Receiver for My System? - Blu-ray Forum

Bowguy · 12-06-2008, 07:27 PM

Blu-ray Guys,
Please help me pick a receiver. I’m setting up a modest, blue-ray, 5.1 home theater system. The speakers at this point are 2 Bose 301s in the front, 2 KLH rear speakers, a Klipsch KSW-10, and a Bose VCS-10 Center Channel Speaker. The TV is a Samsung LN-46A650T, and the blu-ray player is a Panasonic DMP-BD35K. We rent about a movie a week from Netflix. So, what receiver fits? Are there any “must change” pieces that would dramatically improve our blu-ray experience? Thanks for any and all constructive input.
Roger

crackinhedz · 12-06-2008, 07:30 PM

what kind of budget?

Bowguy · 12-06-2008, 07:44 PM

crackinhedz,

Wow! What a quick response and good question! It's not real firm, but I was thinking up to $500. If a more expensive receiver would greatly add to the blu-ray experience when combined with the rest of my system, I would consider it.

Roger

crackinhedz · 12-06-2008, 07:53 PM

Denon AVR-1909

Denon AVR-2309

Yamaha RX-V663

use coupon code: AFLAUD25 for 25% off any of these receivers above.

or...

Pioneer Elite VSX-91TXH

6% coupon code: couponcabin

crackinhedz · 12-06-2008, 07:54 PM

id personally go for the Denon 2309 or the Pioneer.

(the Yamaha is also a great choice...my own personal taste is for the others)

crackinhedz · 12-06-2008, 08:05 PM

Quote:

Are there any “must change” pieces that would dramatically improve our blu-ray experience?

It's possible you would enjoy non-bose speakers more.

But, if you're happy with them then that is all that matters.

Johnny Vinyl · 12-06-2008, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

It's possible you would enjoy non-bose speakers more.

But, if you're happy with them then that is all that matters.

That's the most diplomatic answer I've read regarding Bose speakers. And you are to be commended. I agree wholeheartedly...if you enjoy a certain speaker, then that is all that matters.

Bowguy · 12-06-2008, 09:16 PM

crackinhedz,

Thanks for the recommendations and coupons. Do the coupons only work at 6th Ave? The speakers I listed are just what I happened to have - some are very old. I'm just putting the system together now so I thought I'd use what I have for the time being. I'm thinking speakers are a matter of personal taste and at this point I have none.

Thanks again.

Roger

crackinhedz · 12-06-2008, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bowguy

Do the coupons only work at 6th Ave?

yes, they only work for 6ave.

They are authorized dealers, and no tax (except for NJ) + free shipping. And 30 day price match. Hard to beat!

Intamin · 12-06-2008, 09:26 PM

I'd go with what Crackin suggested, as those are some great deals on good receivers.

On an unrelated note, you have any coupon codes for tv's at 6ave.com Crackin?

crackinhedz · 12-06-2008, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Intamin

you have any coupon codes for tv's at 6ave.com Crackin?

couponcabin works for most any item...6%

25% using AFLTV25 on these select TV's

Driver_King · 12-06-2008, 09:38 PM

You can get awesome deals on Polk Audio equipment here.

zinfella · 12-13-2008, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

Denon AVR-1909

Denon AVR-2309

Yamaha RX-V663

use coupon code: AFLAUD25 for 25% off any of these receivers above.

or...

Pioneer Elite VSX-91TXH

6% coupon code: couponcabin

Coupons for Denon don't work.

zweet77 · 12-13-2008, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zinfella

Coupons for Denon don't work.

here you go take a look at this

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR805...6108784&sr=1-1

zinfella · 12-13-2008, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zweet77

here you go take a look at this

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR805...6108784&sr=1-1

Thanks, but I'm looking at Denon, and a little less money.

crackinhedz · 12-13-2008, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zinfella

Coupons for Denon don't work.

yeah, every once in a while the coupons don't seem to register...not sure if its a glitch or the system is down...give it time, it will work again.

As you can see, this is in their sales ad, 25% off.

Or just call them. They will adjust the price.

zinfella · 12-13-2008, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

yeah, every once in a while the coupons don't seem to register...not sure if its a glitch or the system is down...give it time, it will work again.

As you can see, this is in their sales ad, 25% off.

Or just call them. They will adjust the price.

It worked long enough for me to order a Denon 1909, thanks a lot!

dougy · 12-13-2008, 10:55 PM

I'm even looking at buying the 2309CI for an upgrade. I looked at Sixth Avenue and I can get one for under $600 bucks! I usually go through amazon and they are over $100 bucks higher. Why is that???? Normally amazon is so much cheaper.

12-06-2008, 07:27 PM	#1
Bowguy New Member Member since:Dec 2008	Receiver for My System? Blu-ray Guys, Please help me pick a receiver. I’m setting up a modest, blue-ray, 5.1 home theater system. The speakers at this point are 2 Bose 301s in the front, 2 KLH rear speakers, a Klipsch KSW-10, and a Bose VCS-10 Center Channel Speaker. The TV is a Samsung LN-46A650T, and the blu-ray player is a Panasonic DMP-BD35K. We rent about a movie a week from Netflix. So, what receiver fits? Are there any “must change” pieces that would dramatically improve our blu-ray experience? Thanks for any and all constructive input. Roger

12-06-2008, 07:54 PM	#5
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	id personally go for the Denon 2309 or the Pioneer. (the Yamaha is also a great choice...my own personal taste is for the others) Last edited by crackinhedz; 12-06-2008 at 07:57 PM.

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12-06-2008, 07:30 PM	#2
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	what kind of budget?

12-06-2008, 07:44 PM	#3
Bowguy New Member Member since:Dec 2008	crackinhedz, Wow! What a quick response and good question! It's not real firm, but I was thinking up to $500. If a more expensive receiver would greatly add to the blu-ray experience when combined with the rest of my system, I would consider it. Roger

12-06-2008, 07:53 PM	#4
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	Denon AVR-1909 Denon AVR-2309 Yamaha RX-V663 use coupon code: AFLAUD25 for 25% off any of these receivers above. or... Pioneer Elite VSX-91TXH 6% coupon code: couponcabin

12-06-2008, 09:16 PM	#8
Bowguy New Member Member since:Dec 2008	crackinhedz, Thanks for the recommendations and coupons. Do the coupons only work at 6th Ave? The speakers I listed are just what I happened to have - some are very old. I'm just putting the system together now so I thought I'd use what I have for the time being. I'm thinking speakers are a matter of personal taste and at this point I have none. Thanks again. Roger

12-06-2008, 09:26 PM	#10
Intamin Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Houston Home Theater Gallery:38 Blu-ray collection:318	I'd go with what Crackin suggested, as those are some great deals on good receivers. On an unrelated note, you have any coupon codes for tv's at 6ave.com Crackin?

12-06-2008, 09:38 PM	#12
Driver_King Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tampa Bay, Florida Home Theater Gallery:96 Blu-ray collection:28 Trading Score:10	You can get awesome deals on Polk Audio equipment here.

12-13-2008, 10:55 PM	#18
dougy Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Sioux Falls, SD	I'm even looking at buying the 2309CI for an upgrade. I looked at Sixth Avenue and I can get one for under $600 bucks! I usually go through amazon and they are over $100 bucks higher. Why is that???? Normally amazon is so much cheaper.

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