Home Theater Help Needed

[Ecko]

I am trying to replace my home theater set up. I started with an Onkyo HT-R540 receiver that was a box system. I have since replaced the towers with Klipsch Icon WF35, Klipsch WF center (same as tower models), and Klipsch sub. I currently use the Onkyo surrounds but they will be next on the list.

I would like some help on buying a new receiver that will maximize my towers as i feel my setup is under powered. I would like to keep the system 5.1 or 5.2 as i currently only use that out of.my 7.1

 

[Lexkempo]

What's your budget?

I've got a 7.1 Klipsch myself... RF series from 2004

 

[Ecko]

I'd like to stay under 500 but will be happy to hear any suggestions.

 

[Lexkempo]

I'd like to stay under 500 but will be happy to hear any suggestions.

It's gonna be a little tough to buy new ... Look for some slightly used Marantz if you can .... 7000 series is a nice one ...

 

[IUSTEVE]

HT is a huge hobby of mine. I've built 2 dedicated theater rooms in our house and have many av receivers around the house. I will say that through my years i keep coming back to Denon. I am currently using 2 different models in a couple rooms and love them. They gave several models under that price point.

 

[Lexkempo]

HT is a huge hobby of mine. I've built 2 dedicated theater rooms in our house and have many av receivers around the house. I will say that through my years i keep coming back to Denon. I am currently using 2 different models in a couple rooms and love them. They gave several models under that price point.

I def. agree, I've had 3 so far... But a better receiver than the Onkyo for around 500$? Might be tough...

 

[IUSTEVE]

You can get a nice Denon for this budget no doubt. Top of the line? No. But still good. I also have an onkyo upstairs. My biggest complaint is their size and weight and the fact they have overheating issues.

 

[Ecko]

Do you have a model # I could take a look at?

 

[Lexkempo]

I'm guessing anything in the E series... If I needed one (and had the money) is get this tomorrow... http://www.bestbuy.com/site/denon-1...54&st=categoryid$pcmcat309300050002&cp=1&lp=2

 

[8J8]

Same situation here. Replacing an Onkyo box system piece by piece. Got a denon receiver a couple years ago and have been very happy with it. My other consideration was an entry level pioneer elite. I chose to go with a denon a couple steps above entry for about the same price and it's great.