Receiver and Speaker Quality - Blu-ray Forum

TheBlackshirt · 08-21-2008, 01:32 AM

Quick question about getting the best sound...Do certain brands or models of receivers affect the sound quality better than other similar receivers based on the quality of speaker?

For insance: I have Infinite speakers in a 7.1 setup, and I was told that a Yamaha receiver would do a better job than a Pioneer, mostly because my speakers are higher quality and I would be able to notice a difference with the Yamaha that i wouldn't hear with the Pioneer.

Thoughts?

JJ · 08-21-2008, 01:42 AM

I too, want to hear about this - especially since I plan on pairing Yamaha with Bowers & Wilkins. Should I go with a Denon instead? Onkyo? Good question, Blackshirt.

Although Pioneer Elites are top of the line receivers...

bdrex28 · 08-21-2008, 01:44 AM

I think it depends on each persons own ears and listening preference.

I have a Pioneer and Klipsch and I think it sounds great. But that's my personal preference. I had a Denon as well to compare and I felt the Pioneer was better sounding.

To each his own I think.

ozzman · 08-22-2008, 02:31 AM

I bought a Marantz 7002 and i took it back for a Yamaha RX-V3800,I think what me and bdrex28 are trying to tell you is it's all you Brother.How much are you looking to spend?

I say this all the time make a list of what you want in a reciever then take it from there.Denon has it's own sound just like Yamaha,pioneer and Onkyo.

It can be a difficult choice but its fun

.I started reading reviews till my eyes popped out on the net then made a small list of recievers i was interested in.Then i through the list out on a thread and let my friends help me with my choice (Here on Blu-ray.com).

But when it was all said in done the choice came down to me and what i wanted my reciever to do and sound

I can give you my opinion but thats the problem,it would be mine not necessary yours.Time to do some home work brother.Then hit the pavement.

Good luck my friend, come back to us with a list of recievers in your price range

dad2erin · 08-22-2008, 03:03 AM

Recievers do have differences, Onkyo and Yamaha seem to be power pushers, as for Denon and Harman's have lower power ratings but have a wider sound stage. So it all depends on what you are looking for. Just make sure that a reciever is high current. There are many low priced recievers that are low current and the quility is much less than high current models. Most Sony's are low current as with many HTIB systems.

TENSE · 08-22-2008, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dad2erin

Recievers do have differences, Onkyo and Yamaha seem to be power pushers, as for Denon and Harman's have lower power ratings but have a wider sound stage. So it all depends on what you are looking for. Just make sure that a reciever is high current. There are many low priced recievers that are low current and the quility is much less than high current models. Most Sony's are low current as with many HTIB systems.

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TheBlackshirt · 08-23-2008, 01:57 AM

Pioneer Elite VSX-94THX
Pioneer Elite SC-05
Yamaha RX-V3800

Is what I'm currently looking at. Price range probably maxes around the $1,500 neighborhood.

ozzman · 08-24-2008, 03:39 PM

Did you read the sticky on the top for the Pioneer Vsx-94THX.I suggest you check it out.
Its an awesome reciever and from what i understand everybody who has purchased it are very happy.

With the 3 recievers you mentioned you really can't go wrong.Have you found a dealer around your area that sells these 3.If so go check them out.
If you were asking my opinion on what reciever to buy i would suggest the 3800.
But that receiver has a lot of features you might not use .So it might be a good idea to look at the Yamaha 1800 as well.

But remember this ,just because i like yamaha doesn't make me right.It makes me right for me not necessary right for you.Are you confused yet.

Blu-Dog · 08-24-2008, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBlackshirt

Pioneer Elite VSX-94THX
Pioneer Elite SC-05
Yamaha RX-V3800

Is what I'm currently looking at. Price range probably maxes around the $1,500 neighborhood.

I'd say Pioneer (I have two of the 84THX receivers), if you are running 8ohm speakers. Gobs of power - I'm running 7 Definitive Mythos speakers, oddly rated at 4-8 ohms, on the bigger HT setup, and the Pioneer doesn't even breathe hard doing it. Absolutely clean sound.

Clumsy to set up, though. But once you're done, nothing beats it. The 94THX has sound modes I would like to have, but I'm not really worried about it.

Not knocking the Yamaha - but Pioneer has worked out great for me.

jomari · 08-24-2008, 04:53 PM

its actually a matter of preference, and/or perception.

a number of comments mentioned where that
denons have a 'warmer' tone...
marantz's as well, are considered to have more midrange in them...

but as i mentioned previously, its an interaction between your reciever and your speakers...

perception begets reality.

TheBlackshirt · 08-26-2008, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ozzman

Did you read the sticky on the top for the Pioneer Vsx-94THX.I suggest you check it out.
Its an awesome reciever and from what i understand everybody who has purchased it are very happy.

With the 3 recievers you mentioned you really can't go wrong.Have you found a dealer around your area that sells these 3.If so go check them out.
If you were asking my opinion on what reciever to buy i would suggest the 3800.
But that receiver has a lot of features you might not use .So it might be a good idea to look at the Yamaha 1800 as well.

But remember this ,just because i like yamaha doesn't make me right.It makes me right for me not necessary right for you.Are you confused yet.

