Worth getting into 2001 model receiver like this one?

[drwang84]

This is a list of audio equipment I can get for $60:

sony 5 disc changer( cdp-ce515) - no remote
yamaha av receiver (rx-v495) - no remote
pair of acoustic monitor system one LE 101(I think these might be white van speakers)


Anyways, that's an entry level 2001 yamaha 5.1 receiver that is of most interested. It seems like a good deal and I'm just looking for something that works on a small budget. I have my vintage marantz receiver hooked up to the HT but would like to use the marantz as a stereo system in the bedroom.

I'd appreciate feedback on the values of price, reliability, upgradability, and of course sound quality. There are tons of cheap receivers on craigslist and I'm just curious if it's worth jumping into, or a waste of effort and something I should avoid. Thanks!

 

[markw]

for $60 you can't go wrong, assuming it works. Plan on getting a manual for it and you will most likely want to procure a remote since some receivers require a remote for some features.

Considering that, you can get NIB receivers for > $150 if you shop carefully.

It's your call now.

 

[drwang84]

Do universal remotes (ie: logitech) work? It might be difficult to find the exact model remote =(