[Lordoftherings]

The Onkyo TX-NR1007 can be had for only $999.

 

[Lordoftherings]

How does the 1007 compare to the 906? I noticed they were very similar. Also is there a reason Onkyo doesn't show the 900 series on their webpage?

The 1007 is the true replacement of the 805 (no HQV Reon here).

The new 3007 is the old 876.

* And the 5007 is more akin of the 906.

))) So, if you want to compare the 906, you'll have to look at the 3007 or 5007.
And these newer receivers are more full featured now (Pro Logic IIz & Audyssey DSX...).

--> Remember, only the 5007 has the toroidal transformer, like the 906.
And the 5007 improves his Dacs with the Burr-Brown PCM-1795 (192-khz/32-bit, times six).
The 5007 is truly a monster receiver (55.1 lbs, and max. power consumption of 12.8 Amperes).

*** But the 3007 also weights 55.1 lbs, and it's max. power consumption is 11.6 Amperes.
Also, the 3007 has the HQV Reon VX viseo processor. Dacs are the BB PCM-1796A times six.
But the main transformer (three in total) is not a toroidal.

~ Here are some interesting internal pictures of the 3007 (review):
@ http://www.area.dvd.de/hardware/2009/onkyo_txnr3007_1.shtml

~~ Preview of the 5007:
@ http://www.areadvd.de/hardware/2009/onkyo_txnr5007.shtml

~~~ And the 1007 (review):
@ http://www.areadvd.de/hardware/2009/onkyo_txnr1007_1.shtml

--> And by the way, the 1007 weights 51.8 lbs, and it's max. power consumption is 11.6 A (same as the 3007).
The Dacs are the BB PCM-1796A times six, and the video processor is the Faroudja Cinema, not as good as the HQV Reon, for sure. But if you don't need it (VP), then this becomes moot.

Hope this helps,
Bob

 

[Lordoftherings]

Hi Justin,

Between the 906 and the 1007 (by the way, both for about $999 each), I'll go with the 906, in a heart beat.

* And you're right, this is the heart of your system. Plus, it will last you a long time, even when you'll upgrade your speakers. :T

** If you don't have much interest in Audyssey DSX, the 906 is a no-brainer.
And it might be more receiver than what you really need, but who cares, at the price. :bigsmile:

Cheers,
Bob

 

[Lordoftherings]

Honestly I don't see my self replacing the receiver that often. I can't say for sure since this is my first receiver but I usually keep things until they die. Yes a $500 receiver will do just fine with the speakers I am getting but the features I want are only in the more expensive models.

And what are those features, may I ask you?

 

[Lordoftherings]

^ fftopic2: ^

Hey Justin (OP), since you live in a condo, you don't need to spend $1,000 on a receiver with your SVS MTS speaker system.

1. I think this is all you really need: http://www.accessories4less.com/mak...r607-7.2-channel-Homr-Theater-Receiver/1.html

2. Or this one is a nice too (more money though): http://www.accessories4less.com/mak...ruehd-/-Dtshd-Master-Audio-Av-Receiver/1.html

* The #1 option is an excellent value, and will do just fine in your condo.
The #2 option is also excellent, with a refined sound, and will look exceptionally examplar in your condo.

Cheers,
Bob

 

[Lordoftherings]

1. About an Emotiva XPA-2 (they're on sale right now), matched with an Onkyo TX-SR706 or a Marantz SR6003?

* When you say Processor, you mean on the Video side or Audio side?
2. If you meant both, then the TX-SR876 is the one. Mate this with the XPA-3 for a dynamite system (always good to give your three front speakers the same power from the same amp for a better overall balance and homogenity from the front soundfield).

3. Or about the new Pre/Pro from Emotiva coming soon, plus the XPA-5, also on sale.

As you can see, you have many options here. And your budget to consider, plus your room dimensions and listening habits.

 

[Lordoftherings]

Bob - I meant both. Yes, I am specifically looking at buying the Emotiva XPA-3. Just trying to determine the best match for it. I had come to the same conclusion regarding the TX-SR876, I was just hoping to find the same sort of audio and video processing power in a unit with less power output.

Sort of like having a dedicated amp for power, I was looking for a dedicated unit for A/V processing. The 876 is great, but it comes bundled with a bazillion watts per channel that I don't really need.

But you do need it to power the rest of your speakers. Nothing's wrong with having too much power than not enough, right?

I own the 876, and I like it a lot. If you get the Emotiva XPA-3 with it, you'll be in heaven. :bigsmile:

Cheers,
Bob

 

[Lordoftherings]

Hi Justin,

Marshall is absolutely right, you can easily get a very inexpensive separate Music streamer (does the Roku at only $79 does that?).

* And from my knowledge, the cheapest receiver to do that is the Onkyo TX-NR807, which have Network features with its Ethernet port. It is selling for only $699 at Accessories4Less. Or check here at The Shack for price and warranty, plus you get excellent service from the staff.

Cheers,
Bob

 

[Lordoftherings]

I know everyone here likes Onkyo lines but how do you guys feel about the Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K?

That's a fine receiver. Marantz have some very good deals at Accessories4less, and it is a very fine brand too. Same for Onkyo. Denon is excellent also, same as Yamaha, Harman Kardon, Pioneer and few others.

Check these out:

1. Marantz SR6001 receiver, regular $1,200, now for only $350 (that's 71% off!)
@ http://www.accessories4less.com/mak...-100w-X-7ch-Hdmi-Home-Theater-Surround/1.html
* With HDMI version 1.2, you'll be able to benefit from the new high res. audio codecs, through LPCM, without any loss.

2. Or this Onkyo TX-SR606, regular $600, now for $300 (50% off)
@ http://www.accessories4less.com/mak...-90w-X-7ch-Hdmi-theater-Receiver-Black/1.html
* This one has the internal decoders for the newer high res. audio codecs.