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  1. W

    AVR with Room EQ and using external DAC

    I've been lurking for a couple of weeks now and thought I'd post. I'm finally upgrading my existing system. I listen to streaming music (classic rock and jazz) at moderate sound levels and some movies. I've been listening to music as an "audiophile-lite" for almost 50 years. I worked as a young...
  2. sarumbear

    Can an unused amplifier pair of Denon AVR-X3700H AVR be used to feed passive subwoofers? (Yes)

    I am considering upgrading a friend's AVR. As an entry level AVR Denon AVR-X3700H seems to be a good choice. The unit has nine amplifiers but my friend's setup is 5.2, hence there will be two redundant channels of amplification. My friend's subwoofers are passive. They are currently run through...
  3. The One Demon

    Best 8k AVR with at least 11.2/13.2 amplified channels?

    Hey guys, just wondering if any of the 8k AVRs stand out from the rest? AFAIK, there is the Denon 6700H and 8500HA, and the Marantz SR8015... Are there any others? If not, are there really any major differences between these AVRs? They are all Audyssey XT32, power handling they are the same...
  4. Wack Audio

    Best amp under 500$?

    Despite weeks of research I can’t seem to find an amplifier that majority of people agree is a worthy unit. I am looking for sound quality mainly, and will use Elac B5.2 along with a Dayton sub1200. I currently have a (2011) Denon AVR 591 home theater receiver. This was their base model amp back...
  5. N

    Mid/High end Receiver and Amplifier suggestions (Nadz vs Arcam vs Emotiva) etc

    Dear ASR, Long-time reader, first time posting. Some info: I am moving into a new home where a (4m width x 5m depth x 3.8m height) will be a dedicated room for home theatre (70%) and stereo music (30%). I am currently running a 7.2.4 setup with atmos with Kef R- series for speakers and SVS...
  6. ThatM1key

    My Predictions Of The Future AVR

    This is my predictions of the future AVR. Editing is not the best but get's the point down. The Front: No volume control knob. Volume is controlled by the TV (via eARC/ARC) and by the AVR remote. Power button is still here due to mainly emergency reasons and factory resets. Although the...
  7. S

    Entry-level AVR Recommendation for HIFI Noob?

    Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade my system with a new stereo receiver that is a little more reliable and future-proofed. At the moment my gear is the following (inherited the AVR and turntable from a family member): AVR: Sony STR-VX350 Speakers: Edifier P12 Turntable: Pioneer PL-518 In general...
  8. ThatM1key

    What is the best method to play back digital stereo music on an AVR?

    Like the title says, What is the best method to play back digital stereo music on an AVR? I used to be a major DSD & high-res freak but now I am perfectly happy with CD quality music. I have a Sony STR-DN1080, which I am fairly certain it can reproduce CD quality music well, Anything above CD...
  9. luft262

    Denon X3700H vs x4700H

    The Denon X3700H is about $1,500 and the Denon X4700H is about $2000. These AVRs represent the best of the budget I am willing to spend on my next AVR. As far as I can see the only differences are that the X4700H has DDSC, Clock Jitter Reducer, Alpha Processing, and 20 extra watts per channel...
  10. A

    Pioneer AVR vs Emotiva Pre/Amp

    HI I am new to the forum, but been a long time reader. I have an old pioneer vsx 820k 110W x 5 receiver that i am using to power a pair of tekton M lore's and a SVS sb 1000 pro sub for base. Listening to music and the occasional movie (2.1 Channels only) I was looking for an upgrade and was...
  11. R

    Parasound sound comparisons A21+ vs Zonemaster2350

    I just ordered 4 ohm Tekton double impact SE speakers and am trying to decide between Parasound A21+ vs Zonemaster2350. One is A/AB vs D Class. Also are there any current AVR that could measure up? Thanks everyone!!!!
  12. R

    Any issues when pairing Purifi or Hypex class D amps with home cinema AVR?

    I have asked to Amir what would be the ending SINAD when pairing the new Denon 3700H with a purifi amp. Please find below its disappointing answer: Well, I tried to test this scenario but failed completely. :( Hooking up the output of 3700 to Purifi using RCA to XLR adapter generated worse...
  13. xcomp666

    Denon X3700H or Marantz SR6015?

    Hey Guys! First of all. I really love this forum content. So, I am looking for a new AVR to replace my old's NR1506 that I bought 4 years ago. I am interested in the new 8k Denon/Marantz lineup but I would like to hear from you guys. What's your recommendation? Denon X3700H or Marantz SR6015...
  14. G

    Choosing between Denon AVRX4700H and Marantz SR7015. What should I get?

    I have an LG C9 OLED TV with KEF Q-750 towers, Q-650 center, Q150 rears, KUBE12 sub, and Onkyo410 Atmos. I plan on adding maybe 2 more 150 side speakers. I've borrowed my brothers Yamaha RXV579 last 2 months waiting for a receiver with HDMI 2.1 - anticipating PS5. Usage: 50% movies/sports...
  15. S

    AVR Speaker Impedance Selector

    Greetings! I've a question regarding modifying default speaker impedance on my AVR, Yamaha RX-V583. The thing is that US models have selector for 6 and 8 ohms, and I guess almost everybody would use them in 8 ohms position to allow higher voltage supply to an amplifier. The problem is that my...
  16. A

    How to tell it's a match or not. DAC output to AV Receiver

    I want to install external DAC between android media player (Zidoo Z9S) and my AV receiver (Marantz AV8801) since the AV receiver cannot play DSD file using USB storage. How to see if the output from external DAC is a match to pre-amp built in AV receiver? Zidoo to external DAC (plan to buy...
  17. T

    Help connect powered speakers to One Connect box

    Hello, I have a Samsung frame tv with a pair of powered Vue audiotechnik i-6a speakers. They have XLR out, loop, and auto power mode. The TV has a connection box called the One Connect box with optical or HDMI Arc audio output. My goal is to connect them but retain the volume control using...
  18. Berwhale

    REL Quake Subwoofer Advice

    I am planning to build a simple amplifier switch box so that I can easily connect both my Onkyo AVR and Onix 2 channel amp to my front speakers. I have a REL Quake subwoofer connected to the AVR via the LFE output. The Quake also has a High Level input which is designed to be connected to the...
  19. X

    2.1 Setup for Films & Music

    I enjoy films and music in Stereo (PC -> DAC -> Rotel Amp -> ATC SCM20). I am aware that in my current setup where surround is downmixed, I'm losing the LFE channel. Furthermore, I am not currently running any sort of room correction. Finally, my partner is tired of fiddling with the PC to watch...
  20. amirm

    A Deep Dive into HDMI Audio Performance

    Note: this is a slightly revised version of an article I wrote for the Widescreen Review Magazine. It was published in January 2014 I think. ----- A Deep Dive into HDMI Audio Performance Sometimes I feel that digital audio is the most misunderstood technology around. If I asked you how a TV...
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