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12yr old NAD receiver or new?

My 12yr old NAD receiver recently broke and I am deciding whether it would be better to fix or buy new. i am thinking of buying something simple and inexpensive - like a Sony (gasp) because it has a low distortion ratio and I dont need all of the other inputs. my house is too small, as are my kids, to set up dolby surround and multiple speakers.

i want this mainly for music not dvds. am i better off getting the NAD fixed or is the sony good enough? Or if I want great sound, but don't need all of the additional inputs - what brand/model should I look to buy?

I would be happy to shell out a few hundred more bucks if I thought I was paying for improved quality and not additional inputs I won't use. what do you think?
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reubent
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I agree with Sean. However, if you really want something new, I could make a great recommendation.

The Sharp SD-EX111 is a small "all-in-one" executive type unit. It has a tuner and CD player built-in as well as a 2-channel "Digital Amplifier". The unit comes with a multifunction remote too.

The SHARP unit is really good, even considering the $499 MSRP. However, when it was on closeout for $79 at Overstocks.com, it became a true Deal of the Century.

Take a look at this long post on AudioCircle for some incredible comments. I own the unit and I pretty much agree with the folks that posted on AudioCircle.

http://www.audiocircle.com/circles/viewtopic.php?t=15694

These units are now sold out at Overstocks.com, but there may be some available somewhere else. I think this unit would still be a good value at more than double the $79 from Overstocks.com.

Enjoy,

TIC
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