Which of these AV Receiver should I pick? - Blu-ray Forum

mugupo · 09-26-2009, 03:36 AM

I currently had the Pioneer Elite VSX-03TXH, consider sell it because i need more HDMI port that receiver only has 3. Below is some receiver i interesting.

Onkyo TX-SR806
Sony STR-DN1000
Pioneer VSX-1019
Deron 1910
Yamaha RX-V765BL

JasonR · 09-26-2009, 03:42 AM

The Onkyo or the Yamaha, based on preouts alone.

ZIPPO · 09-26-2009, 04:11 AM

Keep the Pioneer Elite receiver. Get a (monoprice)HDMI switcher. Then get a cheap Logitech Harmony remote to control it all.

HDMI switchers: http://www.monoprice.com/products/su...01&cp_id=10110

this would work: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2
READ THE REVIEWS, others had same problem as yours & solved it by adding a HDMI switcher, cheap solution

Logitech Harmony remotes: http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCateg...versal-Remotes

http://www.amazon.com/s?url=search-a...emotes&x=0&y=0

this would work: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880100714

but I'd go with one of these: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880111030

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880111006

This would be cheaper than a new receiver.

Rob J in WNY · 09-26-2009, 04:12 AM

Totally agree with Jason's thinking - analog pre-outs are a very worthwhile feature. If you ever plan on upgrading to separate amplifiers, they are a must. A shame your 03TXH doesn't have enough HDMI inputs for you, because it does have multichannel analog pre-outs.

If you'd like to stick with Pioneer Elite, you could always check out the current replacement model for your VSX-03TXH, which is the VSX-23TXH, which offers 5 HDMI inputs (4 on back panel, 1 on front) and 7.1 channel analog pre-outs.

Pioneer Elite Pioneer Elite VSX-23TXH Product Page

If you can find one of the very last remaining Pioneer Elite SC-05 or SC-07 receivers out there, I'd recommend those. 4 HDMI inputs on each of those models and of course, 7.1 channel analog pre-outs (pre-outs are a standard feature on all Elite series receivers). Some have found 07s for well below $1000.

Good luck!

crazyBLUE · 09-26-2009, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JasonR

The Onkyo or the Yamaha, based on preouts alone.

3rd that !!

lojack1976 · 09-26-2009, 04:35 AM

I like Zippo's suggestion...get a switcher. The receiver you currently have is way to nice to go through that hassle for a newer but lesser one just to get more HDMI ports. Keep that receiver and get a switcher. Its much better on the wallet too.

ZedsDead · 09-26-2009, 05:49 AM

Definitely get a switcher, anything else seems like a real waste of money for the time being.

callas01 · 09-26-2009, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZIPPO

Keep the Pioneer Elite receiver. Get a (monoprice)HDMI switcher. Then get a cheap Logitech Harmony remote to control it all.

HDMI switchers: http://www.monoprice.com/products/su...01&cp_id=10110

this would work: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2
READ THE REVIEWS, others had same problem as yours & solved it by adding a HDMI switcher, cheap solution

Logitech Harmony remotes: http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCateg...versal-Remotes

http://www.amazon.com/s?url=search-a...emotes&x=0&y=0

this would work: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880100714

but I'd go with one of these: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880111030

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880111006

This would be cheaper than a new receiver.

I agree. Just get a switcher.

tootall82103 · 09-26-2009, 10:34 AM

I gotta agree with the folks that say get a switcher. I picked up a 5x1 switcher from MonoPrice because the 3 on my Onkyo 805 were filled up. http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2
Works perfect with all my equipment and now I have 7 inputs for my Onkyo instead of 3! I have a picture of it posted also.

ZIPPO · 09-26-2009, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lojack1976

I like Zippo's suggestion...get a switcher. The receiver you currently have is way to nice to go through that hassle for a newer but lesser one just to get more HDMI ports. Keep that receiver and get a switcher. Its much better on the wallet too.

lojack nailed it! Your current receiver is better than its potential replacements.

