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Spin off: Recommend a good stereo receiver for me for around $400-$500
Posted on 11/15/24 at 8:38 am
Posted on 11/15/24 at 8:38 am
Apparently mine doesn't have what I need (HDMI 
) so I'll just buy a new one.
I will have two stereo speakers connected to it, TV, and record player. We also use the bluetooth a lot. Really don't need a ton of bells and whistles, but would prioritize reliability and ease of use (wife uses and is tech-retarded).
) so I'll just buy a new one. I will have two stereo speakers connected to it, TV, and record player. We also use the bluetooth a lot. Really don't need a ton of bells and whistles, but would prioritize reliability and ease of use (wife uses and is tech-retarded).
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Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:02 am to CatfishJohn
if you arent a techie, just go get the yamaha or denon from costco.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:56 am to notsince98
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if you arent a techie, just go get the yamaha or denon from costco.
OP this is the best advice you are going to get especially for that price range. Onkyo used to be good, but they have had issues the last few years. Their new stuff is supposed to be better, but i don't know anyone that has one.
Also, wait about a week or 2 when the Black Friday sales start. You can probably get something a little cheaper.
This post was edited on 11/15/24 at 10:07 am
Posted on 11/15/24 at 10:01 am to BigBinBR
Perfect, thanks guys.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 10:04 am to notsince98
Posted on 11/15/24 at 12:12 pm to CatfishJohn
Yes, it will do what you need.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 1:39 pm to CatfishJohn
If you do find a model you like (Denon, Yamaha, etc.), check accessories4less.com to see if you can get a refurbished one at a much lower price.
Posted on 11/16/24 at 8:07 am to CatfishJohn
Direct refurbs from the manufacturer is another cheap option.
Denon HEOS app works really well so that gets the nod over a Yamaha.
Denon HEOS app works really well so that gets the nod over a Yamaha.
Posted on 11/16/24 at 5:03 pm to CatfishJohn
Yamaha. Even their cheap stuff is still good.
I’d avoid buying at Costco. They seem like a dumping ground for iffy electronics.
I’d avoid buying at Costco. They seem like a dumping ground for iffy electronics.
Posted on 11/16/24 at 9:25 pm to CatfishJohn
Make sure it has a phono input - otherwise you'll need a separate phono pre-amp for your turntable. (not outrageously expensive, but more hassle)
Posted on 11/16/24 at 9:48 pm to Tempratt
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Yamaha. Even their cheap stuff is still good.
I’d avoid buying at Costco. They seem like a dumping ground for iffy electronics.
the costco versions from Yamaha and Denon are actually better than what you get from similar models elsewhere. They are usually Costco exclusive models that have some extra features that you can't get on similar priced models elsewhere and they have a better warranty.
Posted on 11/17/24 at 10:06 pm to CatfishJohn
Find a vintage Marantz . Stereos were better years ago when the speakers like furniture.
Posted on 11/18/24 at 6:49 am to CatfishJohn
I had an Integra for many years that worked fine but lacked some of the modern features. Read several reviews that liked the Onkyo - TX-NR6100, so I got one a few months ago from Amazon for $499.
I run my Roku and Firestick streaming devices through it to the TV and have 5.1 surround going. I've been very pleased with it so far. Easy to stream XM or Spotify from my phone through it, pretty straightforward controls, etc.
I run my Roku and Firestick streaming devices through it to the TV and have 5.1 surround going. I've been very pleased with it so far. Easy to stream XM or Spotify from my phone through it, pretty straightforward controls, etc.
Posted on 11/18/24 at 7:12 am to CatfishJohn
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Apparently mine doesn't have what I need (HDMI ) so I'll just buy a new one.
Are you trying to let the receiver handle your HDMI switching? I let my tv do that and just run an optical cable to the receiver.
Posted on 11/18/24 at 7:28 am to notsince98
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the costco versions from Yamaha and Denon are actually better than what you get from similar models elsewhere. They are usually Costco exclusive models that have some extra features that you can't get on similar priced models elsewhere and they have a better warranty.
The Costco Denon OP posted in this thread is just last year’s model (AVR-X1700H). That said, as far as I’m aware there aren’t many differences between the AVR-X1700H and the AVR-X1800H (current model). If I were in the market for a 1000-series Denon I’d certainly take the 1700H at that price.
Posted on 11/18/24 at 9:29 pm to lostinbr
Posted on 11/19/24 at 8:25 am to CatfishJohn
Check thrift stores. Might get lucky and find something used and cheap with the inputs you're looking for. Couple weeks ago I found a Denon x1400h for $20.
IMO there's no reason to spend $500 for features you don't need for a basic stereo system.
IMO there's no reason to spend $500 for features you don't need for a basic stereo system.
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