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Post by Porscheguy on Nov 27, 2010 10:35:08 GMT -5
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Post by geebo on Nov 27, 2010 10:40:32 GMT -5
I went and voted this morning. We all should do our duty here...
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Post by Porscheguy on Nov 27, 2010 10:42:37 GMT -5
I went and voted this morning. We all should do our duty here... I hope you voted conservative :-) |
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Post by DYohn on Nov 27, 2010 10:50:31 GMT -5
I went and voted this morning. We all should do our duty here... I hope you voted conservative :-) I hope you voted liberal. ;D |
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Post by geebo on Nov 27, 2010 10:58:57 GMT -5
I hope you voted conservative :-) I hope you voted liberal. ;D I voted multi channel... |
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Post by Porscheguy on Nov 27, 2010 11:05:49 GMT -5
I hope you voted conservative :-) I hope you voted liberal. ;D You left coaster.... :-) |
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Post by ny1pr2009 on Nov 27, 2010 11:08:27 GMT -5
I voted as well. My opinion is that I will always choose a Processor and Multichannel Amplifier over any Receiver at any time. That's why I purchased last this month my Onkyo PR-SC5508 Processor and its matchng Onkyo PA-MC5500 Class A/B 9 Channel Amplifier which replaced my Pioneer Elite SC-07 Receiver and my Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier.
As good as many High End Receivers may be they will never "Outperfomed" a High End Processor and Amplifier. I have owned many High End Receivers but when it comes to Separates nothing beats them.
Remember that two of the main reasons why people buy a receiver over separates is because,
1. No space to place a Processor and Amplifier in their cabinet or Audio rack.
2. Cost. It cost more to buy a Processor and Amplifier that it will cost to purchase just a Receiver with both amplification and processing all in one box.
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Post by gearhead303 on Nov 27, 2010 11:40:53 GMT -5
I did my part, I voted the best I could with the restraints they put in the answers. I have a UMC-1 with two UPA-2's biamping my towers and a xpa-5 my center and surrounds. Happy holidays everyone!
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Post by Porscheguy on Nov 27, 2010 11:42:30 GMT -5
I voted as well. My opinion is that I will always choose a Processor and Multichannel Amplifier over any Receiver at any time. That's why I purchased last this month my Onkyo PR-SC5508 Processor and its matchng Onkyo PA-MC5500 Class A/B 9 Channel Amplifier which replaced my Pioneer Elite SC-07 Receiver and my Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier. As good as many High End Receivers may be they will never "Outperfomed" a High End Processor and Amplifier. I have owned many High End Receivers but when it comes to Separates nothing beats them. Remember that two of the main reasons why people buy a receiver over separates is because, 1. No space to place a Processor and Amplifier in their cabinet or Audio rack. 2. Cost. It cost more to buy a Processor and Amplifier that it will cost to purchase just a Receiver with both amplification and processing all in one box. 3. Stupidity.... But I will say that everyone is looking for something different out of something. For instance I love cars and spend a lot on them for the best in performance, fit and finish and style. But I have friends who could care less about a car as it means little to them. One of my buds drives a 2001 Toyota Camry......... But he has a $165,000 airplane......... : ) |
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Post by LCSeminole on Nov 27, 2010 12:16:15 GMT -5
I hope you voted conservative :-) I hope you voted liberal. ;D Dare I say I voted Independent(ly).  |
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Post by klinemj on Nov 27, 2010 12:18:10 GMT -5
Regardless of the reasons some want integrated options, it is good to know that the idea of separates is winning (currently 62/38) over any integrated option!
And to build on porscheguy's #3...maybe it is not stupidity but instead ignorance. Many people simply don't know that they can even get separates - mainly because where the places they shop (Best Buy and the like...) offer only integrated units. So - that's all they think exists and they "want" it - not knowing there are options.
I say this because some folks I know and love look at my system and get totally confused..."what's that part? and what's that part? and that one....?" What seems obvious to me is really a new world to them. I just explain it in the simplest possible terms and then they seem to "get it".
Mark
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Post by oscartheclimber on Nov 27, 2010 12:35:21 GMT -5
The moment you buy any multi-use machine you are compromising on something. True separates should include a dedicated 2-channel system (if you listen to music).
Without a dedicated HT room I doubt that $2K to $3k+ of separates would significantly improve the TV/movie experience for me. Based on that I would say that a good receiver and a decent 2-channel system will provide more bang for the buck. YMMV
Of course if money was no object ............
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Post by monkumonku on Nov 27, 2010 12:42:34 GMT -5
They didn't have any button to vote for Bose so I abstained.  |
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Post by SticknStones on Nov 27, 2010 13:17:07 GMT -5
I voted Republican and looks like were winning too!  |
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Post by moodyman on Nov 27, 2010 13:30:45 GMT -5
That's why I purchased last this month my Onkyo PR-SC5508 Processor and its matchng Onkyo PA-MC5500 Class A/B 9 Channel Amplifier which replaced my Pioneer Elite SC-07 Receiver and my Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier. I didn't even know Onkyo made amps... |
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Post by djoel on Nov 27, 2010 16:41:57 GMT -5
I voted other AVR w/ Amps and a 2ch with HT bypass...I guess there aren't many of us other : (
Djoel
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Post by NorthStar on Nov 27, 2010 17:02:35 GMT -5
I voted Acoustic Live Music, without any electronics at all! |
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Post by ny1pr2009 on Nov 27, 2010 17:51:10 GMT -5
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Post by SticknStones on Nov 27, 2010 18:57:21 GMT -5
Roadrunner and other long time separates audio enthusiasts, I think the Onkyo products look great and I have noticed on many occasion other separate components that have been replaced by Emotiva where Dyohn had Sunfire before the UMC and other examples where I am impressed to see Emotiva in such good standing with you all. It really reinforces my decision to go separate and with the Emotiva line. Good stuff for sure. |
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Post by Lonnie on Nov 27, 2010 21:24:49 GMT -5
Just a question here, it looks like the amp has an impedance switch on it. Is this correct?
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