do i need a receiver??????
888522
No, this is an all-in-one: a receiver, a disc player, an internet-connected device (for streaming Netflix, Hulu, etc.)
888523
No, the Blu-Ray players acts as the receiver. The speakers and subwoofer are wired and have special plugs that go right into the back of the Blu-Ray player
888524
No need for a receiver. This has everything build into it! All you need is a TV and you would have theater quality sound.
1201998
I agree with Mark, Sherwood makes a number of good inexpensive receivers... Check out Parts Express...
1935307
Definitely need a receiver for this sound system. It is a great system though once you get it up and running.
1427792
You don't need a receiver with this unit! It's self-amplified. Just plug it in to your TV via HDMI.Plug your other components in to the TV as well. At worst, you'll need to run a pair of RCA audio cables from the TV back to the audio input of the Sound Bar.Hope this helps
1980959
As far as I know you only need a sub out from the receiver to connect. Google the sub and your receiver for complete instructions. That's what I did to figure out how I needed to connect mine.
1185155
Like the other reply, yes, "but" you will need to buy some extra equipment. Especially if you have/want a MRV setup. I suggest googling your model of receiver and researching the different setup options and suggestions. I'm not going to point you to any particular website or company, I don't work for them and don't want to suggest someone or something that may not work for you. Hope this suggestion/advice helps.
789904
I did not I have an RF receiver.because my equipment is in a wood. IR you need nothing
63540
yes, i have one of my house receivers in my truck, you just need a standard (non hd) receiver. not the new swim receiver.
1321181
What I would do - is get an older receiver off of fleabay or crglst. But these will take up a lot of desk space. Once you get away from the top of the line models - some old stuff sells for quite cheap. One quick check on crglst for me locally gets - http://raleigh.craigslist.org/ele/4876097189.html
507442
most of our information was obtained from the net can't remember what site. What you need depends on what type of receiver you have. Sorry couldn't be of more help
1300684
No you do not need a receiver. The jbl is a receiver. But you do need hdmi cable or stereo coax to connect the tv to the jbl to get tv sound out of the jbl.
1123597
You will need a receiver to power the speakers. They are perfect for surround application .
22354
I am looking to buy this receiver and wanted to know the same thing. Did you ever get an answer?
1220270
Thanks for the info. I ordered the unit and have owned it for about a week now. Appears to be a very good receiver.
1340933
You don't need a receiver with this unit! It's self-amplified. Just plug it in to your TV via HDMI. Plug your other components in to the TV as well. At worst, you'll need to run a pair of RCA audio cables from the TV back to the audio input of the Sound Bar. Hope this helps
1537206
Check out Lindich "On Sound". He is syndicated in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette and the Minneapolis Star newspaper. He also has a blog with the same name. He rates both of these receivers with pros and cons.
1997536
You need EITHER a Receiver (if you want to have also Radio) OR an amplifier.