Yamaha RX-V1 vs Marantz SR-19

I have the RX-V1, have used it with several speaker sets, all in 5.1 config. I am not familiar with the Marantz or the Marantz house sound. I have found the RX-V1 to be pretty versatile, warm, and pretty musical in two channel. I have moved on to other gear that keep it for a second system, but still love it. I have tried it against some other THX rated gear, I don't place much credit in that rating.

Which speakers are you using? Are you using external amps or the RXV1's own amps?

??? any idea, guys???Please help me out. I can't decide which one i should buy.

Thanks for your response, Mt10425. I love the detailed and warm sound. The RX_V1 has a lot of features to compare with the marantz. However, the marantz is THX certified and the RX-V1 is not. Does the THX certified really mean that the device has better quality? Thanks for all response.

They sound very different. Only your ears can guide you. However,I owned the SR 19 and if I didn't want to move to seven channels, I'd have kept it. A B&K replaced it but I still miss the sweet Marantz sound of the SR 19.