I purchased the Marantz SR7000 on EBAY for $400 and have been very pleased (especially with music). I have had very good luck with buying used and Bstock and highly recommend it. There is a Marantz authorized dealer on EBAY that seems reputable. If I was going to buy another receiver I would either buy used on the GON or Bstock on EBAY. You just get more for your money.
Inexpensive HT Receiver - NAD vs Marantz
I am looking to buy a receiver this weekend ... I have recently purchased NHT ST-4 speakers, along with SC-1 center, SW10 sub, and SB-1 rear surrounds.
I am looking at either Marantz 7300 or NAD T752. Price is a constraint ... I can only spend around $700-$800. I will use the system probably 60% for stereo, 40% for tv.
I like the sound from both of the receivers, but have heard that the NAD will do a better job of powering the ST-4's (despite being rated at 80W as opposed to the Marantz 105W).
I also like the possibility of using the Marantz to do multi-zone, a feature lacking in the NAD T752.
So, what do you all have to say about these two products/brands ... any strong opinions about which product to buy? Thanks in advance for helping me with this decision.
-Ben
I am looking at either Marantz 7300 or NAD T752. Price is a constraint ... I can only spend around $700-$800. I will use the system probably 60% for stereo, 40% for tv.
I like the sound from both of the receivers, but have heard that the NAD will do a better job of powering the ST-4's (despite being rated at 80W as opposed to the Marantz 105W).
I also like the possibility of using the Marantz to do multi-zone, a feature lacking in the NAD T752.
So, what do you all have to say about these two products/brands ... any strong opinions about which product to buy? Thanks in advance for helping me with this decision.
-Ben