SlaughterX · 10-04-2009, 06:44 PM

I just got the 806 recently (upgrading formt he 605) and so far I am very pelased with it. It's nice not having to touch the input button on my TV remote anymore.

enigmascv · 10-05-2009, 01:09 AM

The 806 is a fine receiver but I have to agree with the others....keep the 03 and get the switcher.

starkent08 · 10-05-2009, 05:02 AM

get the 1019

Travis · 10-05-2009, 06:11 AM

Marantz?

Fors* · 10-05-2009, 12:38 PM

Do you really need that many HDMI inputs? IF so, I guess you need to look around, and I personalyl would stick with Pioneer. However, if you don't need them, but simply want them, I would stick with the Pioneer you have now.

mugupo · 10-05-2009, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forsberg21

Do you really need that many HDMI inputs? IF so, I guess you need to look around, and I personalyl would stick with Pioneer. However, if you don't need them, but simply want them, I would stick with the Pioneer you have now.

Yes i need

Since i am over occupies all 3 hdmi port. (Dishnetwork, Oppo, PS3, Tv as output) Future very likely get 360 and hopefully a future wii with hdmi? also not to mention might even need 1 more for hd camcorder for occasional use.

Right now i see that Onkyo 707 has 6 hdmi in which is nice also has thx plus and dolby iiz seems like they got a lot for features but the led screen just look last gen.

ZedsDead · 10-05-2009, 05:06 PM

The Wii doesn't use hdmi.

mugupo · 10-05-2009, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZedsDead

The Wii doesn't use hdmi.

I know but eventually they will had one for their next system.

ZedsDead · 10-05-2009, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mugupo

I know but eventually they will had one for their next system.

Well then just wait, receivers feature sets and technology will only get better. I highly doubt Nintendo will release anything utilizing anything with hdmi until at least 2011.

sterryo · 10-05-2009, 06:11 PM

you have received some very good suggestions, since you mentioned PLIIz as a possible interest I would choose Onkyo and would look into the aggressive street pricing on the 807/1007 models. If 1k is doable go with the 1007, 9 amps@135watts vrs your 7@110, Audyssey MultEQ XT vrs MCACC(a big sonic difference) lots of HDMI inputs, 2 HDMI outputs, PLIIz plus Audyssey DSX another sonic improvement, Network radio and internet streaming and firmware updates, better video upconversion plus ISF calibration controls, DSD for your OPPO.....

View Poll Results: Which receiver should I replace my receiver?
Onkyo TX-SR806	10	27.78%
Sony STR-DN1000	0	0%
Pioneer VSX-1019	8	22.22%
Deron 1910	4	11.11%
Yamaha RX-V765BL	5	13.89%
Keep your current elite receiver (Pioneer Elite VSX-03TXH)	9	25.00%
Voters: 36. You may not vote on this poll

09-26-2009, 03:36 AM	#1
mugupo Special Member Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:76 Blu-ray collection:50 Blu-ray reviews: 226 Trading Score:4	Which of these AV Receiver should I pick? I currently had the Pioneer Elite VSX-03TXH, consider sell it because i need more HDMI port that receiver only has 3. Below is some receiver i interesting. Onkyo TX-SR806 Sony STR-DN1000 Pioneer VSX-1019 Deron 1910 Yamaha RX-V765BL

09-26-2009, 04:11 AM	#3
ZIPPO Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2008 Location:Columbus, Ohio Home Theater Gallery:148 Blu-ray collection:472 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:3	Keep the Pioneer Elite receiver. Get a (monoprice)HDMI switcher. Then get a cheap Logitech Harmony remote to control it all. HDMI switchers: http://www.monoprice.com/products/su...01&cp_id=10110 this would work: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2 READ THE REVIEWS, others had same problem as yours & solved it by adding a HDMI switcher, cheap solution Logitech Harmony remotes: http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCateg...versal-Remotes http://www.amazon.com/s?url=search-a...emotes&x=0&y=0 this would work: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880100714 but I'd go with one of these: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880111030 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16880111006 This would be cheaper than a new receiver. Last edited by ZIPPO; 09-26-2009 at 04:20 AM.

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09-26-2009, 03:42 AM	#2
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	The Onkyo or the Yamaha, based on preouts alone.

