Onkyo TX-SR705 vs Denon AVR-888: Between Onkyo TX-SR705 and Denon AVR-888,which one has better music and movie sounds?
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You can't go wrong with either of these. These were my top 2 contenders when I was building my home theater system about 9 months ago. I've been a huge of Denon gear (3 receivers over the last 15 years) which IMO has better build quality and slightly better sound than equivalent amps from Onkyo. However, I went with the Onkyo TX-705 because it offered more features for less money (at the time). In particular, the Onkyo has 3 HDMI inputs, more advanced audio decoding (irrelevant as that's handled by my PS3) and the setup and menus are much more user friendly (modern Denon systems are a nightmare in this regard). The 705 replaced a Denon 1605 (I think) and I believe I stepped up from 70w/channel to 100w; not surprisingly, and the Onkyo sounds noticeably better than the 5 year old Denon (of course, we ain't exactly comparing apples here). I have absolutely zero regrets on the Onkyo purchase and it's top quality performer and setup was easy. That said, right now Amazon has the AVR-888 for about 85 bucks less than the Onk, so if I were buying today, I 'd get the Denon. For either one of these, plan on upgrading to a decent universal remote control - the included remotes for both units are terrible.
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I just bought the speakers and paired them with Denon AVR-S500BT; awesome. The price is similar to Onkyo but Denon has the auto calibration tool. The setup is also very easy, just another option for you to consider.Either way, it should work.
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Hi, Onkyo support had us use 1141-0108-0400 firmware, I really hope it works for you, we still had interupted video signal. We even had our receiver looked at by a service tech. Unfortunately we have now been forced into a Denon model that actually is pretty great.
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Hello Paul, I purchased the Onkyo TX - 8050 as a gift for another. I do not know the answer to this question but, this is the website for owner manuals for Onkyo products: http://www.onkyousa.com/Downloads/manuals.php?source=globalnav Go down the webpage until you reach this model and click to open the manual. The answer may be in there for you. The model is about half way down the page. Or, go to the Onkyo website: http://www.onkyousa.com/?m=TX-8050&class=Receiver&p=i and click on SUPPORT. They have a Support Forum, How to videos, and Frequently Asked Questions that are answered. Best of luck.
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This might not be the answer you want since I have never heard either, but this Yamaha sounds better than the Bose wave iii , which I mentioned in my review. I also have a recent model Onkyo mini system, which sounds quite good, but the Yamaha beats it out also. I think the Yamaha is well worth the price!
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I have actually listened to both and I'd have to say the the denons I bit more powerfull with the amp turned on. The clarity is great and good quality product. At under 200 it's a steal.
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The 838 would operate in 5.1 channel plus one pair ceiling or height speakers when operating in Atmos. I have 9 speakers connected, upgraded to Atmos, and threw on the latest Transformers bluray recorded in Atmos....absolutely blew me away, made a decent movie amazing. Everyone who has heard the Atmos has been amazed, certainly seems to use all available speakers. Google onkyodolbyatmos.com for more info. I absolutely love this receiver, though I do not fully understand how it works....it really works.
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The Onkyo TX-NR626 is a great amp for all around use and is half price. Just set up a friend with this amp and they love it. I have the Onkyo TX-NR828 but is more money. I am sure the NR626 will do everything you need. You will not be disappointed.
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I read that about the Denon and ended up with the Onkyo 876 for $700 less. It's been rock solid for me and competes quite nicely with the 3808, depending on whether you can do without the internet radio feature. Denon has also had unhappy customers with this as well.
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I don't have the Onkyo 7030 but I ever owned an old Onkyo which just died after > 10 years. Personally I think Onkyo is better in details but I choose Yamaha because the convenience of USB port.
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I have a onkyo 905 system and wanted to know if this model has any advantage then the S350.My reciever has all the bells and whistles in it for decoding. But I am always hooked for the best and trying to see if 350 is same as 550 in my settings.Thanks
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I am wondering about the music quality using a HTiB system, I mean, for a $100 or so more, you can get an Onkyo TX SR608 & Energy 5.1 Take Classic speakers for around $600 or so total. I'm wondering if the A/V units are worth comparing...Have any of you made the purchase and what is the outcome? Thanks
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3. http://us.onkyo.com/Products/model.php?m=TX-NR717&class;=Receiver&source;=prodClass
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When I bought my original Onkyo TX-NR801, I paired it with a set of Polk RM-7200's and they were AMAZING... Would highly recommend Polk speakers...
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I don't have the Onkyo 7030 but I ever owned an old Onkyo which just died after &gt; 10 years. Personally I think Onkyo is better in details but I choose Yamaha because the convenience of USB port.
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http://www.avsforum.com/t/1409431/the-official-denon-avr-xx13-model-owners-thread-faq/3390#post_22646765
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I agree - the price fluctuations at Amazon on these Onkyo receivers make no sense to me. I have been watching the price on the 706 since December when it was $480 and have watched it fluctuate between $550 and $650 the last couple of months. I was waiting for it to come back down, but when it got to be about the same price as the 806 I started to pay attention to that price too. Both jumped in crazy increments from yesterday to today (the 706 went from $650 to $799 and the 806 went from $611 to $999). Meanwhile another Yamaha receiver I have been watching hasn't moved from $499 since December. Can anyone explain this? Is it Amazon or Onkyo that's driving this? What gives?