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I have HD & plasma - recommendations on AVR

I now have a plasma TV and HD, so it's time to upgrade the AVR.

I'm currently using a Denon AVR 3300 and it struggles to drive my Hales T-5's in stereo, so I need at least 150 Watts per channel. It will split time between Home Theatre applications and two channel audio listening. My budget is in the $3K range. I'd like to buy used, as I think it will increase my options. However, it must be the latest technology to be compatible with my TV.

I'm looking at Parasound, B&K, Bryston and Arcam.

BTW - The Hitachi 55" plasma rocks!
dawgbyte

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reubent
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Dawg,

Bt "latest technology to be compatable with the TV", do you mean it must have HDMI switching?

HDMI swithcing is not necessary, but is a convenience and can offer multiple HDMI inputs if you have multiple HDMI compatable devices. However, in general only current generation AVRs will hve it, so you will pay a premium.

Otherwise, I can't think of any reason why you would have to have the latest technology. You might want to consider a high end unit that is a generation old as it would save you hundred or even thousands of dollars vs some of the latest offerings.

Enjoy,

TIC
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