Yes, i have read that thread and I think I would be very happy with the Elite 94, but since the Yamaha is roughly the same price and it was recomended based on my speakers i'm just second guessing what the absolute best choice would be.

Leaning towards a Pioneer Elite SC-07 now I think. The store I planned to buy from can get me an 07 but not an 05 so I might just spend the extra money and grab it soon instead of waiting forever to get the 05.

But anyways. Thanks for all the input, fellas

Slec · 08-26-2008, 02:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBlackshirt

Yes, i have read that thread and I think I would be very happy with the Elite 94, but since the Yamaha is roughly the same price and it was recomended based on my speakers i'm just second guessing what the absolute best choice would be.

Leaning towards a Pioneer Elite SC-07 now I think. The store I planned to buy from can get me an 07 but not an 05 so I might just spend the extra money and grab it soon instead of waiting forever to get the 05.

But anyways. Thanks for all the input, fellas

If you want the yamaha RX-V3800...

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use coupon code: AFLYAM998 and you'll get the Yamaha 3800 for $998...

08-21-2008, 01:32 AM	#1
TheBlackshirt Member Member since:Mar 2008	Receiver and Speaker Quality Quick question about getting the best sound...Do certain brands or models of receivers affect the sound quality better than other similar receivers based on the quality of speaker? For insance: I have Infinite speakers in a 7.1 setup, and I was told that a Yamaha receiver would do a better job than a Pioneer, mostly because my speakers are higher quality and I would be able to notice a difference with the Yamaha that i wouldn't hear with the Pioneer. Thoughts?

08-21-2008, 01:42 AM	#2
JJ Blu-ray Count Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Miami, FL Home Theater Gallery:99 4K collection:619 Blu-ray collection:1293 DVD collection:31 Digital collection:5 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:203	I too, want to hear about this - especially since I plan on pairing Yamaha with Bowers & Wilkins. Should I go with a Denon instead? Onkyo? Good question, Blackshirt. Although Pioneer Elites are top of the line receivers... Last edited by JJ; 08-21-2008 at 01:45 AM.

08-22-2008, 02:31 AM	#4
ozzman Power Member Member since:May 2008 Location:St. Catharines ONT Home Theater Gallery:37	I bought a Marantz 7002 and i took it back for a Yamaha RX-V3800,I think what me and bdrex28 are trying to tell you is it's all you Brother.How much are you looking to spend? I say this all the time make a list of what you want in a reciever then take it from there.Denon has it's own sound just like Yamaha,pioneer and Onkyo. It can be a difficult choice but its fun .I started reading reviews till my eyes popped out on the net then made a small list of recievers i was interested in.Then i through the list out on a thread and let my friends help me with my choice (Here on Blu-ray.com). But when it was all said in done the choice came down to me and what i wanted my reciever to do and sound I can give you my opinion but thats the problem,it would be mine not necessary yours.Time to do some home work brother.Then hit the pavement. Good luck my friend, come back to us with a list of recievers in your price range Last edited by ozzman; 08-22-2008 at 02:37 AM.

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08-21-2008, 01:44 AM	#3
bdrex28 Senior Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Edmond, OK Blu-ray reviews:4	I think it depends on each persons own ears and listening preference. I have a Pioneer and Klipsch and I think it sounds great. But that's my personal preference. I had a Denon as well to compare and I felt the Pioneer was better sounding. To each his own I think.

08-22-2008, 03:03 AM	#5
dad2erin Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:south hadley, ma Home Theater Gallery:9	Recievers do have differences, Onkyo and Yamaha seem to be power pushers, as for Denon and Harman's have lower power ratings but have a wider sound stage. So it all depends on what you are looking for. Just make sure that a reciever is high current. There are many low priced recievers that are low current and the quility is much less than high current models. Most Sony's are low current as with many HTIB systems.

08-23-2008, 01:57 AM	#7
TheBlackshirt Member Member since:Mar 2008	Pioneer Elite VSX-94THX Pioneer Elite SC-05 Yamaha RX-V3800 Is what I'm currently looking at. Price range probably maxes around the $1,500 neighborhood.

08-24-2008, 03:39 PM	#8
ozzman Power Member Member since:May 2008 Location:St. Catharines ONT Home Theater Gallery:37	Did you read the sticky on the top for the Pioneer Vsx-94THX.I suggest you check it out. Its an awesome reciever and from what i understand everybody who has purchased it are very happy. With the 3 recievers you mentioned you really can't go wrong.Have you found a dealer around your area that sells these 3.If so go check them out. If you were asking my opinion on what reciever to buy i would suggest the 3800. But that receiver has a lot of features you might not use .So it might be a good idea to look at the Yamaha 1800 as well. But remember this ,just because i like yamaha doesn't make me right.It makes me right for me not necessary right for you.Are you confused yet.

08-24-2008, 04:53 PM	#10
jomari Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:2	its actually a matter of preference, and/or perception. a number of comments mentioned where that denons have a 'warmer' tone... marantz's as well, are considered to have more midrange in them... but as i mentioned previously, its an interaction between your reciever and your speakers... perception begets reality.

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