Which receiver?

[jmgonza6]

I currently own an Onkyo TX-SR600, old but still kicking. I am using Energy Connesouir Refrence series fronts and center channel. For teh rear I have Klipsch RF something or anothers and an SVS CS-Ultra running off a Berringer EP2500. I have recently finished pre-wiring my home for in wall HDMI so it is time for a new receiver. My question is, which to go for? I love my Onkyo but it gets hot, and have read that the newer models, 705 or 805, run even hotter. I am a little partial to heat issues due to my house burning down last year, so the less heat the better. I have been looking at the Denon's, Marantz, Yammys, and of course the Onk's. My speakers are middle of the road in terms of quality, I believe they have an efficiency of around 86-90db and say they are rated up to 150 continuous watts. Seperates are definately something in my future but not with these speakers. So my real question is; is it worth the extra money for a Marantz, or should I stick with a Yammy or Onk? I really like the ability of a 2nd sub channel which only the Yammy offers, but its not the deciding factor, the CS-Ultra bangs plenty. I wont be purchasing until September so I have time. I do eventually plan on upgrading my speakers, but I am pretty content with the dynamics of this set-up. On another note my sources are PS3, HD DVR, and a heavy duty Apple media PC. Thanks in advance, I know this is a long winded question, but I am overloaded with all of the choices that are out there. Cheers!

Joe

 

[rnatalli]

The newer Onkyo's run pretty hot, but they're good units. I'd take a look at the Yamaha's. Great for the money and reliable.

 

[Midcow2]

multiple sub outs

I currently own an Onkyo TX-SR600, old but still kicking. I am using Energy Connesouir Refrence series fronts and center channel. For teh rear I have Klipsch RF something or anothers and an SVS CS-Ultra running off a Berringer EP2500. I have recently finished pre-wiring my home for in wall HDMI so it is time for a new receiver. My question is, which to go for? I love my Onkyo but it gets hot, and have read that the newer models, 705 or 805, run even hotter. I am a little partial to heat issues due to my house burning down last year, so the less heat the better. I have been looking at the Denon's, Marantz, Yammys, and of course the Onk's. My speakers are middle of the road in terms of quality, I believe they have an efficiency of around 86-90db and say they are rated up to 150 continuous watts. Seperates are definately something in my future but not with these speakers. So my real question is; is it worth the extra money for a Marantz, or should I stick with a Yammy or Onk? I really like the ability of a 2nd sub channel which only the Yammy offers, but its not the deciding factor, the CS-Ultra bangs plenty. I wont be purchasing until September so I have time. I do eventually plan on upgrading my speakers, but I am pretty content with the dynamics of this set-up. On another note my sources are PS3, HD DVR, and a heavy duty Apple media PC. Thanks in advance, I know this is a long winded question, but I am overloaded with all of the choices that are out there. Cheers!

Joe

The sub out is a pre-out (mot sus are powered with thier own amp) and you can connect multiple subs to any of the AVRs you listed. You just use a splitter cable. So don't let the Yammy sway you because it has two sub connections. You have a very nice sub; if you are planning ongetting a second sub, most peoepl recommend matched subs.

All of the AVRs you listed arevery good. I prefer Marantz becuse I have one. The Onkyos still run hot but if you can give them the recommended air clearance you will have no problems. However, the clearance is 6-8 inches side, back and top. If you r space is tight or you have your AVR in a closed cabinet then the Onkyo might not be your best bet.

 

[jmgonza6]

I dont have the AV rack yet so I can work around clearance issues when needed. I love the look of the Marantz receivers, just dont know if thats enough to spend the extra coin. I know they have beeter amps and power supplies and such, but for a middle of the road set-up I dont know if its needed. I am assuming that each of the respective receivers have their own sound signature as well so I might have to do some auditioning. Thanks

Joe

 

[Seth=L]

Keep in mind the TX-SR706 and TX-SR806 are already hitting stores.

 

[PENG]

I am assuming that each of the respective receivers have their own sound signature as well so I might have to do some auditioning. Thanks
Joe

The Denon, Yamaha, Onkyo, Marantz within the same price group will have sound signature similar enough that it will be almost impossible (or possible but unlikely) for people with normal hearing ability to tell them apart in a blind listening test. Reason being is they all strive to reproduce the sound of the source faithfully (hence hi-fidelity). I suggest you focus more on their power output, features, user friendliness, reliability tack records, customer support, upgradability etc.

 

[jamie2112]

The Denon, Yamaha, Onkyo, Marantz within the same price group will have sound signature similar enough that it will be almost impossible (or possible but unlikely) for people with normal hearing ability to tell them apart in a blind listening test. Reason being is they all strive to reproduce the sound of the source faithfully (hence hi-fidelity). I suggest you focus more on their power output, features, user friendliness, reliability tack records, customer support, upgradability etc.

Good Advice Peng...

 

[jamie2112]

Most receivers sound pretty much alike. Its your speakers that really make the rest of your gear shine...

 

[jmgonza6]

Peng, what does your set-up consist of and why? Just trying to get a feel for what drives people to choose between the different MFG. I love the clean look of that sr7002, it seems to be cheating and getting more attention than the other opponents. Cheers. Thanks for the input.

Joe

 

[bandphan]

The sub out is a pre-out (mot sus are powered with thier own amp) and you can connect multiple subs to any of the AVRs you listed. You just use a splitter cable. So don't let the Yammy sway you because it has two sub connections. You have a very nice sub; if you are planning ongetting a second sub, most peoepl recommend matched subs.

Just a note for some.. The dual sub outs on some of the lower priced avrs are not seperate channels and the y splitter mentioned will accomplish the same thing.

 

[jcPanny]

A/V seperates

I was going to sugest seperates to address the heat issue. My Emotiva amp runs cool, but my Yamaha receiver, used as a pre/pro, gets very warm.
Emotiva and outlaw both have some entry level seperates. Both companies will have a new HDMI pre-pro out later this year.

 

[jmgonza6]

Ya I was flirting with the idea of seperates, solely for improved sound quality, not for heat issues but didn't think my speakers were far enough up the totem pole that it would benefit. I am now also flirting with the idea of a Pioneer Elite, namely the 91TXH. What say you gents? Cheers.

Joe