Denon S102 vs Bose 321 --which is better? Hi --I just fried my generation I bose 3-2-1 that i bought used 4 1/2 years ago. For the price, I could get a used bose 321. Qn is which is better? Is this deal too good to be true and any comparison with sounds from bose and this one?Thanks,Raj Denon S102 vs Bose 321 --which is better? Hi --I just fried my generation I bose 3-2-1 that i bought used 4 1/2 years ago. For the price, I could get a used bose 321. Qn is which is... » Read More Denon S102 vs Bose 321 --which is better? Hi --I just fried my generation I bose 3-2-1 that i bought used 4 1/2 years ago. For the price, I could get a used bose 321. Qn is which is better? Is this deal too good to be true and any comparison with sounds from bose and this one?Thanks,Raj « Show Less
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My 2 cents - If you just fried up the Bose 3-2-1, just get a new receiver and you should be able to use the speakers in 3-2-1 mode. ORGo to BJ's or Samsclub. My local BJ's has a Bose 3-2-1 or an Bose 3-2-1 like system with Bose speakers and Onkyo receiver (2.1channel only), for 400 dollars.
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If size is a constraint, the Denon unit is very compact. I was able to squeeze the speakers next to the TV in the armoire. The speakers are very well shielded and there is no image distortion whatsoever. My wife likes that we can hide the entire Home Theater setup behind the doors. As to performance of the system, we could not be happier as both sound and image are both first rate.I'm not a Bose hater, but I do think their prices are inflated to cover their high marketing cost, hence from a cost:benefit standpoint, the S102 wins easily.
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Sony website just had the 350 for $150 yesterday, not having any fancy hookups (just using the sony front speakers) I can't justify the difference in cost. However, I appreciate the simple and clear reply given to the original question and will refer back to it when choosing a new BD player and sound setup. Espcially if trying to get more life out of our old (sony) receiver.From what I understand of the answer, if the setup is more modern, it would not make any difference which player.
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Beyerdynamic has raised their prices across the board on all their products earlier this year. So I would not bet on it since that is way below dealer cost. Your best bet is something used. Even refurbished/used is more then that a lot of times, but would get you closer on budget.
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Even though I haven't listened to both, I thought I'd reply anyway. I combed thru the net for reviews on both. There are many for the 10.1 and only a couple for the 10.2. None compared the two. Obviously, 10.2 will produce more bass, but I was afraid that larger woofer wouldn't handle the upper midrange as well. No review discussed that, so it's my own supposition. I bought the 10.1, and the bass is very solid and goes lower than I anticipated. Very happy with it. Hope this helps at least a little bit.
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this is the only ive tried , beside jbl , i reallly like the sound quality on bose but it is much expensier tan jbl, so it depends on budget
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Denon 1910. The audyssey on the new denons are the best @ $500.. set it and leave it alone.. Manual next to impossible to read but when u figure it out, WOW!!
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With the sale price on the Denon at $375, it's a no-brainer for me. I've alway been impressed with Denon's quality and features althought the remotes and manuals leave much to be desired. If you have the least bit of experience with AV electronics go with the Denon. It's simply a better built piece of equipment.
