Which AV amp to match my MA Radius??

[sta99y]

Hi all, I'm now looking to update my Yamaha RX-v2400 to a more modern amp which is competent of HD Audio codecs and plenty of HDMI inputs as my amp ha none and tv only three :-(

My short list is

Onkyo 609/609

Pioneer 920/921

Denon 1911/1912

Yamaha 667/671

All will be 2nd hand ,

Many tha thanks

 

[bigboss]

Of your list, I would go for (in order of preference):

1) Yamaha

2) Denon

3) Onkyo

 

[Frank Harvey]

While the receivers you've listed will be more up to date as far as features and audio decoding are concerned, I think you may find a drop in amplification quality. I would look more towards the Yamaha RXA1067, Pioneer LX55, Onkyo TXNR818, and Denon AVR3312.

 

[Haleem123]

Yeah I agree definately audition the yamaha rxa1067, absolutely stunning for what you get price wise, regards to the other amps listed i couldnt tell you as i have not used or listened to the amps.

 

[bigboss]

While the receivers you've listed will be more up to date as far as features and audio decoding are concerned, I think you may find a drop in amplification quality. I would look more towards the Yamaha RXA1067, Pioneer LX55, Onkyo TXNR818, and Denon AVR3312.

Agreed. But wouldn't it be Denon 2312, or Yamaha 2067? The 1067 & 3312 are in different classes.

 

[Frank Harvey]

Sorry, I actually meant RXA1010. Any of those will be much better than the £400/500 receivers with the Radius speakers. Most of the receivers I've listed are around the £1k mark rrp (a more capable price point), but obviously some might be available for less - probably the AVR3312 is the better deal around at the moment.

 

[Anonymous]

Totally agree with the reccomendations for the slightly beefier Yamaha's. Currently using a RX-A1010 to run my Radius 225 HD and it's a great match (replaced an Onkyo TX-SR876)

John Anderson - Audiovisual Online

 

[MUSICRAFT]

Hi all, I'm now looking to update my Yamaha RX-v2400 to a more modern amp which is competent of HD Audio codecs and plenty of HDMI inputs as my amp ha none and tv only three :-(

My short list is

Onkyo 609/609

Pioneer 920/921

Denon 1911/1912

Yamaha 667/671

All will be 2nd hand ,

Many tha thanks

Hi sta99y

How many HDMI inputs do you want?

All the best

Rick @ Musicraft

 

[sta99y]

Thanks all, a minimum of 4 HDMI, my speakers are not the HD series, I think my amplification is great, its just so blimming messy having 4 HDMI cables, a component cable a digital cable and a Thor HDMI splitter all in trunking. I know I should go with the more expensive yamahas which was my 1st choice but funds are tight. The 671 I can get for £249 with 2yr warranty. This is surely a steal is it not??

Id love the Yamaha 1067 or newer models but out of my price range unfortunately! unless a link to a 1067 for a reasonable sum can be submitted.

Thanks for all your replies. Really appreciate it.

Darrell

 

[bigboss]

Depends on what your priorities are. Going from RX-V2400 to RX-V671 will actually be a downgrade in terms of sonic quality. Definitely demo prior to purchase to ensure you're happy with it.

 

[bigboss]

What's the top end of your budget by the way?

 

[sta99y]

BB top end mate is £500 max as £180 spent lately on sub!!

I get what ppl say about sonic performance but the bluray decoding is fine but calibration etc... can be a pain in the backside! A HD Amp surely could be on par with what I have in my budget??

 

[MUSICRAFT]

Hi Darrell

If you're still happy to consider used/discontinued AV amplification then i'll highly recommend that you look out for Yamaha's RX-V3800 AV receiver. The RX-V3800 has four HDMI inputs and HD decoding however i would also say that just as importantly the RX-V3800 will form an excellent tonal match with your speakers. The RX-V3800's overall quality of power and performance will be also be a worthwhile upgrade over the already impressive RX-V2400.

The RX-V3800 is worth seeking out and (hopefully not) but worth the wait

http://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio-visual/av-receivers-amps/rx/rx-v3800_black__u/?mode=model

All the best

Rick @ Musicraft

 

[bigboss]

Worth bidding on:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-RX-V1067-/320904414035?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_HomeAudioHiFi_Amplifiers&hash=item4ab764c353#ht_1262wt_922

 

[sta99y]

Well I found a used 3800 for £379 + £20 delivery @ Cash converters!! Sold!!

I shall keep looking,

BB I looked at this and thought nice shame it's £40 delivery!! Scandalous !!

 

[bigboss]

This is your best choice currently at your budget:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-RX-A810-Aventage-Home-Cinema-AV-Receiver-RXA810-/230782798010?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_Video_HomeCinemaSystems&hash=item35bbba08ba#ht_1709wt_1065

 

[sta99y]

How about this

http://www.hifi-forsale.co.uk/moreinfo.php?prod_title=Onkyo_TX-SR875&p=avreceiver&prod_id=3762&offset=0

 

[sta99y]

Hi all, on a 2nd hand site that sells Hifi4sale I noticed a Onkyo TX-SR875, £340 is that up to scratch??

Also on the dock of the bay i have seen

Onkyo TX-SR806 £349 or best offer

Onkyo TX-NR807 £349

Omkyo TX-SR707 £299 or best offer

any good??

Darrell

 

[bigboss]

Hi all, on a 2nd hand site that sells Hifi4sale I noticed a Onkyo TX-SR875, £340 is that up to scratch??

Also on the dock of the bay i have seen

Onkyo TX-SR806 £349 or best offer

Onkyo TX-NR807 £349

The 807 is a successor of 806 & a newer generation than 875. Of the 3, obviously 807 will be my choice.

They're certainly much more accomplished than the Yamaha 671 & should pair your speakers very well.

Bear in mind that Onkyos run hot (I mean really hot) so make sure there's plenty of space for ventilation.

 

[sta99y]

Yes I have read many articles saying they need plenty of ventilation, in my unit I have 3 inches at the sides and probably 12 inches above, also in this space I have 5 x 3inch holes cut out to allow circulation.

Pc fans could keep such a unit cooler if they were silent running.

Cheers BB

 

[Anonymous]

Hey I have the Radius R90HD for the front left and right and the 225hd for the centre.

I also bought the Pioneer 921, and I think its great, but feel the HD series is begging for more power.

I was going to sell my SC-LX72 but now thinking of selling my 921 and keeping the 72. once my onkyo 818 arrives.

Hope that helps

 

[Frank Harvey]

Your sig needs updating Canada...

 

[sta99y]

Your sig needs updating Canada...

+1 lol