Help choosing a receiver - Blu-ray Forum

JurassicMass88 · 07-04-2009, 06:24 PM

Hey everybody,

Right now I currently own a 5 year old Yamaha receiver with no HDMI inputs and is lacking severely in audio codecs. I am currently in the market for a new receiver but there are so many to choose from so I would love to hear some recommendations. I hoping to keep my budget at about $500 or less.

I've been looking at the Yamaha RX V663 and also the Onkyo 607, but I'm having a hard time deciding between the two. My main goal is to be able to get all HD audio codecs for my speakers so I can truly experience the greatness of Blu-ray.

I figure I'll update my receiver first, then when the time comes I will upgrade my TV to a nice 1080p flat screen. Thanks for the help.

P.S. I currently have a PS3 and have a Panny BD60 on its way from Amazon.

And on a side note, my main TV is an older Mitsubishi 55in rear projection that maxes out at 1080i.

Any other receiver suggestions would be much appreciated.

dolphinc · 07-04-2009, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JurassicMass88

Hey everybody,

Right now I currently own a 5 year old Yamaha receiver with no HDMI inputs and is lacking severely in audio codecs. I am currently in the market for a new receiver but there are so many to choose from so I would love to hear some recommendations. I hoping to keep my budget at about $500 or less.

I've been looking at the Yamaha RX V663 and also the Onkyo 607, but I'm having a hard time deciding between the two. My main goal is to be able to get all HD audio codecs for my speakers so I can truly experience the greatness of Blu-ray.

I figure I'll update my receiver first, then when the time comes I will upgrade my TV to a nice 1080p flat screen. Thanks for the help.

P.S. I currently have a PS3 and have a Panny BD60 on its way from Amazon.

And on a side note, my main TV is an older Mitsubishi 55in rear projection that maxes out at 1080i.

Any other receiver suggestions would be much appreciated.

I have a Yamaha 565 and a Denon 789, I have also owned a Onkyo 607. All 3 are great receivers but I am leaning more in the Yamaha direction these days. They make a fantastic receiver in your price range and out of the 3 I have owned the Yamaha was the easiest to setup.

Honestly if you choose either the Yamaha or the Onkyo you will be in good hands. Just make sure you have a decent setup of speakers to go with it.

JurassicMass88 · 07-04-2009, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by dolphinc

I have a Yamaha 565 and a Denon 789, I have also owned a Onkyo 607. All 3 are great receivers but I am leaning more in the Yamaha direction these days. They make a fantastic receiver in your price range and out of the 3 I have owned the Yamaha was the easiest to setup.

Honestly if you choose either the Yamaha or the Onkyo you will be in good hands. Just make sure you have a decent setup of speakers to go with it.

Thanks dolphinc...I think I might have to go with the Yamaha, they are solid receivers. I'll keep checking online though just in case there are some Onkyo deals, but overall I might grab the Yamaha. Easy setup is always a plus and I have seen a lot of good reviews. Thanks for the info.

Edit: Is the only difference between the Onkyo 606 and 607 the addition of 7.2 channel audio? They seem to be similar in price.

callas01 · 07-05-2009, 06:32 AM

Between the 2 go with the Yammy 663 otherwise add a few dollars to your budget and get a Marantz 5003 for $599 at www.abesofmaine.com

JurassicMass88 · 07-05-2009, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by callas01

Between the 2 go with the Yammy 663 otherwise add a few dollars to your budget and get a Marantz 5003 for $599 at www.abesofmaine.com

Thanks...I might go with the Marantz after looking at the specs. That thing is a beast and the price isn't too bad either.

Thanks again callas.

reyz · 07-05-2009, 06:56 PM

wow, i totally have more reason to swap to a sr5003 now.. feel so cheated the salesman was actually charging more for the v665 (initially but lowered it to the same price as the marantz, a cheap tactic to make me decide to buy now that i think twice about it).

marantz FTW. (esp after some comparison of specs and reviews online)

lojack1976 · 07-05-2009, 07:07 PM

Marantz sure makes a sexy receiver, but you should also consider THIS Pioneer Elite for $569 shipped.

