I just stay away from refurbished products, but this probably has more to with my dad's experience with rebuilt audio & video parts in the 1970's when he could not obtain original parts in a timely fashion (he owned a TV & Radio Repair Shop). I know that this has to do with the nature of the product return, but I would just have those nagging concerns (rightly or wrongly) about the competence of the repair technician in diagnosing the problem. I am just not reassured by a warranty (since I would classify the item as a lemon). Accordingly, my purchase decisions have as much to do with product longevity/excellent repair record as with performance. In general, I prefer new stock.
Inexpensive HT Receiver - NAD vs Marantz
I am looking to buy a receiver this weekend ... I have recently purchased NHT ST-4 speakers, along with SC-1 center, SW10 sub, and SB-1 rear surrounds.
I am looking at either Marantz 7300 or NAD T752. Price is a constraint ... I can only spend around $700-$800. I will use the system probably 60% for stereo, 40% for tv.
I like the sound from both of the receivers, but have heard that the NAD will do a better job of powering the ST-4's (despite being rated at 80W as opposed to the Marantz 105W).
I also like the possibility of using the Marantz to do multi-zone, a feature lacking in the NAD T752.
So, what do you all have to say about these two products/brands ... any strong opinions about which product to buy? Thanks in advance for helping me with this decision.
-Ben
I am looking at either Marantz 7300 or NAD T752. Price is a constraint ... I can only spend around $700-$800. I will use the system probably 60% for stereo, 40% for tv.
I like the sound from both of the receivers, but have heard that the NAD will do a better job of powering the ST-4's (despite being rated at 80W as opposed to the Marantz 105W).
I also like the possibility of using the Marantz to do multi-zone, a feature lacking in the NAD T752.
So, what do you all have to say about these two products/brands ... any strong opinions about which product to buy? Thanks in advance for helping me with this decision.
-Ben
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