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I've had the PB1000 for a few weeks now. For listening to music, you probably want the SB1000. I liked that the PB1000 gets down to 20Hz comfortably, but since I listen to music more than watch movies on my setup, I'm considering returning it for the SB1000.I should point out that it will depend on what kind of speakers you are using it with. I'm using it with some Orb Audio satellites, and in-ceiling speakers. For music, I'm definitely missing some of the mid/low bass because of this configuration. If you have some solid towers with 8-10" drivers to fill in that part of the spectrum, you'd likely be very happy with the PB1000. I've had the PB1000 for a few weeks now. For listening to music, you probably want the SB1000. I liked that the PB1000 gets down to 20Hz comfortably, but since I listen to music more than watch movies on my setup, I'm considering returning it for the SB1000.I should point out that it will depend on what kind of speakers you are using it with. I'm using it with some Orb Audio satellites, and in-ceiling speakers. For music, I'm definitely missing some of the mid/low bass because of this configuration. If you have some solid towers with 8-10" drivers to fill in that part of... » Read More I've had the PB1000 for a few weeks now. For listening to music, you probably want the SB1000. I liked that the PB1000 gets down to 20Hz comfortably, but since I listen to music more than watch movies on my setup, I'm considering returning it for the SB1000.I should point out that it will depend on what kind of speakers you are using it with. I'm using it with some Orb Audio satellites, and in-ceiling speakers. For music, I'm definitely missing some of the mid/low bass because of this configuration. If you have some solid towers with 8-10" drivers to fill in that part of the spectrum, you'd likely be very happy with the PB1000. « Show Less
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The phiaton seems to have answered everything you would want. Noise canceling - not as comfortable as Bose , it has BT and most importantly for when you cant use BT you can use a mini jack cable. The devices charges with USB, I have mixed feelings on if I would have preferred a battery I could change as needed. The Bose is just a bad design which I am very surprised at I bet we see V2 some day with a complete redesign I cant imagine they are happy with this. Keep in mind I am wanted to like this, I like Bose products but even the mini Bose speaker has blue tooth problems now. I dont know what is going on there. The phiaton seems to have answered everything you would want. Noise canceling - not as comfortable as Bose , it has BT and most importantly for when you cant use BT you can use a mini jack cable. The devices charges with USB, I have mixed feelings on if I would have preferred a battery I could change as needed. The Bose is just a bad design which I am very surprised at I bet we see V2 some day with a complete redesign I cant imagine they are happy with this. Keep in mind I am wanted to like this, I like Bose products but even the mini Bose speaker has blue tooth problems now. I dont know... » Read More The phiaton seems to have answered everything you would want. Noise canceling - not as comfortable as Bose , it has BT and most importantly for when you cant use BT you can use a mini jack cable. The devices charges with USB, I have mixed feelings on if I would have preferred a battery I could change as needed. The Bose is just a bad design which I am very surprised at I bet we see V2 some day with a complete redesign I cant imagine they are happy with this. Keep in mind I am wanted to like this, I like Bose products but even the mini Bose speaker has blue tooth problems now. I dont know what is going on there. « Show Less
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I had a couple pair of S4's and they sounded really great. The S3's aren't as good and the S6's are too bassy. Someone stole my S4's and I am upset about that. I'm thinking about springing for another replacement pair. They matched well throughout my Mastering process in the studio. Someone can steal my S3's. haha
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I was in the market for a new AVR earlier this year. I bought a Sony locally on sale and returned it as I wasn't happy with the sound. I ran it side by side with an older Denon and just felt the Denon produced clearer, more natural sound with both movies and CDs I know well. Even though the Sony had the features I wanted, the sound quality just wasn't there to my ears and I bought a new Denon. If you can, take a CD you know well to a stereo shop and try a side by side comparason for yourself (with the same speakers or headphones.) You may find you prefer one or the other. After all, isn't the sound quality the most important attribute? I was in the market for a new AVR earlier this year. I bought a Sony locally on sale and returned it as I wasn't happy with the sound. I ran it side by side with an older Denon and just felt the Denon produced clearer, more natural sound with both movies and CDs I know well. Even though the Sony had the features I wanted, the sound quality just wasn't there to my ears and I bought a new Denon. If you can, take a CD you know well to a stereo shop and try a side by side comparason for yourself (with the same speakers or headphones.) You may find you prefer one or the other. After all, isn't... » Read More I was in the market for a new AVR earlier this year. I bought a Sony locally on sale and returned it as I wasn't happy with the sound. I ran it side by side with an older Denon and just felt the Denon produced clearer, more natural sound with both movies and CDs I know well. Even though the Sony had the features I wanted, the sound quality just wasn't there to my ears and I bought a new Denon. If you can, take a CD you know well to a stereo shop and try a side by side comparason for yourself (with the same speakers or headphones.) You may find you prefer one or the other. After all, isn't the sound quality the most important attribute? « Show Less
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You can't go wrong with either of these. These were my top 2 contenders when I was building my home theater system about 9 months ago. I've been a huge of Denon gear (3 receivers over the last 15 years) which IMO has better build quality and slightly better sound than equivalent amps from Onkyo. However, I went with the Onkyo TX-705 because it offered more features for less money (at the time). In particular, the Onkyo has 3 HDMI inputs, more advanced audio decoding (irrelevant as that's handled by my PS3) and the setup and menus are much more user friendly (modern Denon systems are a nightmare in this regard). The 705 replaced a Denon 1605 (I think) and I believe I stepped up from 70w/channel to 100w; not surprisingly, and the Onkyo sounds noticeably better than the 5 year old Denon (of course, we ain't exactly comparing apples here). I have absolutely zero regrets on the Onkyo purchase and it's top quality performer and setup was easy. That said, right now Amazon has the AVR-888 for about 85 bucks less than the Onk, so if I were buying today, I 'd get the Denon. For either one of these, plan on upgrading to a decent universal remote control - the included remotes for both units are terrible.
