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Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
Thanks for the responses!   1. Cabinet size  2. Sensitivity 3. Bass extension/impact....pick 2 (can’t have all 3) @deep_333 This is interesting. I assumed as cabinet size goes up bass extension goes lower and more impactful. Curious if that me... 
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
The Technics are rated to go down to 38hz, so spec wise, not too different. I'm pretty surprised that I am finding these speakers thin, based on reviews like these (https://www.audioholics.com/tower-speaker-reviews/jbl-hdi-3800) they should have r... 
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
I got these setup today with the vsx-14. The added detail is really nice! I am feeling like I'm missing low end I had with the Technics for some reason. I have the bass eq turned way up and the treble down and still seem to be a little overwhelmed... 
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
@sunshdw also got curious looking at the NAD 389 and Arcam SA30 after looking into dirac. Sounds like no sub output on SA30 for some reason though. Leading in the 389 direction at this point. @loomisjohnson That is a good point. Now that you ment... 
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
good value for a modest budget of ~$1000. What do you feel the next step up would be in terms of a price point that has noticeable differences in sound quality?  
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
It is a dedicated conservatively rated stereo all in one solution (integrated amp + streaming dac) that can deliver greater than 200W/channel Class AB into your speaker with enough current. The DAC implementation is good and Yamaha's Musiccast st... 
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
Thanks @deep_333 I'm looking into it! What would you say the strength of the R-N800A is?  
Pioneer Elite vsx-14 enough for hdi-3800? Alternatives?
Thanks for the responses! @mattmiller  Integrated amp with good power and excellent SQ! I am doing my best research to understand what exactly would indicate an amp I am looking at has good power an excellent SQ. Any recommendations on readi...