Receiver Buying Guide - Blu-ray Forum

SouthMouth · 01-19-2008, 04:52 PM

There are so many different receivers out there with so many different options, I was hoping to get some input on when buying a new receiver what it has to have.

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthMouth

There are so many different receivers out there with so many different options, I was hoping to get some input on when buying a new receiver what it has to have.

what it "has to have" is dependent upon what other devices (tv,bluray,dvd player...) you have or intend to get, as well as your budget you are looking to spend.

SouthMouth · 01-19-2008, 05:32 PM

As far as getting the best possible audio/video from the receiver to a 1080p TV & Surround sound system from a Blu-Ray player.

My budget is $500.

For example, there are alot of different types of "Surrounds" that receivers offer. I'd hate to buy a receiver and find out it's not giving me what I need.

beakergeek · 01-19-2008, 05:37 PM

The Onkyo TX-SR605, TX-SR705, or TX-SR805 are all equipped with all the latest decoders including DTS-HD Master and Dolby TruHD. Check out ecost.com or dakmart.com for good deals

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 05:41 PM

Onkyo TX-SR605 ($400 +free shipping)

do you have or need speakers?

SouthMouth · 01-19-2008, 05:47 PM

Right now I have a home theatre in a box. It's by JVC, its a pretty decent setup, but not for blu-ray. So yes I definately need speakers as well. Budget: $500.

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 06:22 PM

Onkyo HT-SP908 ($760 +free shipping)

Its an Onkyo 605 with speakers included.

Probably the cheapest combination you will get for a receiver with these capabilities.

if you can save up a little more, this would be worth the money.

doctorsteve · 01-19-2008, 06:27 PM

I'll be looking to send uncompressed PCM and Dolby True HD from my PS3 for let's say - a 5.1 setup. Keeping the budget under 500 again, and budget under 300... and budget under 200 (if it's possible) what would you suggest?

Thanks.

Doc

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorsteve

I'll be looking to send PCM and bitstream Dolby True HD from my PS3 for let's say - a 5.1 setup. Keeping the budget under 500 again, and budget under 300... and budget under 200 (if it's possible) what would you suggest?

Thanks.

Doc

The PS3 will not bitstream TrueHD...

So in your case, any multichannel PCM receiver is fine.

Sony Str-DG810 5.1PCM ($305 +free shipping)

Sony Str-DG910 7.1PCM ($425 +free shipping)

Onkyo TX-SR605 7.1PCM HDMI v1.3 ($400 +free shipping)

these are for starters...the Onkyo is probably the best as far as features for the price.

seto · 01-19-2008, 06:38 PM

crackinhedz, just a suggestion but since I see you referring people to buying receivers all the time why not create some sort of a spreadsheet with price points and features and post it up? Could make it easier for everyone to look up information on what to buy. Just a suggestion. Keep up the good work. ^^v

kolasi · 01-19-2008, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

The PS3 will not bitstream TrueHD...

So in your case, any multichannel PCM receiver is fine.

Sony Str-DG810 5.1PCM ($305 +free shipping)

Sony Str-DG910 7.1PCM ($425 +free shipping)

Onkyo TX-SR605 7.1PCM HDMI v1.3 ($400 +free shipping)

these are for starters...the Onkyo is probably the best as far as features for the price.

ps3 will bitstream it soon enough tho.

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by seto

crackinhedz, just a suggestion but since I see you referring people to buying receivers all the time why not create some sort of a spreadsheet with price points and features and post it up? Could make it easier for everyone to look up information on what to buy. Just a suggestion. Keep up the good work. ^^v

thats not a bad idea...

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kolasi

ps3 will bitstream it soon enough tho.

negative ghostrider.

its a hardware issue that could be possible for newer units (big maybe), but older 20gb and 60gb will never have bitstream.

doctorsteve · 01-19-2008, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

The PS3 will not bitstream TrueHD...