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I'd personally wouldn't go with Bose. You can do a lot better. Look into any of the energy 5.1 systems which will be cheaper and have far superior sound and build quality in the same size package. Or if you can swing an extra 200 look into the SVS prime satellite speaker 5.1 speaker package in black oak for $1000. With out a doubt the best bang for the buck under 1k
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I love Bose. I would say Electrohome is not quite the same quality as Bose, but you're also paying less than half the price for it.
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Keep in mind you are comparing a $200 speaker to a $60 speaker, but given that I think the Amazon speaker holds its own. I wouldn't pay the premium for the Bose. Unless you just hate your money.
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also consider tralucent 1+2 and tralucent Ref.1. I have had the 1+2 (with the gold cable) and must say, they where a bit more "airy" sounding, more dinamic, clear, at least so much details. The bass was perhaps better controlled. A pitty they broke twice. I'still waiting for a replacement.... Overal the listening experience with the 1+2 was overwhelmig.The Shure SE846 are very solid performer and listening with them is also addicting. The tralucent ref. 1 is the "upgrade" of the 1+2. There ist also a "uber-cable" (solid core) for the 1+2 and Ref. 1 (costs over 1000$). With this cable both would sound better... also consider tralucent 1+2 and tralucent Ref.1. I have had the 1+2 (with the gold cable) and must say, they where a bit more "airy" sounding, more dinamic, clear, at least so much details. The bass was perhaps better controlled. A pitty they broke twice. I'still waiting for a replacement.... Overal the listening experience with the 1+2 was overwhelmig.The Shure SE846 are very solid performer and listening with them is also addicting. The tralucent ref. 1 is the "upgrade" of the 1+2. There ist also a "uber-cable" (solid core) for the 1+2 and Ref. 1 (costs over... » Read More also consider tralucent 1+2 and tralucent Ref.1. I have had the 1+2 (with the gold cable) and must say, they where a bit more "airy" sounding, more dinamic, clear, at least so much details. The bass was perhaps better controlled. A pitty they broke twice. I'still waiting for a replacement.... Overal the listening experience with the 1+2 was overwhelmig.The Shure SE846 are very solid performer and listening with them is also addicting. The tralucent ref. 1 is the "upgrade" of the 1+2. There ist also a "uber-cable" (solid core) for the 1+2 and Ref. 1 (costs over 1000$). With this cable both would sound better... « Show Less
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Date 14 October 2009. Hey I am late in the game. Can still find the 876 online. My question too you is do you think the 876 power rating is accurate. Also looking at the 806. The 806 is maybe $300 to $400 dollars less. Do you think their is a big difference? It is 140x7 to 130x7 does it sound as close as it seems? Speakers are JBL Studio Series. Also like to watch movies in Dolby and my Denon 1082 which is 110x6 seems to run a little quiet on the center channel. Please give me your thoughts if you have time. Thank You.