Blu-Raider · 07-05-2009, 07:14 PM

Before limiting your choices to just those two, I'd really consider auditioning a few others. jmo.

reyz · 07-05-2009, 07:37 PM

i admit marantz isnt the definitive receiver... certainly not.

there is no definitive for that price range or even the price ranges above that. (unless you go for the top-line receivers)

i tried denon and onkyo too.. didnt quite like the sound although no major gripes, but one major problem is they overheat easily... and that would equate to a shorter lifespan.. im looking for one that can carry over the long haul.

but certainly i liked the sound from the sr5003. very natural without being too overbearing but yet filling the room more than nicely with the necessary oomph in action scenes. i was fooled into getting the 665 though.. haha.

hope i can swap without any problems..

lojack1976 · 07-05-2009, 07:56 PM

None of the receivers mentioned are bad by any means. All of them will have their pluses and minuses in the features department. When it comes to sound quality its all in one's preference. I own Onkyo and Harman Kardon, and I love both receivers. I am also a fan of Pioneer receivers, but I'm not much of a Yamaha fan. I've never heard Denon or Marantz, but I've always heard good things about both. The best thing to do is to listen to all brands and compare the features to make an informed decision with the price points in mind. There really is no bad decision here. Its all about the features you need and the sound you want.

mustang-gt-2002 · 07-05-2009, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JurassicMass88

Hey everybody,

Right now I currently own a 5 year old Yamaha receiver with no HDMI inputs and is lacking severely in audio codecs. I am currently in the market for a new receiver but there are so many to choose from so I would love to hear some recommendations. I hoping to keep my budget at about $500 or less.

I've been looking at the Yamaha RX V663 and also the Onkyo 607, but I'm having a hard time deciding between the two. My main goal is to be able to get all HD audio codecs for my speakers so I can truly experience the greatness of Blu-ray.

I figure I'll update my receiver first, then when the time comes I will upgrade my TV to a nice 1080p flat screen. Thanks for the help.

P.S. I currently have a PS3 and have a Panny BD60 on its way from Amazon.

And on a side note, my main TV is an older Mitsubishi 55in rear projection that maxes out at 1080i.

Any other receiver suggestions would be much appreciated.

I had a 6.1 RX-V550 loved it but when the RX-V663 came out with HDMI and HD audio I had to have it. I would do it again Yamaha all the way

07-04-2009, 06:24 PM	#1
JurassicMass88 Active Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:California Blu-ray collection:834 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1	Help choosing a receiver Hey everybody, Right now I currently own a 5 year old Yamaha receiver with no HDMI inputs and is lacking severely in audio codecs. I am currently in the market for a new receiver but there are so many to choose from so I would love to hear some recommendations. I hoping to keep my budget at about $500 or less. I've been looking at the Yamaha RX V663 and also the Onkyo 607, but I'm having a hard time deciding between the two. My main goal is to be able to get all HD audio codecs for my speakers so I can truly experience the greatness of Blu-ray. I figure I'll update my receiver first, then when the time comes I will upgrade my TV to a nice 1080p flat screen. Thanks for the help. P.S. I currently have a PS3 and have a Panny BD60 on its way from Amazon. And on a side note, my main TV is an older Mitsubishi 55in rear projection that maxes out at 1080i. Any other receiver suggestions would be much appreciated.

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callas01 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Riverside, CA Home Theater Gallery:42 Blu-ray collection:230 DVD collection:47	Between the 2 go with the Yammy 663 otherwise add a few dollars to your budget and get a Marantz 5003 for $599 at www.abesofmaine.com

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reyz Member Member since:Jun 2009 Blu-ray collection:19	wow, i totally have more reason to swap to a sr5003 now.. feel so cheated the salesman was actually charging more for the v665 (initially but lowered it to the same price as the marantz, a cheap tactic to make me decide to buy now that i think twice about it). marantz FTW. (esp after some comparison of specs and reviews online)

07-05-2009, 07:07 PM	#7
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	Marantz sure makes a sexy receiver, but you should also consider THIS Pioneer Elite for $569 shipped.

07-05-2009, 07:14 PM	#8
Blu-Raider Expert Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Dark Side of the Moon Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:64 Blu-ray reviews:2	Before limiting your choices to just those two, I'd really consider auditioning a few others. jmo.

07-05-2009, 07:37 PM	#9
reyz Member Member since:Jun 2009 Blu-ray collection:19	i admit marantz isnt the definitive receiver... certainly not. there is no definitive for that price range or even the price ranges above that. (unless you go for the top-line receivers) i tried denon and onkyo too.. didnt quite like the sound although no major gripes, but one major problem is they overheat easily... and that would equate to a shorter lifespan.. im looking for one that can carry over the long haul. but certainly i liked the sound from the sr5003. very natural without being too overbearing but yet filling the room more than nicely with the necessary oomph in action scenes. i was fooled into getting the 665 though.. haha. hope i can swap without any problems..

07-05-2009, 07:56 PM	#10
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	None of the receivers mentioned are bad by any means. All of them will have their pluses and minuses in the features department. When it comes to sound quality its all in one's preference. I own Onkyo and Harman Kardon, and I love both receivers. I am also a fan of Pioneer receivers, but I'm not much of a Yamaha fan. I've never heard Denon or Marantz, but I've always heard good things about both. The best thing to do is to listen to all brands and compare the features to make an informed decision with the price points in mind. There really is no bad decision here. Its all about the features you need and the sound you want.

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