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Digity · 10-08-2009, 02:40 AM

I am looking at upgrading my receiver from the Onkyo 605. anybody have any opinions? I'm using 7.1 speakers and watch 80% movies 20% music. I'm thinking of Marantz sr5003 or Denon 1910 primarly...

Steve · 10-08-2009, 02:51 AM

What speakers and sub are you running, and what's prompting the upgrade?

Digity · 10-08-2009, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by fireman325

What speakers and sub are you running, and what's prompting the upgrade?

Monitor Audio RS8 mains, RSLCR centers, RS1 surrounds. I wanted to upgrade because I know eventually I would need pre outs for an external amp. Plus the Onkyo gets hot and the switching is annoying (clicking noise)

JasonR · 10-08-2009, 03:57 AM

You aren't going to find preouts on the Denon, and the Marantz is a solid receiver. That's where my vote goes.

Steve · 10-08-2009, 04:00 AM

I agree with JasonR. Of the two you listed I would recommend the Marantz as well. However there are other good choices out there. What's your budget for this upgrade?

Digity · 10-08-2009, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by fireman325

I agree with JasonR. Of the two you listed I would recommend the Marantz as well. However there are other good choices out there. What's your budget for this upgrade?

I am looking at refurbished Marantz at about $450 from accessoriesforless so around that price...I know I am cheap

Fors* · 10-08-2009, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Digity

I am looking at refurbished Marantz at about $450 from accessoriesforless so around that price...I know I am cheap

At that price, you might want to consider it. Refurbs are always tricky, so just be careful. However, if it is in top working condition, then the Marantz gets my vote as well with a budget of around $450.

Digity · 10-08-2009, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by forsberg21

At that price, you might want to consider it. Refurbs are always tricky, so just be careful. However, if it is in top working condition, then the Marantz gets my vote as well with a budget of around $450.

I went with the Marantz, btw Isn't Forsberg making a comeback?

SlaughterX · 10-09-2009, 12:26 AM

I don't think the Denon would be much of an upgrade. I just upgraded my 605 to an 806 for $600 and I am happy with it.

crackinhedz · 10-09-2009, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Digity

I am looking at refurbished Marantz at about $450

get it brand new for $515 + free shipping from 6ave.com, coupon code: couponcabin.

edit: or the Denon 1910 same price, same code.

ak_ka · 10-09-2009, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

get it brand new for $515 + free shipping from 6ave.com, coupon code: couponcabin.

edit: or the Denon 1910 same price, same code.

Awesome suggestion (Wish I had that budget

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Go with the Marantz.

10-08-2009, 02:40 AM	#1
Digity Member Member since:May 2009 Home Theater Gallery:8	Upgrade from Onkyo 605 I am looking at upgrading my receiver from the Onkyo 605. anybody have any opinions? I'm using 7.1 speakers and watch 80% movies 20% music. I'm thinking of Marantz sr5003 or Denon 1910 primarly...

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10-08-2009, 02:51 AM	#2
Steve Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Anna, TX 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:416 Trading Score:41	What speakers and sub are you running, and what's prompting the upgrade?

10-08-2009, 03:57 AM	#4
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	You aren't going to find preouts on the Denon, and the Marantz is a solid receiver. That's where my vote goes.

10-08-2009, 04:00 AM	#5
Steve Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Anna, TX 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:416 Trading Score:41	I agree with JasonR. Of the two you listed I would recommend the Marantz as well. However there are other good choices out there. What's your budget for this upgrade?

10-09-2009, 12:26 AM	#9
SlaughterX Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Marion, IL Home Theater Gallery:26 4K collection:208 Blu-ray collection:1089 DVD collection:12 Trading Score:1	I don't think the Denon would be much of an upgrade. I just upgraded my 605 to an 806 for $600 and I am happy with it.

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