I have had an Integra 80.3 for several years in my hybrid 2-channel/surround system. I only use the Integra for surround music (streamed from Synology NAS via Oppo 103D via HDMI to the 80.3) and movies/TV.. The L-R output of the 80.3 is an input to my two channel pre-amp. I have been quite please with this setup as I have learned to rip SACDs and like streaming MCH DSD files. There are only a handful of surround preamps that decode DSD over HDMI (Integra, Marantz, etc)if that is important to you. I did not like what Audyssey did for room correction so I do not use it.I have been eyeing a Marantz AV8805 but the used Marantz prices stay pretty high compared to the Integra models.
INTEGRA DHC-80.3 Surround Processor
I'm a 2-channel music guy, who is about to take the plunge into his first surround rig.
Based on the feature set and functionality that I desire, my local dealer has steered me toward Integra's 80.3 processor for the hub of this sytem.
I have no experience with surround processors or Integra and am looking for some general feedback.
Are Integra's processors reliable? Good Performers? Easy to use? Priced fairly?
I realize that the 80.3 is brand new, replacing the 80.2.
I'd love to hear from current or past owners of the 80.2, or any of Integra's processors/receivers.
In this $2500+/- price point, is the Integra processor a good investment?
If you've had problems or found other brands to be a ***significantly*** higher value, please chime in.
If owning an Integra processor or surround receiver has been a good experience, I'd love to hear that too.
Thank you.
Based on the feature set and functionality that I desire, my local dealer has steered me toward Integra's 80.3 processor for the hub of this sytem.
I have no experience with surround processors or Integra and am looking for some general feedback.
Are Integra's processors reliable? Good Performers? Easy to use? Priced fairly?
I realize that the 80.3 is brand new, replacing the 80.2.
I'd love to hear from current or past owners of the 80.2, or any of Integra's processors/receivers.
In this $2500+/- price point, is the Integra processor a good investment?
If you've had problems or found other brands to be a ***significantly*** higher value, please chime in.
If owning an Integra processor or surround receiver has been a good experience, I'd love to hear that too.
Thank you.