Is there something better that I can get for around $200-$250 or should I get tha Onkyo TX-DS787?
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Is an Onkyo TX-DS787 my best option?
Hi, I am going to upgrade my receiver. I currently have an old Technics receiver from 1995. It has 4 channels. Front Left, Front Right, Center, and Rear (rear being 1 channel). Anyways, I want a 5.1, 6.1, or 7.1 receiver. I am able to buy a used Onkyo TX-DS787 from a family member. It is in great condition, and nothing is wrong with it. We have not settled on a price but I think it will be around $200-$250. My question is, is this my best option in my budget price range? I can't go over $300 due to my WAF (actually $300 would be pushing it). Is there something better for me in this price range? I do not need HDMI as my 57" Rear projection HDTV only has component ins and outs. I will use it mainly for movies and a little bit of music. It is a small living room that this will be in. I currently have a pair of Cerwin Vega RE-25's, a JBL N1 CC speaker, and rear Paradigm Titans. Here are some specs of the Onkyo. Let me know your thoughts and thanks in advance!
Key Features
Type Receiver
Number of Channels 6.1 Channels
Stereo Mode Power 100 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.08%
Surround Mode Power 100 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.08%
Surround Sound Dolby Digital® • DTS® • THX EX®
THX Certification Select
DSP
DSP Modes Enhanced • Mono Movie
Inputs / Outputs
Rear Input Connectors RCA (2 Audio Channels) x 7 • Digital Coaxial x 2 • Digital Optical x 2 • Composite (Video) x 4 • S-Video x 4 • Component x 2
Rear Output Connectors Digital Optical x 1 • Composite (Video) x 3 • S-Video x 3 • Component x 1
Front A/V Connections Composite x 1 • Couple RCA Jack x 1 • Headphones x 1 • S-Video x 1
Surround Analog Inputs 7.1 Channels x 1
Preamp Outputs 7.1 Channels
Convenience
Number of Zones 2
Speaker Impedance 6 Ohm
Tuner Presets 40 Channels
Tone Controls Bass & Treble
On Screen Display With OSD
Remote Control
Remote Control Type Learning
Illuminated Remote Illuminated
Design Keypad with Display
Dimensions
Width 17.13 in.
Depth 17.81 in.
Height 6.88 in.
Weight 36.6 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 2 Years
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories AA Batteries x 2 • AM Loop Antenna • FM Wire Antenna • Remote Control
Power Consumption 440 Watt
MPN tx-ds787refurb
Product ID 7630
Release Date October, 2000
Key Features
Type Receiver
Number of Channels 6.1 Channels
Stereo Mode Power 100 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.08%
Surround Mode Power 100 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.08%
Surround Sound Dolby Digital® • DTS® • THX EX®
THX Certification Select
DSP
DSP Modes Enhanced • Mono Movie
Inputs / Outputs
Rear Input Connectors RCA (2 Audio Channels) x 7 • Digital Coaxial x 2 • Digital Optical x 2 • Composite (Video) x 4 • S-Video x 4 • Component x 2
Rear Output Connectors Digital Optical x 1 • Composite (Video) x 3 • S-Video x 3 • Component x 1
Front A/V Connections Composite x 1 • Couple RCA Jack x 1 • Headphones x 1 • S-Video x 1
Surround Analog Inputs 7.1 Channels x 1
Preamp Outputs 7.1 Channels
Convenience
Number of Zones 2
Speaker Impedance 6 Ohm
Tuner Presets 40 Channels
Tone Controls Bass & Treble
On Screen Display With OSD
Remote Control
Remote Control Type Learning
Illuminated Remote Illuminated
Design Keypad with Display
Dimensions
Width 17.13 in.
Depth 17.81 in.
Height 6.88 in.
Weight 36.6 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 2 Years
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories AA Batteries x 2 • AM Loop Antenna • FM Wire Antenna • Remote Control
Power Consumption 440 Watt
MPN tx-ds787refurb
Product ID 7630
Release Date October, 2000
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Even though it is an older model I do not think you can do much better for the amount you want to spend. Onkyo makes very good receivers.
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Check out Onkyo tx-sr504s from J&R. It is $230 shipped.
http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4103629
| Originally Posted by bennyk Is there something better that I can get for around $200-$250 or should I get tha Onkyo TX-DS787? Thanks! |
http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4103629
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What does this do that the DS787 doesnt do or what is better on this model than the TX-DS787? Thanks!
| Originally Posted by axs Check out Onkyo tx-sr504s from J&R. It is $230 shipped. http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=4103629 |
What does this do that the DS787 doesnt do or what is better on this model than the TX-DS787? Thanks!
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Here is a few I can think of:
SR504 is 7.1 receiver compared to 6.1 on tx-ds787
SR504 supports decoding of more Dolby and DTS formats (
DTS, DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix 6.1, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II , Dolby ProLogic IIx , Dolby Digital EX)
I think DACs (digital to analog converter) are also better (192 kHz/24-Bit)
It has more input/output connections.
Also since this will be new, you will be covered under warranty, if anything goes wrong.
| Originally Posted by bennyk What does this do that the DS787 doesnt do or what is better on this model than the TX-DS787? Thanks! |
SR504 is 7.1 receiver compared to 6.1 on tx-ds787
SR504 supports decoding of more Dolby and DTS formats (
DTS, DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix 6.1, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II , Dolby ProLogic IIx , Dolby Digital EX)
I think DACs (digital to analog converter) are also better (192 kHz/24-Bit)
It has more input/output connections.
Also since this will be new, you will be covered under warranty, if anything goes wrong.
Very good points! Thanks for the info. Now I need to think harder on what to do... I was pretty set on the 787 but the points you brought up with the Onkyo TX-SR504 makes me wonder if the SR504 is a better option for me.....
The 787 is older but more likely more powerful than the 504. It's 36lbs and probably has a more robust power supply. The 504 weighs just under 21 lbs.
So your tradeoff would be the newer features of the 504 vs the THX Certification and more powerful 787. But since the 787 doesn't even have Dolby Pro Logic II, I'd go for the 504.
You might be able to find the refurbished 603X in your price range too. It's got a little more power some added features over the 504.
So your tradeoff would be the newer features of the 504 vs the THX Certification and more powerful 787. But since the 787 doesn't even have Dolby Pro Logic II, I'd go for the 504.
You might be able to find the refurbished 603X in your price range too. It's got a little more power some added features over the 504.
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