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Best Home Theater 5.1 Receiver??

Hi All,

Never thought I would be going down this path (old 2-channel guy) but my eldest son is in film in college and I am going to build a modest home theater system based on a very good Sony XBR series TV and want to keep it simple. So,...what is the best home theater receiver? I have heard good things about the Marantz line and Rotel...and I DO want the 2-channel performance to be good. I will likley use Vandersteen 1C for the front L and R and am open to thoughts on the other 3 channels. The room is 13 x 15 but open to a nearly 32+ foot kitchen/2nd dining area.

Thanks much, Jim
whatjd
slappy
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Older Denon models, 3801,4801,5800/5801, all pretty inexpencive when bought used.

Denon makes fantastic recievers for the price.

Marantz is a little bit more musical. No experience with Rotel though
slappy
903 posts
 
Older Denon models, 3801,4801,5800/5801, all pretty inexpencive when bought used. If you dont need 6.1 or 7.1, you can stike an excellent bargain on thier older higher-end models.

Denon makes fantastic recievers for the price.

Marantz is a little bit more musical. No experience with Rotel though i hear it is pretty good
slappy
903 posts
 
woah.. i hear an echo...
brainwater
520 posts
 
I have found the Rotel an excellent performer especially for the cash. The new 1067 7.1 reciever with component switching capability would be my choice over the marantz line. You could save a few bucks and spring for the 1068 processor and 1075 five channel amp and be in for a treat. The Rotel is very good musically and is dynamic on theatre. IMO. Sup slapmeister ?
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