This receiver has only 50W per channel. Sony STR-DN1040 costs the same but has 165W per channel. Does it mean Sony will sound better than NR1403?
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No, watts don't equate to sounding better. Best to go to a best buy with a magnolia so you can hear different speakers and amps before you buy.
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There's more to good sound than wattage. The Sony may indeed sound better, but not because it has more watts.
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I use pioneer SC1323 at 160watts per channel, you should look for something with a bi-amp. You can also use another amplifier with the pre-out inputs on the receiver. I would recommend pioneer. All receivers push between 100 to the 160 watts I use. These speakers can handle 400peak RMS. This doesn't mean they are using the peak RMS rating all the time. So you want to match these with the max RMS rating for 8ohm speakers. You want to Amazon can also walk you through setup when you get your receiver from their fulfillment center. They offer free support. But you should talk to someone who does home audio equipment setup for the rest. I use pioneer SC1323 at 160watts per channel, you should look for something with a bi-amp. You can also use another amplifier with the pre-out inputs on the receiver. I would recommend pioneer. All receivers push between 100 to the 160 watts I use. These speakers can handle 400peak RMS. This doesn't mean they are using the peak RMS rating all the time. So you want to match these with the max RMS rating for 8ohm speakers. You want to Amazon can also walk you through setup when you get your receiver from their fulfillment center. They offer free support. But you should talk to someone who... » Read More I use pioneer SC1323 at 160watts per channel, you should look for something with a bi-amp. You can also use another amplifier with the pre-out inputs on the receiver. I would recommend pioneer. All receivers push between 100 to the 160 watts I use. These speakers can handle 400peak RMS. This doesn't mean they are using the peak RMS rating all the time. So you want to match these with the max RMS rating for 8ohm speakers. You want to Amazon can also walk you through setup when you get your receiver from their fulfillment center. They offer free support. But you should talk to someone who does home audio equipment setup for the rest. « Show Less
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I remember when I researched this boombox before purchasing it, that there were 2 different units for sale - both with the SAME model # but with different power ratings (the more powerful was 10 watts per channel, I believe the other was 6 watts per channel). Not sure why - but perhaps they were manufactured in different years ? I would just made sure you are getting the unit that is 10wpc. I would also make sure your supplier includes the power cord adapter plug(this product was originally built for the Asian market and needs an adapter to plug into North American electrical outlets).
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Finally I bought the denon receiver 3808i and is working fine with the Sony XBR4. No problem at all.
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150. The receiver will need speaker with RMS wattage that handle 150 W RMS per channel.
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I think you can find a better receiver for less than you'll pay for this one, do your research. I'm not very happy with the performace and the pirce I paid for it at the time, guess should done my homework and a leson learn for me. good luck.
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I'll start by saying comparisons are relative - meaning most products have features/functions that some others wont. It's all about what's important to you and what feature/fuction your willing to sacrifice at a given price point. So, in a general sense, it's hard to comment on how it compares with the Pioneer Elite models you mentioned beyond the published specs. But since you asked specifically about the D3 amplification, I'll assume you are talking about power output. The TX-NR727 is rated at 110W per channel and is rated for 4 ohm speakers. The SC71 will go up to 180W at that impedance. What does that mean when you're sitting on your couch watching/playing the a new release? Just that the volume at which your ear drums blow out is lower with the SC71. Seriously, it just depends on how important amplification is to you. For my application, I have a 20x20 media room with 150W wall mount bookshelf speakers for the front, center, surround, and rears with a 12" subwoofer. Even when nobody is home and I'm cranking the volume up for a PS game or watching a battle scene in a movie, I don't think I've ever gotten close to needing 110W. You're application may vary, but I hope you get my point - look beyond the number on the spec sheet and consider how it applies to your intended use. Hope that helps.
