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ONKYO - What does the NR3009 give you over the NR818?

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#1 ·
Ive read and read and now my head hurts. Ive been out of the AVR game for a while and it's time to upgrade. Right now I'm liking the ONKYO line the most as I want something with the most current up to date features, power, SQ and is as "future proof" as the budget allows.


I wanted to cap the budget at $1000, but I'm curious, what does the 3009 get me over the 818?


I see it's a few more watts, but weighs quiet a bit more and has a much higher amp rating for max current draw...more powerful then the specs lead you to believe?


What other features make it worth the $350 street price increase?
 
#2 ·
Same here i've been researching between the 3009 and 818. So far the only difference between them really is the 3009 has SubEQ feature for dual subs, 9 channels vs 7 channels (818 can go to 9 with external amp) more power although close enough that it really won't make a difference. If you only plan to run 7 channels and don't mind using a SPL meter to level dual subs then the 818 seems to be the way to go. Although I think with the new announcement today for the new higher end Onkyos there might be some deep discounts on the 3009 in the next few weeks.
 
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