Denon or Pioneer for HT

Which way should I go? Looking at Denon 5308ci and Pioneer SC-09 TX . Will be used for HT only, have good stero system for my music. Need your help.

panheadscooty07-16-2008 2:29am

kwb Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 44 posts 09-23-2008 at 07:34am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The SC09 uses the Dual SHARC EX + Freescale DSP Engines which are outstanding. I listened to the SC09 playing through the Theil 3.7's and it sounded great - had a less analytical and more musical / analog sound compared to other SS electronics I have heard.
pdn Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 438 posts 10-17-2008 at 02:30am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Go with Marantz or Rotel !! You can't go wrong.
vicdamone Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 850 posts 10-17-2008 at 07:43am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Both have room correction. As I understand it, the Audyssey uses a parametric style EQ and the Pioneer has their own in house developed parametric/graphic EQ. I just upgraded my Integra 5.3 to the Elite SC-07 and the difference is very nice. I think you'll be happy with either one.
northwoods_maine Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 70 posts 10-21-2008 at 08:15pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete November issue of Home Theater magazine has a full review of the Pioneer SC-09 and recommends it highly. If my budget could stand it, that's the one I'd choose but have ordered the less expensive Pioneer SC-07 instead.