What should I be looking for in a reciever? - Blu-ray Forum

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-26-2009, 08:05 PM

This is my first time picking a reciever what should I be looking for.Im going to be using it to power paradigms the monitor series any advice would be appreciated thank you.

aramis109 · 06-26-2009, 08:32 PM

One that doesn't have a display that'll burn out on you.

It depends on what you're looking for- connectivity, features, power, etc. Are the Monitors 8 ohm speakers? If so, just about any receiver with the power is fine- otherwise if they're 4ohm you want to make sure you have a compatible receiver.

Decoding lossless audio is another big plus, as well as HDMI inputs/outputs, if it has pre-outs or not, what the wattage is with all channels driven, if there's any kind of calibration system, and the like.

What's your budget?

Johnny Vinyl · 06-26-2009, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by aramis109

One that doesn't have a display that'll burn out on you.
It depends on what you're looking for- connectivity, features, power, etc. Are the Monitors 8 ohm speakers? If so, just about any receiver with the power is fine- otherwise if they're 4ohm you want to make sure you have a compatible receiver.

Decoding lossless audio is another big plus, as well as HDMI inputs/outputs, if it has pre-outs or not, what the wattage is with all channels driven, if there's any kind of calibration system, and the like.

What's your budget?

Yeah, but nothing that $6 and change can't fix!

John

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-26-2009, 08:35 PM

500.00 IF i BUY NOW 900.00 if I buy in 3 weeks is my budget

Bad8511 · 06-26-2009, 08:38 PM

Pioneer has new models that are iPod/iPhone friendly. I just bought the VSX-1019AH-K and I love it.

Johnny Vinyl · 06-26-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Bad8511

Pioneer has new models that are iPod/iPhone friendly. I just bought the VSX-1019AH-K and I love it.

CNET rated the 1019 as the best mid-priced receiver on the market.

John

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-26-2009, 08:46 PM

That was the one I have been eyeing right now its between the pioneer 1019--and onkyo 806.I really want a reciever that has the calibration tools or that feature that lowers commercials when watching a show.Im thinking the 806 is more then I need.I just feal thet the 1019 wont give enough power to my paradigms to make them sound good.Then again this is all new to me so what do I know.

JasonR · 06-26-2009, 08:59 PM

Pre-outs are a must. You might think you have enough power now, will you feel the same a year from now? I know I didn't. Besides that, HD decoding and sufficient HDMI inputs for your needs.

dolphinc · 06-26-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by JasonR

Pre-outs is a must. You might think you have enough power now, will you feel the same a year from now? I know I didn't. Besides that, HD decoding and sufficient HDMI inputs for your needs.

Yeah, HDMI inputs is a big deal. I have 4 and still could use more. I think the Onkyo has 6 which is sweet if it does?

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-26-2009, 09:07 PM

What would that feature be called that Iam looking for that adjust the sound when it goes to commercials.I was wanting an Piopneer sc 05 but by the time I have the money for it they will be all gone

.Maybe I should buy some new sofas and start my theater project later maybe pioneer will release some new ones.

ouc · 06-26-2009, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by HomeTheaterVirgin

What would that feature be called that Iam looking for that adjust the sound when it goes to commercials.

At least that's what it's called on my 507.

callas01 · 06-26-2009, 11:02 PM

Here you go try this Marantz plus 1 yr warranty, or new, but slightly more

Bad8511 · 06-27-2009, 03:28 AM

Since I bought my 1019 I haven't had the problem with commercials like I did with my HK 247. The 1019 has the ALC button which normalizes all sounds coming through it.

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-27-2009, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Bad8511

Since I bought my 1019 I haven't had the problem with commercials like I did with my HK 247. The 1019 has the ALC button which normalizes all sounds coming through it.

How do you like your 1019 Iam going to bestbuy tommorow to take a look at it.Hows the sound does it fill the room the sound honestly do you regret it or love your purchase.This will be my first reciever.

JasonR · 06-27-2009, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by HomeTheaterVirgin

How do you like your 1019 Iam going to bestbuy tommorow to take a look at it.Hows the sound does it fill the room the sound honestly do you regret it or love your purchase.This will be my first reciever.

I would really look into the Elites if going Pioneer. Even if you don't see yourself needing an amp now, you would hate to have your receiver holding you back in the future.

