Looking to purchase a new Reciever and I need some help!


Hello all,
I recently upgraded my B&W 685 S2 and HTM61 S1 to B&W 705 S2 with a HTM 72 S2. Quite a substantial upgrade and I absolutely LOVE the speakers. That being said I believe I'm losing some audio quality/performance through my receiver.
I am currently using a Denon AVR-1300.

-I'm looking for a receiver that provides the absolute best audio quality; primarily seeking music quality but the speakers/reciever will also be for movies/tv.-I'd like something that EVENTUALLY can sufficiently power a set of towers like the 702 S2's. Once I relocate to a bigger home I'll more than likely upgrade again-Budget somewhere between $400-$1400 (and I would consider buying used/refurbished/open box)
How does everyone feel about the new Yamaha RX-A 80? I don't believe I'll have a need for wireless speaker capability though.
Cheers and thank you all.
128x128chrispoore

Showing 1 response by bthartman

Another option is to find a good 2 channel integrated amp within your budget that has HT Bypass.  Generally speaking, at that price point you'll get much better music reproduction with a 2 channel amp than with a HT receiver.  Connect your AVR's pre-outs (or zone 2 outs) to the HT Bypass input for the integrated, and use the integrated for music.  There's lots of great integrated amps in your price range, with features depending on your preferences.