09-26-2009, 04:12 AM	#4
Rob J in WNY Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2008 Location:'Western' N.Y. State (MEMBER OF THE "ECPP")™ Home Theater Gallery:24 4K collection:30 Blu-ray collection:486 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 15	Totally agree with Jason's thinking - analog pre-outs are a very worthwhile feature. If you ever plan on upgrading to separate amplifiers, they are a must. A shame your 03TXH doesn't have enough HDMI inputs for you, because it does have multichannel analog pre-outs. If you'd like to stick with Pioneer Elite, you could always check out the current replacement model for your VSX-03TXH, which is the VSX-23TXH, which offers 5 HDMI inputs (4 on back panel, 1 on front) and 7.1 channel analog pre-outs. Pioneer Elite Pioneer Elite VSX-23TXH Product Page If you can find one of the very last remaining Pioneer Elite SC-05 or SC-07 receivers out there, I'd recommend those. 4 HDMI inputs on each of those models and of course, 7.1 channel analog pre-outs (pre-outs are a standard feature on all Elite series receivers). Some have found 07s for well below $1000. Good luck!

09-26-2009, 04:35 AM	#6
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	I like Zippo's suggestion...get a switcher. The receiver you currently have is way to nice to go through that hassle for a newer but lesser one just to get more HDMI ports. Keep that receiver and get a switcher. Its much better on the wallet too.

09-26-2009, 05:49 AM	#7
ZedsDead Senior Member Member since:Jul 2009 Home Theater Gallery:28 Blu-ray collection:94	Definitely get a switcher, anything else seems like a real waste of money for the time being.

09-26-2009, 10:34 AM	#9
tootall82103 Active Member Member since:Jul 2009 Blu-ray collection:15	I gotta agree with the folks that say get a switcher. I picked up a 5x1 switcher from MonoPrice because the 3 on my Onkyo 805 were filled up. http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2 Works perfect with all my equipment and now I have 7 inputs for my Onkyo instead of 3! I have a picture of it posted also.

10-04-2009, 06:44 PM	#11
SlaughterX Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Marion, IL Home Theater Gallery:26 4K collection:208 Blu-ray collection:1089 DVD collection:12 Trading Score:1	I just got the 806 recently (upgrading formt he 605) and so far I am very pelased with it. It's nice not having to touch the input button on my TV remote anymore.

10-05-2009, 01:09 AM	#12
enigmascv Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Santa Clarita, CA Home Theater Gallery:21 4K collection:20 Blu-ray collection:286 DVD collection:13 Digital collection:24	The 806 is a fine receiver but I have to agree with the others....keep the 03 and get the switcher.

10-05-2009, 05:02 AM	#13
starkent08 Senior Member Member since:Mar 2009 Blu-ray collection:870 Blu-ray reviews:16	get the 1019

10-05-2009, 06:11 AM	#14
Travis Blu-ray King Top contributor Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Recliner Home Theater Gallery:71 4K collection:126 Blu-ray collection:2055 DVD collection:241 iTunes collection:40 Blu-ray reviews:4 Trading Score:14	Marantz?

10-05-2009, 12:38 PM	#15
Fors* Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Pottstown, PA Home Theater Gallery:160 4K collection:12 Blu-ray collection:142 Trading Score:11	Do you really need that many HDMI inputs? IF so, I guess you need to look around, and I personalyl would stick with Pioneer. However, if you don't need them, but simply want them, I would stick with the Pioneer you have now.

10-05-2009, 05:06 PM	#17
ZedsDead Senior Member Member since:Jul 2009 Home Theater Gallery:28 Blu-ray collection:94	The Wii doesn't use hdmi.

10-05-2009, 06:11 PM	#20
sterryo Active Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Utah Home Theater Gallery:27 Blu-ray collection:5	you have received some very good suggestions, since you mentioned PLIIz as a possible interest I would choose Onkyo and would look into the aggressive street pricing on the 807/1007 models. If 1k is doable go with the 1007, 9 amps@135watts vrs your 7@110, Audyssey MultEQ XT vrs MCACC(a big sonic difference) lots of HDMI inputs, 2 HDMI outputs, PLIIz plus Audyssey DSX another sonic improvement, Network radio and internet streaming and firmware updates, better video upconversion plus ISF calibration controls, DSD for your OPPO.....

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