Most visually appealing receivers - Page 2 - Blu-ray Forum

Steve · 06-29-2009, 04:16 PM

For looks alone, IMO it's a tossup between Marantz and Pioneer Elite.

Fors* · 06-29-2009, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by fireman325

For looks alone, IMO it's a tossup between Marantz and Pioneer Elite.

And isn't it ironic that they both are such great performers as well!

Steve · 06-29-2009, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by forsberg21

And isn't it ironic that they both are such great performers as well!

And for these 2 reasons, these are the 2 brands I'll be shopping whenever I upgrade my current Onkyo receiver.

Fors* · 06-29-2009, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by fireman325

And for these 2 reasons, these are the 2 brands I'll be shopping whenever I upgrade my current Onkyo receiver.

Just went that route...Onkyo 605 to the Pioneer SC-05....it is a whole new world for sure !! The Elite's are a tweakers dream too, which I luv!

Steve · 06-29-2009, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by forsberg21

Just went that route...Onkyo 605 to the Pioneer SC-05....it is a whole new world for sure !! The Elite's are a tweakers dream too, which I luv!

Don't get me too excited!! lol It'll still be a few months down the road before I'm able to seriously look at an upgrade.

kpkelley · 06-29-2009, 04:34 PM

The Rotel RSX-1560 has that fairly industrial look to it...review.

rded · 06-29-2009, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by kpkelley

The Rotel RSX-1560 has that fairly industrial look to it...review.

Me likes the look! Does it come in black?

kpkelley · 06-29-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by rded

Me likes the look! Does it come in black?

Yes.

Grevlin · 06-29-2009, 08:54 PM

that's a perdy one.

red_5ive · 06-29-2009, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by rded

Doing your research huh??.... I don't know what your definition of stunning is, but to some; taking the "MINIMALIST" approach is the way to go.
ARCAM AVR 600 in Silver

Or in Charcoal grey.

MSRP is $4995

I've been drooling over the AVR600 ever since I saw it in your setup. This one easily gets my vote.

Uncle Leo · 06-29-2009, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by stobbart

I am looking to get a new receiver and since I plan to display this I want it to look amazing like the VAC Phi 300.1, unfortunatly I dont have the budget for that. I am looking in the $3000-$5000 dollar range and was wondering what are some of the most gorgous looking receivers you have seen? Thank you.

Dude! This is the second post I just read from you. Did you just win the lottery or get an inheritance.

brett_day · 06-29-2009, 09:34 PM

by no means a $3000 to $5000 (lol it's only $500) it is still visually appealing. i love the way this Sony STR-DN1000 looks, incredibly sleek

crackinhedz · 06-29-2009, 09:40 PM

Marantz SR6003 ~ $800

js666 · 06-29-2009, 09:52 PM

Next to the Arcam, everything else looks like a......receiver.

brett_day · 06-29-2009, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by js666

Next to the Arcam, everything else looks like a......receiver.

honestly, to me the arcam looks kinda cheap, although we know it is not. this is all a matter of personal opinion though.....different folks, different strokes etc

Rob J in WNY · 06-29-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by brett_day

by no means a $3000 to $5000 (lol it's only $500) it is still visually appealing. i love the way this Sony STR-DN1000 looks, incredibly sleek

It's supposed to be released in July as well, and it is a great breakaway receiver from the look that Sony has adopted for quite awhile now. Very nice looking receiver which will soon be available.

I had thought about going with this receiver until an irresistible Pioneer Elite SC-05 deal came around! Can't say I'm not happy with my SC-05!

red_5ive · 06-29-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by brett_day

honestly, to me the arcam looks kinda cheap, although we know it is not. this is all a matter of personal opinion though.....different folks, different strokes etc

So then by the same logic, the other receivers in this thread look great, but are cheap?

j/k I happen to think HK and the Elites are among the nicest looking units out there. I'd probably go with either of these if I were in the market. That Sony is a beaut, too.

Canada · 06-29-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by stobbart

I am looking to get a new receiver and since I plan to display this I want it to look amazing like the VAC Phi 300.1, unfortunatly I dont have the budget for that. I am looking in the $3000-$5000 dollar range and was wondering what are some of the most gorgous looking receivers you have seen? Thank you.

http://hometheatermag.com/receivers/...0_av_receiver/

That is the reciever that I want but sadly

I don't have the coin.

Steve · 06-29-2009, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

Marantz SR6003 ~ $800

Good move, Crackin, setting the receiver on the bed to take pics. It makes it look that much sexier.

rded · 06-29-2009, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by red_5ive

I've been drooling over the AVR600 ever since I saw it in your setup. This one easily gets my vote.

I didn't mean to dangle it in front of you like a carrot

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Originally Posted by js666

Next to the Arcam, everything else looks like a......receiver.

The earlier prototypes of the AVR 600 had the FMJ logo- meaning FULL METAL JACKET or as Arcam Markets it now its "Faithful Musical Joy" pictures doesn't really give this receiver justice. It just has a different appeal in person.

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Originally Posted by Canada

http://hometheatermag.com/receivers/...0_av_receiver/

That is the reciever that I want but sadly

I don't have the coin.

The Arcam has been getting rave reviews- especially if you build a system geared toward the pursuit of the best musical fidelity.

Not to mention its amps rival separates.

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Originally Posted by CollinViegas

Considering I paid under 4K for mine, I am sure the OP can find one if he tries in his price range.

Well, in that case, if the OP finds the right dealer, the Arcam can be had for less than 4k.

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06-29-2009, 04:16 PM	#21
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	For looks alone, IMO it's a tossup between Marantz and Pioneer Elite.

06-29-2009, 04:34 PM	#26
kpkelley Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Framingham, MA 4K collection:385 Blu-ray collection:2478 Digital collection:113 Blu-ray reviews: 152	The Rotel RSX-1560 has that fairly industrial look to it...review.

06-29-2009, 08:54 PM	#29
Grevlin Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:38 Blu-ray collection:82	that's a perdy one.

06-29-2009, 09:34 PM	#32
brett_day Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Moore, Oklahoma Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:45 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	by no means a $3000 to $5000 (lol it's only $500) it is still visually appealing. i love the way this Sony STR-DN1000 looks, incredibly sleek

06-29-2009, 09:40 PM	#33
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	Marantz SR6003 ~ $800

06-29-2009, 09:52 PM	#34
js666 Special Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NYC Home Theater Gallery:19 Trading Score:1	Next to the Arcam, everything else looks like a......receiver.

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