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best sub $1000 receiver for music?

My 7 year old Denon just died. The repair shop wants similar money to what i paid for it, so i think its upgrade time. My question is, as a music first kind of guy, is there a huge difference in component quality in buying a stereo receiver vs. a home theater product? I watch DVDs from time to time, but listen to music 95% of the time. Any suggestions would be much appreciated! I'd also consider going down the road of an integrated amp + tuner, but have been a bit scared off by high prices!
mybasura041c7b
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Check out an Arcam AVR200...slightly over a grand....a used unit is much less. Excellent two channel sound and full home theatre capabilities.
andy2
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I do believe there is a considerable difference between receiver and integrated amp when it comes to sound quality. My friend has a 1000 dollar Yamaha receiver that he bought about 3 years ago and I can honestly say that its sound is not nearly as good as a budget integrated amp such as a Nad C320BEE. Most receivers have the typical glare and grain that is known of solid state.

If you still insist on buying a receiver, I would recommend either a used Arcam AVR100 or AVR200. Both are well below 1000 in the used market. If you like the sound a bit on the warm side, a Nad T762 would do. I believe the T762 is TAS receiver of choice in its price range and it is one of Nad newer model. You can get a new one for about a grand.

aroc
760 posts
 
Does it have to be multichannel or is two channel sufficient?
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