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Re: Denon AVR-4802 vs Rotel RSX-1065

Posted by williak (A) on January 9, 2003 at 13:01:06

In Reply to: Denon AVR-4802 vs Rotel RSX-1065 posted by Peter K on January 9, 2003 at 12:39:24:

Peter,

The sub-flagships are generally a losing proposition. They are priced way up there with their big brothers, yet don't have the features or model recognition (and therefore resale value) of the flagships. The 4802 is precisely in this predicament.

If you're not prepared to go flaship (at $2,500-$3,000), I'd recommend adopting a short-term "modified" separates strategy. Depending on your need for video up/side conversion, get either the Denon 3803 ($800-$900) or the previous model, the 3802 ($600-$700). Pair it up with nice 5-ch or 7-ch or 5+2-ch outboard amps and you shoud be good to go.

Actually, good to wait! When the nexgen porcessors arrive supporting digital interfaces to hirez audio, snap up the pre/pro or receiver of your choice. Hook up your amps and enjoy! Another nice benefit of this setup is it allows you to readily swap in pre/pros and receivers to evaluate their contribution to your overall HT.

As you see, careful selection of your amps is critical as you will be keeping them for the forseeable future. Make sure they match well with your speakers, can be accomodated in your racking and are triggerable (if needed). You also might consider whether they run hot, have clip indicators, balanced and RCA connectors, decent speakers posts, transferrable warrranties, etc., etc.

Good luck.

Austin

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