What 2 Channel Receiver would be a good choice?


I want to set up another system and the area that I have to work with does not allow me many options.
I want a 2 Channel Receiver? I will go with a universal player such as the Esoteric and a pair of book shelf speakers and let it go at that.
I have a HT set up on another level of our home and also my dedicated music room for my 2 channel stereo in another.
This system I want to put together would be in our family room and I will be putting a Sony Plasma also into it.
I do not need anymore then 2 Channel in this set up.
Are most receivers made today for HT? 5.1 or more ?
Your suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Dave
valleyplastic

Showing 2 responses by matt39

I find this subject interesting because I really like the practicality of a good receiver. The Krell is really good and there is one on audiogon right now for about $1900. I'm sure the Magnum is good too. If you want to save some money you might consider a Denon DRA-685 or a Yamaha RX-777. These retail for about 600 or about 300 used. The Denon has a very nice amp and tuner and both units have a lot of features. The Harmon Kardon stereo receivers have good amps but have less features than the Denon and Yamaha. Rotel used to make a stereo receiver but I don't know if they still do. If you can find one they are very good and cost less than 1,ooo. If you want to consider an HT unit for future possibilities with your plasma tv take a look at the Marantz line. They perform very well in stereo and in HT and if your family wants HT in the future you wouldn't have to buy a new unit. Harmon Kardon is a possibilty here too, but I like the Marantz better. Incidentally I believe these receivers can all handle a 4 ohm load but if you have speakers which are really hard to drive you would probably want to go with the Krell, Magnum or Rotel. Hope this helps.
I saw the current Rotel stereo receiver at a local dealer yesterday. It is the RX-1050 and retails for $800. Used it goes for 500-600. This is a nice looking unit with 100 wpc and remote. Also can power 2 sets of speakers. Just thought I'd let you know.