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Extremely n00b question(s)

661 Views 4 Replies 3 Participants Last post by OppoPX14, Jul 22, 2009

pookguy88

Discussion Starter · Jul 22, 2009

Hi there,

I'm new to the HT game and I want to get a decent receiver. Here's my situation, I'm only going to have 2 front speakers, possibly a center speaker and a sub. Do I need 5.1,6.1,7.1 etc. receivers for this or can I get away with a stereo receiver? I'll be doing a lot of movie watching but I can live without the surround sound.

Any advice? I want to stay within the $500 budget for the receiver, thanks!

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MichaelJHuman

· #2 · Jul 22, 2009

Stereo receivers don't have the proper decoders, and don't (generally) have bass management for a sub. And of course, they won't have a center channel output, which you said you would like.

Stereo receivers are not a bargain in any case. AV receivers outsell them, and you know how economy of scale works.

What you want is an AV receiver with sufficient inputs for your needs. I personally avoid the most budget of models, as they make the more compromised on the power supply.

$500 should get you a nice receiver.

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pookguy88

Discussion Starter · #3 · Jul 22, 2009

Thanks Michael

what are some good units for $500?

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MichaelJHuman

· #4 · Jul 22, 2009

Not my strong suite, sorry. Onkyo, Harmon Kardon, and Pioneer come to mind. Yamaha is ok I guess - I am a bit dissapointed in the RX-V665 when compared to last years equivalent. The RX-V765 looks better - it depends on what you need to connect to it.

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