Denon AVR-590 or the Sony DH800? - Blu-ray Forum

PCFan · 12-08-2009, 12:31 AM

I'm looking for a new receiver. I only have 2 HDMI devices and so I think that 3 HDMI inputs is enough for me. I also want a receiver with 24fps support through HDMI as next year I might upgrade to a TV that does 1080p 24 fps. Does the Denon AVR-590 have a 1-2 second audio delay when it detects the proper audio format when starting a movie? I really don't want an audio delay that will make me miss the first 1-2 seconds of sound in a movie when starting to play it. Also how is the HDMI video quality on the Denon and the Sony? I will be using 2 speakers and a subwoofer.

dewd · 12-08-2009, 12:52 AM

Both will pass the video through - they will not influence the signal.

I would get the Denon simply for the Audyssey EQ. Plus Sony does not have the best reputation for receivers. IMO, the Denon is the better buy and better quality unit.

ak_ka · 12-08-2009, 05:45 PM

Between those 2, Denon definitely. cleaner sound, and is a much better brand for receivers than Sony.

PCFan · 12-09-2009, 02:45 AM

Well, I went with the Denon AVR-590.

dewd · 12-09-2009, 02:27 PM

Very nice. Let us know how you like it.

Fors* · 12-09-2009, 03:03 PM

We like pics.......

Mfc90125 · 02-23-2011, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by dewd

Both will pass the video through - they will not influence the signal.

I would get the Denon simply for the Audyssey EQ. Plus Sony does not have the best reputation for receivers. IMO, the Denon is the better buy and better quality unit.

I got the AVR-590 but cannot recommend it. I've had terrible problems configuring and fine-tuning the unit. The B&W menu is terrible and makes using a manual EQ virtually impossible - how can you make fine details without a graphic EQ is beyond me. There is apparently a nice AnyNet feature here that lets an AnyNet-capable TV communicate with the 590. Beyond that, it's been a real mess for me.

Just my thoughts - maybe I'll change my mind after configuring it properly..

Matt

cchunter · 02-27-2011, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Mfc90125

I got the AVR-590 but cannot recommend it. I've had terrible problems configuring and fine-tuning the unit. The B&W menu is terrible and makes using a manual EQ virtually impossible - how can you make fine details without a graphic EQ is beyond me. There is apparently a nice AnyNet feature here that lets an AnyNet-capable TV communicate with the 590. Beyond that, it's been a real mess for me.

Just my thoughts - maybe I'll change my mind after configuring it properly..

Matt

I bought the AVR-791 and absolutely love it. I was a big Yamaha fan before this but the Denon sound is so much cleaner. Have you checked Batpigs Denon manual out on the internet yet? It helped me greatly on setting up the receiver as the manual does suck bigtime. What kinda speakers are you running and do you have a subwoofer?

cchunter · 02-27-2011, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by PCFan

Well, I went with the Denon AVR-590.

nezff · 02-27-2011, 09:29 PM

onkyo! oops was that a choice?

Imamuppet · 02-28-2011, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by cchunter

I bought the AVR-791 and absolutely love it. I was a big Yamaha fan before this but the Denon sound is so much cleaner. Have you checked Batpigs Denon manual out on the internet yet? It helped me greatly on setting up the receiver as the manual does suck bigtime. What kinda speakers are you running and do you have a subwoofer?

I'll second the Batpig recommendation and I'd advise you to check out the Audyssey FAQ over at AVS. I have the 1910 and it sounds much better for music and movies with the Audyssey Multi and Dynamic EQ enabled.

Mfc90125 · 02-28-2011, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cchunter

I bought the AVR-791 and absolutely love it. I was a big Yamaha fan before this but the Denon sound is so much cleaner. Have you checked Batpigs Denon manual out on the internet yet? It helped me greatly on setting up the receiver as the manual does suck bigtime. What kinda speakers are you running and do you have a subwoofer?

I have a KLH 5.1 that I had with my old AIWA and they worked really well. The only reason why I haven't thrown this thing out into the street is because of Batpig. It really helped to keep my head from exploding. The speakers are not in the best position (they still need to be hung from the ceiling - I have the L&R by the TV and the Surrounds on the same wall. I know it's not the best set up but I ran this with the AIWA and had nothing near these troubles. I have pics of the set up on my profile.