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Denon AVR-#### 4 numbers in the model number or Onkyo. Your center channel speaker should set max power output you are looking for in an amp. 50 watts from either brand drive them great
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Well, I'm not an expert but I did some research to buy this excellent center channel to a Denon receiver (3313CI). As far as I understand, you need to check the nominal impedance of the speaker and compare with your receiver (the receiver spec will give you the range of impedance accepted). Besides that, this speaker handles up to 200 watts of power (it's powerful). So, you'll need to check the receiver spec also and compare. In my opinion, the receiver must deliver at least 100 watts up to 150 watts to be well fitted. If you get a receiver that delivers less than 100 watts, you can try to find another center channel less powerful (something like 150 watts max). That's it!! I hope it will be helpful! Well, I'm not an expert but I did some research to buy this excellent center channel to a Denon receiver (3313CI). As far as I understand, you need to check the nominal impedance of the speaker and compare with your receiver (the receiver spec will give you the range of impedance accepted). Besides that, this speaker handles up to 200 watts of power (it's powerful). So, you'll need to check the receiver spec also and compare. In my opinion, the receiver must deliver at least 100 watts up to 150 watts to be well fitted. If you get a receiver that delivers less than 100 watts, you can try to... » Read More Well, I'm not an expert but I did some research to buy this excellent center channel to a Denon receiver (3313CI). As far as I understand, you need to check the nominal impedance of the speaker and compare with your receiver (the receiver spec will give you the range of impedance accepted). Besides that, this speaker handles up to 200 watts of power (it's powerful). So, you'll need to check the receiver spec also and compare. In my opinion, the receiver must deliver at least 100 watts up to 150 watts to be well fitted. If you get a receiver that delivers less than 100 watts, you can try to find another center channel less powerful (something like 150 watts max). That's it!! I hope it will be helpful! « Show Less
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This receiver is listed at outputting 145W per speaker ( http://store.sony.com/7.2-channel-4k-a-v-receiver-zid27-STRDH740/cat-27-catid-All-Speakers-and-Stereo-Components) and so will not cause your speakers to fry. The sub outs are pre-amp signals, so your subwoofers need to be self powered. Using 6 speakers and those strong subs, you will have a 1820W system. The only things you might destroy are your eardrums and relationships with the neighbors.
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Hi William, the menu interface of the Sony STRDN850 Stereo Receiver is not as the sophisticated as the PS3 menu screen. It's using basic GUI or graphic user interface. -Vincent
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I just compared the two via Denon's site. Unless you plan on setting up multiple speaker setups, then there's really no point to getting the 4810. Everything else is the same except for the zone outputs (7.1 compared to 9.3) and the 4810 has 140 watts per channel while the 4310 has 130 watts per channel. If you're getting a receiver just for a single room and one set of speakers, then go for the 4310.
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I have recently purchased a new receiver and found that higher priced ones will have a phono input. There are preamps that can used - reviews of the lower priced ones left me skeptical about quality and frequency response, so I decided to spend the money on the receiver. (Denon 3313)
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I have mine connected to a Harmon Kardon I bought in 1978 and recently had repaired. The HK claims 40 watts per channel but I am told Harmon Kardon is conservative. I believe that. The speakers produce plenty of sound without much throttle on the HK.
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I currently have them plugged into the Sony STR-DE697 no problems. I was looking to upgrade to Onkyo or Yamaha, but the new Sony network receivers look great at the price.
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I have the RTI4 and RTIA3 and love them both. I think the RTIA3's require a more capable receiver to power them which may explain why 3rdGen thought they didn't sound as good. I have mine biamped with the Denon 3808 and they sound spectacular. There are times when I listen to them thinking I couldn't possibly imagine a better sounding speaker for the kind of music I mostly listen to, which is minimal electro.
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The Sony STR-DH130 two-channel receiver is a great buy and will easily drive this speaker. Preferable to the Sherwood, in my opinion. The Lepai is the way to go for something truly cheap, but you need to purchase a different wallwart (power supply) than the wimpy 2A model which comes with it, and though it is rated at 20wpc (impossible for it to do with the included wallwart - order one about 5A), the distortion gets really high really fast beyond about 10wpc. Also, it's long-term reliability may be suspect. If you can stretch your budget just a little, the Sony is the best value receiver.