Edited my original post almost as soon as it was off the tips of my fingers.. thanks for catching that though....

kolasi · 01-19-2008, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

negative ghostrider.

its a hardware issue that could be possible for newer units (big maybe), but older 20gb and 60gb will never have bitstream.

sposed to available for 60,40 and 80 gbs.

crackinhedz · 01-19-2008, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by kolasi

sposed to available for 60,40 and 80 gbs.

All PS3's (USA at least) can internally decode Dolby TrueHD. they however cannot bitstream TrueHD...and if you say they can or will, please provide a link to the source?

SouthMouth · 01-19-2008, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

Onkyo HT-SP908 ($760 +free shipping)

Its an Onkyo 605 with speakers included.

Probably the cheapest combination you will get for a receiver with these capabilities.

if you can save up a little more, this would be worth the money.

Do you know if there is a similar package for the Onkyo 705? Is there that much difference between the 2?

kolasi · 01-19-2008, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

All PS3's (USA at least) can internally decode Dolby TrueHD. they however cannot bitstream TrueHD...and if you say they can or will, please provide a link to the source?

ill look for it again. never saved it when i first read it.

gearyt · 01-19-2008, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

thats not a bad idea...

Sticky will do

gotBlu · 01-20-2008, 02:51 PM

Narrowed down to the TXSR805 for my new reciever. Cheapest I can find is 713. with no tax and free shipping from an authorized dealer. (new not refurb). Anyone seen this for less lately? Refurb is ok if the price diff is enough and there is a warranty.

01-19-2008, 04:52 PM	#1
SouthMouth Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tennessee	Receiver Buying Guide There are so many different receivers out there with so many different options, I was hoping to get some input on when buying a new receiver what it has to have.

01-19-2008, 06:27 PM	#8
doctorsteve Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Tonawanda, NY Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:188 Blu-ray reviews:16	PS3 User I'll be looking to send uncompressed PCM and Dolby True HD from my PS3 for let's say - a 5.1 setup. Keeping the budget under 500 again, and budget under 300... and budget under 200 (if it's possible) what would you suggest? Thanks. Doc Last edited by doctorsteve; 01-19-2008 at 06:31 PM. Reason: Spellling...

01-20-2008, 02:51 PM	#20
gotBlu Senior Member Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 4K collection:871 Blu-ray collection:3322 DVD collection:1171 Digital collection:53 Blu-ray reviews:9 Trading Score:52	Onkyo TXSR805 Narrowed down to the TXSR805 for my new reciever. Cheapest I can find is 713. with no tax and free shipping from an authorized dealer. (new not refurb). Anyone seen this for less lately? Refurb is ok if the price diff is enough and there is a warranty.

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01-19-2008, 05:32 PM	#3
SouthMouth Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tennessee	As far as getting the best possible audio/video from the receiver to a 1080p TV & Surround sound system from a Blu-Ray player. My budget is $500. For example, there are alot of different types of "Surrounds" that receivers offer. I'd hate to buy a receiver and find out it's not giving me what I need.

01-19-2008, 05:37 PM	#4
beakergeek Member Member since:Jun 2007	The Onkyo TX-SR605, TX-SR705, or TX-SR805 are all equipped with all the latest decoders including DTS-HD Master and Dolby TruHD. Check out ecost.com or dakmart.com for good deals

01-19-2008, 05:41 PM	#5
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	Onkyo TX-SR605 ($400 +free shipping) do you have or need speakers?

01-19-2008, 05:47 PM	#6
SouthMouth Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tennessee	Right now I have a home theatre in a box. It's by JVC, its a pretty decent setup, but not for blu-ray. So yes I definately need speakers as well. Budget: $500.

01-19-2008, 06:22 PM	#7
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	Onkyo HT-SP908 ($760 +free shipping) Its an Onkyo 605 with speakers included. Probably the cheapest combination you will get for a receiver with these capabilities. if you can save up a little more, this would be worth the money.

01-19-2008, 06:38 PM	#10
seto Senior Member Member since:Jul 2007 Blu-ray reviews:1	crackinhedz, just a suggestion but since I see you referring people to buying receivers all the time why not create some sort of a spreadsheet with price points and features and post it up? Could make it easier for everyone to look up information on what to buy. Just a suggestion. Keep up the good work. ^^v

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