Comparing Denon Tuners to new


Hi folks.  I'm having a delema as to weather to update one of my Denon products.  Currently I have a Denon DRA-385 no remote in storage, a AVR-4800 no remote (trying to use sofabaton), and a AVR-2312CI.  The 4800 and 2312 are running 7.1 systems for movies and are occasionally used for music as well.  I am no audiofile pro.  I have always disliked the overly complicated set up with these older units. 

My main system, 2312, has been terrible when it comes to volume control for movies.  Setting the volume to able to hear the actors speaking makes the loud movie track (ie swelling music, explosions, action, etc.) WAY too loud.  So I sit there with my hand on the volume control, jockeying it up and down constantly through out the show.  I am running it through Defiinitive Tech. speakers all the way around except for the Velodine sub.

Considering purchasing a s760h from Costco ($400.00 with coupon)  to replace one or both.  I know I'd be replacing a medium to flagship unit with a entry level. The pros being, hopefully easier set up/operation, blue tooth and other options available now.  The cons being less power and possibly quality?  Any opinions are appreciated.

mtstereo

Showing 2 responses by fuzztone

If you dislike old "complication" buckle up for new.

You just need better centers and a compander, even the old Terk would help. And stick to dramas or comedies.

@akg_ca

Not any risk. Costco gives 90 days return any reason.

OP: hopes aside the only thing that is absolute is that Joe 6 pack brands like Denon are built cheaper as time rolls on.

IMHO they don't have to match. I've ESL mains and an Ascend ribbon center. Just make sure to set the proper level 

"By ear" worked out better than 'by mic."