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cheapest ever 5.1 receiver for my friend, $200 possible?

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PhilJ

is there one to avoid?

thanks

Phil

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My A/V system CANNOT reproduce music - jedrider 17:28:27 06/22/14 (2)
but for watching videos, it is A-OK!
- RE: My A/V system CANNOT reproduce music - cloudwalker 21:54:51 06/22/14 (1)
  5.1 and 7.1 receivers can all be set to 2 channels for music AND most DVD players can also play CD's
  - I should have said MUSIC then and not 'music' nt - jedrider 14:33:10 06/24/14 (0)
RE: cheapest ever 5.1 receiver for my friend, $200 possible? - cloudwalker 12:38:41 06/21/14 (1)
What is wrong with used? I got a nice Yamaha RX V100 for $93 at Goodwill ($1,000 new) It is unbelievable to me. No HDMI, but who needs that (Component cables for video and a coax cable for audio). This receiver is awesome. And I got a remote too. Save your money for good speakers (I use a Pinnacle center, Paradigm fronts, Mission rears and a 12" Definitive Tech sub)
- RE: cheapest ever 5.1 receiver for my friend, $200 possible? - cloudwalker 12:50:22 06/21/14 (0)
  I meant a Yamaha RX V1500...
If I had to choose... - Alex F. 16:46:11 03/05/14 (3)
i would likely purchase a new Yamaha RX-V375 from Amazon for $199.95 with free shipping.

This discussion got me looking at bottom-basement AV receivers. I am impressed with the features available at such a low price (my first receiver, a bare-bones Marantz purchased while in high school in 1970, cost me $112).

I have read reviews, owner comments, and user manuals to find out what I would prefer. I examined Yamaha, Denon, Pioneer, Harman/Kardon, Sherwood, Sony, and Onkyo (Marantz was priced too high). My two finalists were the Yamaha RX-V375 and the Denon AVR-E200 ($249 with free shipping from Amazon or $170 refurbished, plus shipping, from Accessories4less).

The British magazine What Hi-Fi said the Yamaha is the best receiver in its price class (see review in link below). Their praise for its sound quality, for me, is what gives it an edge over the Denon. I also prefer the Yamaha's speaker connectors for the main front channels, its larger volume readout on the front panel, and additional source inputs. The Yamaha is very impressive for only $199.95.
- http://www.whathifi.com/review/yamaha-rx-v375 (Open in New Window)
- WhatHiFi is a decent mag so I told him to buy the Yamaha - PhilJ 12:41:26 03/07/14 (2)
  thanks again
  - RE: WhatHiFi is a decent mag so I told him to buy the Yamaha - Alex F. 15:58:24 03/07/14 (1)
    You're welcome.
    
    Hopefully the Yamaha RX-V375 performs as well as stated in the magazine review.
    
    If you can, let us know some time if your friend is happy with the receiver.
    - RE: WhatHiFi is a decent mag so I told him to buy the Yamaha - DavidLD 08:22:04 03/09/14 (0)
      I find it interesting too that there are all these solid choices of the different brands for about $200. I think the Yamaha was a good option. Let us know how this works out. Some of the more expensive units may be pricier mostly becausethey are overloaded with features you might not ever need or use. THe power output of the Yamaha is certainly more than adequate even for a large room.
lots of choices one at $169 - DavidLD 14:46:18 03/04/14 (3)
Take your pick
http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-VSX-522-K-5-Channel-Receiver-iPhone/dp/B007L8Q75G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1393972971&sr=8-2&keywords=pioneer+5.1+receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V375-Channel-Theater-Receiver/dp/B00B981F38/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1393973074&sr=8-13&keywords=pioneer+5.1+receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Sherwood-RD-5405-Receiver-Switching-Stereo/dp/B0038C5FWA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393973156&sr=8-1&keywords=sherwood+5.1+receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E200-Channel-Through-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OW6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1393973203&sr=8-2&keywords=denon+5.1+receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-STR-DH540-Channel-Receiver-Black/dp/B00BHC7ZT4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393973294&sr=8-1&keywords=sony+5.1+receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR313-Channel-Theater-Receiver/dp/B0077V8930/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1393973343&sr=8-3&keywords=sony+5.1+receiver

All of these look like nice units. I have an older Pioneer, but in this group I sorta like the Yamaha or maybe the Sony.