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Originally Posted by Imamuppet

I'll second the Batpig recommendation and I'd advise you to check out the Audyssey FAQ over at AVS. I have the 1910 and it sounds much better for music and movies with the Audyssey Multi and Dynamic EQ enabled.

Besides this, I'm also having two other issues: I programmed my Sony BDP-s270 into the 590 remote, and all the buttons work except the 'enter' button. How am I supposed to select anything without the 'enter'? I tried all four settings, along with the analog DVD codes. The other issue deals with my pass-through when the receiver is on standby - each time I turn on the TV and just want to use my HTPC, the screen goes black and I have to re-select the unit to see it pop up on the screen.

Any thoughts on these? I'll check out the AVS forum - thanks for that muppet.

cchunter · 02-28-2011, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Mfc90125

I have a KLH 5.1 that I had with my old AIWA and they worked really well. The only reason why I haven't thrown this thing out into the street is because of Batpig. It really helped to keep my head from exploding. The speakers are not in the best position (they still need to be hung from the ceiling - I have the L&R by the TV and the Surrounds on the same wall. I know it's not the best set up but I ran this with the AIWA and had nothing near these troubles. I have pics of the set up on my profile.

Besides this, I'm also having two other issues: I programmed my Sony BDP-s270 into the 590 remote, and all the buttons work except the 'enter' button. How am I supposed to select anything without the 'enter'? I tried all four settings, along with the analog DVD codes. The other issue deals with my pass-through when the receiver is on standby - each time I turn on the TV and just want to use my HTPC, the screen goes black and I have to re-select the unit to see it pop up on the screen.

Any thoughts on these? I'll check out the AVS forum - thanks for that muppet.

Hmm i also have the Sony S270 and it programmed fine into my Denon remote, strange cuz the enter button works fine for me.

Mfc90125 · 03-01-2011, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by cchunter

Hmm i also have the Sony S270 and it programmed fine into my Denon remote, strange cuz the enter button works fine for me.

What code did you use?

cchunter · 03-01-2011, 11:20 PM

The first code Denon gave me for Sony Bluray players was the one that worked.

Canada · 03-25-2011, 05:32 AM

I would say the Denon.

12-08-2009, 12:31 AM	#1
PCFan Expert Member Member since:Oct 2008 Trading Score:202	Denon AVR-590 or the Sony DH800? I'm looking for a new receiver. I only have 2 HDMI devices and so I think that 3 HDMI inputs is enough for me. I also want a receiver with 24fps support through HDMI as next year I might upgrade to a TV that does 1080p 24 fps. Does the Denon AVR-590 have a 1-2 second audio delay when it detects the proper audio format when starting a movie? I really don't want an audio delay that will make me miss the first 1-2 seconds of sound in a movie when starting to play it. Also how is the HDMI video quality on the Denon and the Sony? I will be using 2 speakers and a subwoofer.

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12-08-2009, 12:52 AM	#2
dewd Active Member Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Mechanicsburg, PA Home Theater Gallery:13 Blu-ray collection:25	Both will pass the video through - they will not influence the signal. I would get the Denon simply for the Audyssey EQ. Plus Sony does not have the best reputation for receivers. IMO, the Denon is the better buy and better quality unit.

12-08-2009, 05:45 PM	#3
ak_ka Active Member Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:SoCal Home Theater Gallery:34	Between those 2, Denon definitely. cleaner sound, and is a much better brand for receivers than Sony.

12-09-2009, 02:45 AM	#4
PCFan Expert Member Member since:Oct 2008 Trading Score:202	Well, I went with the Denon AVR-590.

12-09-2009, 02:27 PM	#5
dewd Active Member Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Mechanicsburg, PA Home Theater Gallery:13 Blu-ray collection:25	Very nice. Let us know how you like it.

12-09-2009, 03:03 PM	#6
Fors* Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Pottstown, PA Home Theater Gallery:160 4K collection:12 Blu-ray collection:142 Trading Score:11	We like pics.......

02-27-2011, 09:29 PM	#10
nezff Banned Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Louisiana Home Theater Gallery:36 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:5	onkyo! oops was that a choice?

03-01-2011, 11:20 PM	#15
cchunter Member Member since:Feb 2011 Location:Wisconsin Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:249 DVD collection:8	The first code Denon gave me for Sony Bluray players was the one that worked.

03-25-2011, 05:32 AM	#16
Canada Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Victoria, BC Home Theater Gallery:17 4K collection:305 Blu-ray collection:1201 DVD collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:42	I would say the Denon.

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