New Receiver

[Beta Man]

I began hi-jacking, and thought I'd start my own thread......

I have a Marantz SR7001 I'm using currently, and I'm waiting for a new receiver to come out that will give me the latest Codecs and still have the sonically pleasing attributes I'm looking for.

I also want to get another set-up going in my bedroom. I currently have a HDTV, and another PS3 in there, but I'm planning on buying the B&W M-1's

My question.... Although I'd like to move the SR7001 into the bedroom, I can't really replace it in my main theater room (it's a living room basically) so I was thinking about getting this

http://www.accessories4less.com/make...r-SALE-/1.html

for the bedroom, so It wouldn't hurt the budget too much while I'm waiting for Rotel to put out a capable unit to upgrade the main HT set-up.

I listen to a LOT of music, so putting an Onkyo 605 in the main theater room and moving my 7001 to the bedroom is NOT an option. I love the sound from the 7001.

What limitations would the SR5001 have audio-wise if I'm running it with the PS3? Keep in mind that I don't care about any "upconversion" capabilities.... I want the best possible audio/video for Blu-Ray viewing in this room only, as it's my bedroom. DVD/CD Player, etc. aren't a factor for this room.


Thanks!!!

[Slec]

Have you thought about getting the Marantz 7002? It's really something to behold. You could then use the 7001 in the bedroom.... just a thought..

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by Slec

Have you thought about getting the Marantz 7002? It's really something to behold. You could then use the 7001 in the bedroom.... just a thought..

Yeah... but I KNOW I want to get a Rotel once they get something capable of handling the Codecs etc.... I've listened to a couple, and I'm in love with the sound..... If I drop that kind of cash on the 7002 now, it'll really hamper my ability to upgrade (or justifiability I should say!)


So will this 5001 be able to do HD-MA with the PS3 to my little M-1's (that I still need to go pick up)

[Slec]

Am I reading correctly, you have a stand alone in your theater/living room, and PS3 in the bedroom?

Can't figure out why the 7001 mated to a PS3 wouldn't be fantastic (and no need for newest codecs being receiver decoded)

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by Slec

Am I reading correctly, you have a stand alone in your theater/living room, and PS3 in the bedroom?

Can't figure out why the 7001 mated to a PS3 wouldn't be fantastic (and no need for newest codecs being receiver decoded)

I have a PS3 in both rooms..... but I don't have a receiver OR speakers (yet) in the bedroom.... and want to know if the 5001 will get the same codecs as the 7001 (I couldn't decipher all of the specs! )


EDIT: and yeah... the Big upgrade will put either a higher end Rotel in the theater room, or separates, and the 7001 will then move to the bedroom.... but I need something (under $400) that can go in the bedroom right now to last the next year or so, and I'm looking at that 5001

[Scooby Blu]

Called Rotel the other day. They were mum on when they will release anything to process the new HD codecs But my audio guys "claim" Rotel might be getting something out by the end of 2008 We can only hope and PRAY !!!

[Slec]

Looks like the 5001 does take PCM over HDMI. Check out Manual p 24, pdf page 27

[prerich]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I have a PS3 in both rooms..... but I don't have a receiver OR speakers (yet) in the bedroom.... and want to know if the 5001 will get the same codecs as the 7001 (I couldn't decipher all of the specs! )


EDIT: and yeah... the Big upgrade will put either a higher end Rotel in the theater room, or separates, and the 7001 will then move to the bedroom.... but I need something (under $400) that can go in the bedroom right now to last the next year or so, and I'm looking at that 5001

6001 doesn't decode the codecs (but your PS3 can as LPCM so you're good to go there). That would be a good deal! FYI - you've got money - The thread I started about the Gales won't help you if you are lookiing at B&W If you know any people that are very low on cash however...I will be putting them through their paces tomorrow. Back to your post...Yes, I would definately go with the 6001! Can't beat it with a stick!