No shortage of choices!
- I am amazed at the choices, I wonder how much sound difference there is - PhilJ 16:56:32 03/04/14 (1)
  probably best to buy based on features and company past history
  
  I see my buddy thur and will pass this on
  
  thanks!
  - RE: I am amazed at the choices, I wonder how much sound difference there is - DavidLD 09:32:42 03/05/14 (0)
    THere are small differences in features and setup, which would require some careful study. I have an inexpensive Pioneer that I bought several years ago, and I like that a lot. On a completely different system I have an inexpensive Sony, and I like that a lot oo, butthe two units are set up very differently. The Pioneer by far is the more complex, and it has more features. But the Sony sounds really really sweet.
    
    THe companies that make these units are all quite solid.
    
    David
- hmmmm - DavidLD 14:53:34 03/04/14 (0)
  http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavr1312/denon-avr-1312-5.1-channel-a/v-home-theater-receiver/1.html
For that price you'll have a lack of features, lower power - Road Warrior 13:55:34 02/28/14 (9)
sad aesthetics, but if you buy from a major manufacturer you should still get a receiver that adequately performs the job for which it's intended. Case in point, I bought my son the cheapest Sherwood ( <$200) made 6 years ago. It's still doing the job and very nicely at that. Best friend just bought an inexpensive Yamaha ( <$300) and it sounds fine as well.
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"I'd like to own a squadron of tanks"
- Sherwood or Yamaha, thanks! - PhilJ 15:25:35 02/28/14 (8)
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  - Quite a few 5.1 Sherwoods at Amazon under $200 Phil - Road Warrior 00:12:31 03/01/14 (5)
    And Alex has a good point, Accessories For Less has brand name gear, refurb'd, at great prices. You just want to make sure that refurb'd receiver is warranteed
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    "I'd like to own a squadron of tanks"
    - Good place to start (Open in New Window)
    - thanks RW, my buddy mentioned Denon which I have not heard much of lately and I just have no idea what is best - PhilJ 07:51:35 03/01/14 (4)
      at this price range. I imagine there is not a heck of a lot of difference but it seems like the Sherwoods have a nice selection under $200 (pretty amazing really)
      
      Also I know it can be important to know what to avoid just so you do not get a real dog...
      - We have 2 Denons here. Don't know that they have much of a selection under $200^ - Road Warrior 08:35:54 03/02/14 (3)
        
        In Reply to: RE: thanks RW, my buddy mentioned Denon which I have not heard much of lately and I just have no idea what is best posted by PhilJ on March 01, 2014 at 07:51:35
        
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        "I'd like to own a squadron of tanks"
        
        Today they have three Denons priced under $170 (nt) - Alex F. 13:28:49 03/02/14 (2)
        
        In Reply to: RE: We have 2 Denons here. Don't know that they have much of a selection under $200^ posted by Road Warrior on March 02, 2014 at 08:35:54
        
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        Uh Oh, more options for Phil^ - Road Warrior 15:44:10 03/02/14 (1)
        
        In Reply to: RE: Today they have three Denons priced under $170 (nt) posted by Alex F. on March 02, 2014 at 13:28:49
        
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        "I'd like to own a squadron of tanks"
        
        thanks guys I appreciate both of your help - PhilJ 15:59:49 03/02/14 (0)
        
        In Reply to: RE: Uh Oh, more options for Phil^ posted by Road Warrior on March 02, 2014 at 15:44:10
        
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  - Consider Accessories4less - Alex F. 17:36:44 02/28/14 (1)
    They sell current and discontinued AV receivers that are refurbished. Many are deeply discounted and thus offer more features and power output than new units sold at or near retail. See the link below.
    
    The Denon and Yamaha receivers there look tempting. Based on quite a few posts on the 'net about HDMI boards failing, I would avoid Onkyo's AV receivers at present.
    
    As with any store, check the company's return and shipping cost policies.
    - http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/category/AVRece (Open in New Window)
    - I will certainly pass this along to my friend, interesting response thanks! - PhilJ 07:53:15 03/01/14 (0)
      possbily quite useful...

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