@timlub Looking into that one now. I've read some great things. Wish it came in black.
Any opinions on Marantz SR6012?
Any opinions on Marantz SR6012?
Looking to purchase a new Reciever and I need some help!
Hello all,
I recently upgraded my B&W 685 S2 and HTM61 S1 to B&W 705 S2 with a HTM 72 S2. Quite a substantial upgrade and I absolutely LOVE the speakers. That being said I believe I'm losing some audio quality/performance through my receiver.
I am currently using a Denon AVR-1300.
-I'm looking for a receiver that provides the absolute best audio quality; primarily seeking music quality but the speakers/reciever will also be for movies/tv.-I'd like something that EVENTUALLY can sufficiently power a set of towers like the 702 S2's. Once I relocate to a bigger home I'll more than likely upgrade again-Budget somewhere between $400-$1400 (and I would consider buying used/refurbished/open box)
How does everyone feel about the new Yamaha RX-A 80? I don't believe I'll have a need for wireless speaker capability though.
Cheers and thank you all.
I recently upgraded my B&W 685 S2 and HTM61 S1 to B&W 705 S2 with a HTM 72 S2. Quite a substantial upgrade and I absolutely LOVE the speakers. That being said I believe I'm losing some audio quality/performance through my receiver.
I am currently using a Denon AVR-1300.
-I'm looking for a receiver that provides the absolute best audio quality; primarily seeking music quality but the speakers/reciever will also be for movies/tv.-I'd like something that EVENTUALLY can sufficiently power a set of towers like the 702 S2's. Once I relocate to a bigger home I'll more than likely upgrade again-Budget somewhere between $400-$1400 (and I would consider buying used/refurbished/open box)
How does everyone feel about the new Yamaha RX-A 80? I don't believe I'll have a need for wireless speaker capability though.
Cheers and thank you all.
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A vintage receiver such as a Marantz or Yamaha, etc. will get you high quality sound for 2 channel audio. They have better build quality and power than today’s receivers, but do not have the features for HT such as 7.1 or digital capability. The advice I can give you when choosing a modern receiver for HT is to look at its power supply. Many of these new receivers use a small PS or a SMPS (switch mode power supply) which is a digital device and is capable of powering all the functions including video, but does not have clean high power to produce quality audio. The higher priced receivers may have a torroidal power supply with some balls to to produce quality audio and not just features for HT. You need to read the specs and reviews. And many receivers can produce high wattage, it’s the quality of that power with low noise and distortion that’s important. |
@lowrider57 Thank you for the detailed response! I'd love to at one point own a vintage receiver/amp as well as an AVR. I've read some good things about the Marantz 6012; and I found on amazon they're currently $600.00 OFF the retail price which is a big selling point for me. http://www.us.marantz.com/us/Products/Pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=avreceivers&ProductId=SR60... |
Another option is to find a good 2 channel integrated amp within your budget that has HT Bypass. Generally speaking, at that price point you'll get much better music reproduction with a 2 channel amp than with a HT receiver. Connect your AVR's pre-outs (or zone 2 outs) to the HT Bypass input for the integrated, and use the integrated for music. There's lots of great integrated amps in your price range, with features depending on your preferences. |
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