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Old 01-25-2011, 04:59 PM
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Audiogon eh? Really?
 
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Originally Posted by stuka
If that is all that you are willing to spend, you should buy used from audiogon.

Seriously.

I had a good budget when I put my system together. But if I had known about Audiogon, I would not have hesitated to buy stuff used there and get more bang for my buck.

I really set those limits as I'm not sure what is totally reasonable. I spent considerable money on the speakers so I don't want to do them an injustice buy using an inferior power source but at the same time I don't think going overboard is necessary. Will look into audiogon for sure.
 
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Denon truly is incredible value for the money and lasts forever
 
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I have owned a Denon receiver of some sort for the past 10-years. I love them.

The sound codec is amongst the best in the industry - as is their resolution upscaling.

You just can't go wrong with a Denon.

Hey, that rhymed!!
 
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Any particular models you guys have had good experiences with.

Jox I am not looking for names of females here.
 
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I'd look for a higher-end Denon used on Audiogon. It's a great site, and stuff on there is usually well cared for. Don't look around too long, or you'll blow your $1000 on speaker wire and nothing else.

Make sure you get enough HDMI inputs for your needs, and the Audyssey EQ. It really helps address room acoustics. Unless you're starting with a ground-up predesigned listening room, that's a really useful feature.
 
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Old 01-25-2011, 05:09 PM
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I currently have an AVR-3808CI.

I am certain that they have a new model that supersedes this.

Get the analogous model and you are golden.
 
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Here is an old CNET review for my unit.

http://reviews.cnet.com/Denon_AVR_38...-32553611.html

Looks like they do still sell it - about $1,500.

You could pick one up on Ebay in your price range I bet.
 

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Originally Posted by PMac
I always wished I had upgraded to the 4308. The features are worth it for the extra $500.

You can't miss with that unit.

Great suggestion PMac!
 


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