Posts by gdX

Depending on where you live, local Marantz authorized service can be very dodgy (the one in the SF Bay Area is unexpectedly crappy). On the other hand, a local CE repair shop in any number of towns can often quickly and economically fix...

Stick with the 5.1 setup, get a decent sub. Surround will add greatly to the 'wow' factor of the surprise gift. You can upgrade the fronts/center in the future. Speakers are critical, and bigger units bear discussion (sound attributes,...

Sounds like you're on your way. Is a DVD or BluRay player part of your plans? Also, even if cables are supplied (with new components), they will be ultra-cheap and need to be replaced. Needn't do it right this minute (though you will...

Quote: Originally Posted by Nicole102487 Im pretty sure Im going to buy this setup below... Energy CB10 pair Energy CC10 Energy CB5 pair Now I need to find a receiver and a sub Energy is an excellent choice. Check your other...

Quote: Originally Posted by rick240 For $300 you can get a refurbed Marantz sr4002. Good option, quality receiver. AC4L is a reliable vendor.

Quote: Originally Posted by rudolpht OK, This may sound heretical, but can the SC-09 be used only as an amp, i.e. use 9 or 10 channels in amp mode independently w/o additional processing? Sure. But that would be a mighty expensive...

Quote: Originally Posted by bdz1 My understanding was that any audio system requires a processor, whether standalone, part of a pre/pro, part of a receiver, etc. Isn't the processor what decodes the digital PCM input, runs it through a...

There are no killer bargains. Just negotiate a lousy 10-15% off at an authorized dealer and call it a day. Anything else is gambling.

Avoid Audiophile Liquidator. There are many complaints against them, which can be found with a quick search. As a matter of fact, Marantz identifies them as an UNauthorized retailer: http://www.monitoraudiousa.com/dealers/search

Quote: Originally Posted by Mashie Saldana What you save in price will be lost in international shipping and import duty. Also I would be surprised if you find any American shop that will accept a non American credit...