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-27-2009, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonR

I would really look into the Elites if going Pioneer. Even if you don't see yourself needing an amp now, you would hate to have your receiver holding you back in the future.

Do you know if there going to be releasing any anytime soon line a new line?

JasonR · 06-27-2009, 04:43 AM

No, but what is wrong with these?

http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-Elite-...6077721&sr=8-2

Even if you have to wait, I would consider it worth it.

HomeTheaterVirgin · 06-27-2009, 04:48 AM

But what happens if I buy iy nd next month it goes bad then I dont have warranty

.

JasonR · 06-27-2009, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by HomeTheaterVirgin

But what happens if I buy iy nd next month it goes bad then I dont have warranty

.

Sorry, I forgot about the lack of warranty on those units. I would either look for a good deal on a current Elites to pop up or wait for the new ones.

Travis · 06-27-2009, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonR

Pre-outs are a must. You might think you have enough power now, will you feel the same a year from now? I know I didn't. Besides that, HD decoding and sufficient HDMI inputs for your needs.

Pre-outs and enough HDMIs, in and out ,are important for future.

Marantz 5003 has 3 in 1 out. For a bit more I'd get the 6003 with 3 in and 2 out. If like me you have a TV for day and Projector for night 2 out is useful. Or if you don't know what the future will bring.

amazon has the 6003 for $800. If I was in the states I'd get it, but in Taiwan now, so I will wind up paying $1000+ I love my 5200 but it is time to upgrade, and Marantz 6003 will be it for me, unless a 7003 comes out within the next few months.

06-26-2009, 08:05 PM	#1
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	What should I be looking for in a reciever? This is my first time picking a reciever what should I be looking for.Im going to be using it to power paradigms the monitor series any advice would be appreciated thank you.

06-26-2009, 08:59 PM	#8
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	Pre-outs are a must. You might think you have enough power now, will you feel the same a year from now? I know I didn't. Besides that, HD decoding and sufficient HDMI inputs for your needs. Last edited by JasonR; 06-26-2009 at 09:01 PM.

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06-26-2009, 08:32 PM	#2
aramis109 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Milwaukee, WI Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:360 Trading Score:18	One that doesn't have a display that'll burn out on you. It depends on what you're looking for- connectivity, features, power, etc. Are the Monitors 8 ohm speakers? If so, just about any receiver with the power is fine- otherwise if they're 4ohm you want to make sure you have a compatible receiver. Decoding lossless audio is another big plus, as well as HDMI inputs/outputs, if it has pre-outs or not, what the wattage is with all channels driven, if there's any kind of calibration system, and the like. What's your budget?

06-26-2009, 08:35 PM	#4
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	500.00 IF i BUY NOW 900.00 if I buy in 3 weeks is my budget

06-26-2009, 08:38 PM	#5
Bad8511 Senior Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Louisville, KY Blu-ray collection:321 Trading Score:8	Pioneer has new models that are iPod/iPhone friendly. I just bought the VSX-1019AH-K and I love it.

06-26-2009, 08:46 PM	#7
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	That was the one I have been eyeing right now its between the pioneer 1019--and onkyo 806.I really want a reciever that has the calibration tools or that feature that lowers commercials when watching a show.Im thinking the 806 is more then I need.I just feal thet the 1019 wont give enough power to my paradigms to make them sound good.Then again this is all new to me so what do I know.

06-26-2009, 09:07 PM	#10
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	What would that feature be called that Iam looking for that adjust the sound when it goes to commercials.I was wanting an Piopneer sc 05 but by the time I have the money for it they will be all gone .Maybe I should buy some new sofas and start my theater project later maybe pioneer will release some new ones.

06-26-2009, 11:02 PM	#12
callas01 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Riverside, CA Home Theater Gallery:42 Blu-ray collection:230 DVD collection:47	Here you go try this Marantz plus 1 yr warranty, or new, but slightly more

06-27-2009, 03:28 AM	#13
Bad8511 Senior Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Louisville, KY Blu-ray collection:321 Trading Score:8	Since I bought my 1019 I haven't had the problem with commercials like I did with my HK 247. The 1019 has the ALC button which normalizes all sounds coming through it.

06-27-2009, 04:43 AM	#17
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	No, but what is wrong with these? http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-Elite-...6077721&sr=8-2 Even if you have to wait, I would consider it worth it.

06-27-2009, 04:48 AM	#18
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	But what happens if I buy iy nd next month it goes bad then I dont have warranty .

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