter

Surround Speakers: 3 1/8" Cone Woofer x 1, 1" Balanced Dome Tweeter

Powered Subwoofer: 150 Watt Amplifier, 8" Cone Woofer, Auto Standby Function

Magnetic Shielding: (Front, Center and Surround Speakers)

Frequency Response: 27 Hz - 150 Hz (Subwoofer)

Frequency Response: 55 Hz - 35 kHz (Front Speakers)

Frequency Response: 65 Hz - 35 kHz (Center and Surround Speakers)

5.5 lbs. (Front Speakers)

5 1/8" x 19 11/16" x 3 9/16" (Front Speakers)

3.5 lbs. (Surround Speakers)

5 1/8" x 13 3/8" x 3 9/16" (Surround Speakers)

5.1 lbs. (Center Speaker)

17 5/16" x 5 1/8" x 3 9/16" (Center Speaker)

30.9 lbs. (Subwoofer)

10 13/16" x 20 3/8" x 16 3/16" (Subwoofer)

I've read and heard that this speaker package is one of the top low-end packages out there. I got the entire thing for $350.

Now I need a good, affordable 6.1 channel receiver that will put my "good" speaker system to use. I've done some research and I'd like to keep it under $250.

Please help me!! Thanks!

 

[patnshan]

Hi guys, I need some expert advice.

I just purchased the following speaker package (Onkyo SKS-HT240):
I've read and heard that this speaker package is one of the top low-end packages out there. I got the entire thing for $350.

Now I need a good, affordable 6.1 channel receiver that will put my "good" speaker system to use. I've done some research and I'd like to keep it under $250.

Please help me!! Thanks!

Most here would not recommend that someone buy Onkyo speakers, as their forte' is electronics, not speakers. But since you did, there are a lot of options. For $250, you likely couldn't do better than the Panasonic XR-55. Check out ecoustics forum for a GIANT thread dedicated to it's merits. That's what I'd get for that price. You could also take a listen to some of the onkyo receivers. UBID has some factory refurbed one's for great prices. They do make good receivers. Also look at Yamaha, Marantz, and Karmon Kardon as other options.

Good luck,

Pat