Pioneer elite sc-61 vs. Yamaha rx-a1020

[pacman9270]

Originally Posted by Schultzy

I would seriously consider the Pioneer SC1222 ($529 free shipping from newegg) if you are looking at the SC-61. I almost bought the SC61, but then I found out more about the SC1222. It is almost the exact same receiver, same class D amp, and same power. The SC1222 is not an Elite model, so it has ones less year of warranty, no 12v triggers, and different color led display on the front. Those features were not enough to make up the price difference between the two, almost half the price!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16882117412

Nice find. Didn't see this when researching my SC-61. I had assumed that the Pioneer models were Class AB amps. Nothing against AB amplification. Thanks for sharing, gave me some good reading.

Follow up update...
Still having issues with updating the firmware on the AVR. Using powered wireless LAN adapters for connectivity but seems somewhat useless. I only use the Internet Radio on the AVR.

Still really loving my sound. Just another level of home theater and music listening.