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by Scooby Blu

Called Rotel the other day. They were mum on when they will release anything to process the new HD codecs But my audio guys "claim" Rotel might be getting something out by the end of 2008 We can only hope and PRAY !!!

They can take their time now.... because I need sound in my bedroom NOW, and need a year to save back up for the Rotel

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by Slec

Looks like the 5001 does take PCM over HDMI. Check out Manual p 24, pdf page 27

Thanks for the link!!!!! That's all I needed to hear!!!!!

[prerich]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I have a PS3 in both rooms..... but I don't have a receiver OR speakers (yet) in the bedroom.... and want to know if the 5001 will get the same codecs as the 7001 (I couldn't decipher all of the specs! )


EDIT: and yeah... the Big upgrade will put either a higher end Rotel in the theater room, or separates, and the 7001 will then move to the bedroom.... but I need something (under $400) that can go in the bedroom right now to last the next year or so, and I'm looking at that 5001

Correction just noticed that you are looking at the 5001 - for $349? Good sonic deal!

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by prerich

6001 doesn't decode the codecs (but your PS3 can as LPCM so you're good to go there). That would be a good deal! FYI - you've got money - The thread I started about the Gales won't help you if you are lookiing at B&W If you know any people that are very low on cash however...I will be putting them through their paces tomorrow. Back to your post...Yes, I would definately go with the 6001! Can't beat it with a stick!

It's the 5001 I'm looking at.... should be plenty for the M-1's I have a "spare" set of 686's from a previous upgrade, and I'd love to buy a matching center, then sub, then maybe M-1's for the surrounds..... but it all ends up costing too much, and being too big, (especially the center) so I'm gonna use the 686's for a small 2-channel set-up, with a record-player, and just get the M-1's I'm not entirely sure I want to get a sub for the bedroom (I doubt I'd be allowed to)


I just hope I can get a dedicated room for the main system one day (and a projector......... wow.... the list goes on )

[prerich]

Originally Posted by Slec

Looks like the 5001 does take PCM over HDMI. Check out Manual p 24, pdf page 27

+1 HDMI 1.3a cert.

[Slec]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

They can take their time now.... because I need sound in my bedroom NOW, and need a year to save back up for the Rotel

I don't know jack about Rotel (other than a great reputation), but don't forget the PS3 decodes everything internally. Therefore all you need is HDMI v1.1 and make sure it will accept audio over HDMI. If it does, then you're set. You only need a receiver that handles the new codecs if you are bitstreaming Lossless audio to the receiver (PS3 cannot).

Now to get deep colour you'll need atleast HDMI v1.3a

[Beta Man]

Done Deal.... Ordered the 5001..... now I gotta get to my local shop for the M-1's!

Thanks for the link, and thanks for all the help from everyone!

[Scooby Blu]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

They can take their time now.... because I need sound in my bedroom NOW, and need a year to save back up for the Rotel

Oh yea, the saving part difficult but well worth the sacrafice in the end ! I missed the now part.

[Beta Man]

Estimated shipping on May 6th..... I have all weekend to get speakers

[Zen Slug]

does anybody know if the SR4001 for $299 has the same capabilities (wrt accepting pcm audio over hdmi from the ps3) as the 5001 for $349? is it basically the same as the 5001 without the "xm ready" part?

yes, i'm a cheap bastard!

[Beta Man]

I believe it's less power, (XM isn't a concern to me, I have Sirius!) marking the price difference, but the link provided above shows the manual for the 4001 AND 5001, and YES, the 4001 is PCM capable, so if you have a PS3, you're getting HD-MA audio......


Oh wait..... the 4001 is a 2-channel Receiver..... you don't want that (at least not for HT)

[Slec]

Originally Posted by Zen Slug

does anybody know if the SR4001 for $299 has the same capabilities (wrt accepting pcm audio over hdmi from the ps3) as the 5001 for $349? is it basically the same as the 5001 without the "xm ready" part?

yes, i'm a cheap bastard!

Same Manual, Same p 24, pdf page 27, with no exceptions listed for the 4001... Sounds like it works the same.