[rensy]

I'm decorating a condo that is ultra modern (very little furniture with very clean lines. Minimalist) look. I have a samsung 40 inch led lcd hung over a fireplace with orb audio speakers in Mod1/Mod2 center configuration. I am looking for a receiver to drive these. The homeowner has 0 tech savvyness so it doesn't have to be the best; just passable in terms of sound. It does, however, need to look amazing. The receiver will be on a glass stand next to the modern fireplace and it's one of the few pieces in the room so it needs to look unique almost art like. I like the look of the outlaw RR2150 stereo receiver but I need surround sound. What other companies are making receivers that look distinct and unique? Brushed steel is a plus but not absolutely necessary. Outlaw has some nice looking processor/amp combos (very retro modern) but they are out of the price range. Any ideas? I want to avoid the standard receiver look that everyone makes.

 

[Kurtla]

harmon kardon, like the 254 or 354 will do the trick. if its in my place is has to be uber clean and a good plus is that is sounds great. they are coming out with a new firmware update this week (just talked to them) that will correct a number of known issues

 

[MichaelJHuman]

NAD and Rotel tend to look a bit different than the Japanese models.


Note that some Japanese models also come with a silver rather than a black scheme.

 

[Charles R]



Quote:
Originally Posted by rensy /forum/post/16830905


Brushed steel is a plus but not absolutely necessary.

A lot of the Onkyo receivers come in silver... I just sold this one.

 

[mbyrnes]

What is your price range? Harmon/Kardon are very good looking for little money as suggested. When you get up to $1500 or more there are a ton of options.

 

[jettore]

Take a look at some of the Cambridge options.
http://www.cambridgeaudio.com/products.php

 

[dan711]

It sounds like he has a modern decor living area. I would look at the new Rotel line.

http://www.rotel.com/NA/products/Pro...ils.htm?Id=470