pioneer 1019 Vs Denon 1910
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According to pioneer manual power is min 90W per channel with 8ohm measurered from 20-20kHz with .2%THD. By that token the total power consumption should be 90X7=630W but power consumption according to manul is 350W. How can tolal output power could be more than input power? I have old sony receiver which is weak in center and real channel power. So I wanted to make sure that is not the case with pioneer too. Denon states power consumption in Amps, 5.5A at 120V = 660W and this no is nearly equal to total output power 90*7. I dont know how pioneer distributes the power of 350W across various channels. have you OR anybody out there has heard and compared the two systems. OR Does it really matters if pioneer does not have 90*7 = 630W because what are the chance that sound is outputed from all the channels at the same time with same intensity. I do like the pioneer feature of ipod connectivity with included cable and play back of my camera images from the USB. Denon does not have the USB feature and for I pod you have to spend $ 100 more atleast.
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Both sound great. In my opinion the HK sounds slightly better. The power output difference is not what it seams (90w vs 75w), I'd wager if properly tested they are equal in power or the HK actually has a little more. HK is very conservative in their watt ratings and push higher amps than most. The HK seams to match well with the warm sound I like and my Paradigm speakers (older models w/ silk tweeters). The HK will be easier to set up if you don't have much experience. The Denon has more surround processing modes that you may or may not like. Sound is very subjective and depends on your room acoustics, your speakers, and most importantly your preferences. If you are using a Blu ray player that bitstreams the new uncompressed surround formats (Dolby Digital HD, DTS Master Audio), then they will both decode them for you. If you use a PS3 remember that it can't bitstream these HD audio formats, but must decode them internally and send them via LPCM. If you need a good speaker set check out the Energy Take Five Classics sold on Amazon for less than $600 last I checked. You are going to be happy with either unit. Good luck! ps. The included iPod dock with the HK is a really nice free addition if you have an iPod. If I had chosen the Denon, I would have bought their model dock eventually.
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You may get more features & a better built but it doesn't give better sound & picture. I have the pioneer reference BDP-09FD at $2,500.00 and it now has problems playing new blu-ray discs. I purchased a $89.00 Sony in May of 2014 and it had just the same great picture & sound that the pioneer has,however i needed to return the Sony because it also had problems playing some blu-ray discs by freezing & the player turning itself off!? At this time no new firmware were available for these players. I'm done with blu-ray!
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I have 2 Pioneer PLX-1000's and they fit and sound perfect! You will love them!
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Dear E. Thanks for your inquiry. The X series of Denon receivers offers and upgraded Audyssey setup, a longer warranty, and other features that are designed for more custom installations. The same is true for comparing the AVRS900 and the AVRX1100. The AVRS900 has a few more inputs but does not have the upgraded Audyssey, the longer warranty and the detachable power cord. Please let me know if I can be of any additional assistance. Regards, Eric Cohen World Wide Stereo
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Dear AA,Klipsch are a very efficient speaker and your Denon should work just fine.Eric C.World Wide Stereo
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The P143 Infinity are decent for surround, but nothing more. I'm not familiar with the Pioneer for comparison. I have the Infinity P153 for my surround, and they are a much better speaker than the P143 (4 inch) for usually just a little more in cost.
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thanks, now I'm not concerned anymore to have Pioneer next to my plasma. I was considered Sony too, are they really bad comparing to Pioneer?Thank you
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Denon does not have plII dsp modes. It runs quite less hotter. It has assignable triggers rather than only a second zone trigger. In my case, I wanted a dc trigger for my main zone sub to turn it off and on remotely, otherwise it won't turn off for 15 minutes. Onkyo didn't have a main zone trigger. Onkyo runs EXTREMELY HOT, but is perfectly safe. Onkyo has easier networking setup (for noobies). Onkyo's customer service is quite easier to deal with when calling in. Denon's denonlink has some flaws many will encounter. Onkyo's power supply is bigger, allowing for more headroom and depth, but most people not very audiophile will notice at all. SO far, these are the only real comparisons that are worth thinking about, the rest are most likely things you won't use. If you're an audio guy and will be running most everything straight to your hd tv for video and let the receiver handle the audio via optical out of the tv, then I highly recommend onkyo for the big $$$ savings and still the same if not better audio performance, isnt that what you are buying it for?!?!? LOL. If you are foolishly looking for a non flagship receiver to have the best of both, you will not be able to beat a good tv video chip in deinterlacing or video performance with a non flagship reciever. Only flagship recivers costing plenty more include top of the line video processing, such as a yamaha z7 (running a couple grand of curse). That receiver had a perfect video test score with all benchmark tests and ridiculous audio performance close to denon's flagship combo (about $10,000 with the processor and amp).
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I've never used the pioneer, I've always been a kenwood fan, but I do suggest getting the new DNN991 over last years model.
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I've owned both. The pioneer is smaller and not as heavy. I prefer the pioneer.
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Onkyo has a couple lines that are really nice for fairly cheap (comparatively, of course). You have the TX-NR5XX series which are really good intro receivers. The TX-NR8XX series will get you closer to your $1k limit but worth the price. Pretty much anything Denon will get you at a good spot. You can even find some decent Harmon Kardon pieces for under $1k if you shop around. Personally I am not a fan of Yamaha or Pioneer but that is a personal preference as I know several who have had great success with those manufacturers too but YMMV. Hope you find something that fits your needs!
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Does the Audyssey Dynamic Volume work for keeping commercials from overpowering shows? I am in the same boat as you i'm looking to purchase an av receiver and have it narrowed down to three any help would be great. I use the receiver for music tv and blue ray. I'm trying to decide between the Onkyo 507 the pioneer vsx-819 and the denon avr-589. I see that people seem to prefer the onkyo's whats the deal with that?
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I would suggest a receiver that is close to a 1000 wt range. These speakers are great in a 5.1 or 7.1 system. Pioneer receivers are more expensivebut they are better in my opinion.
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I was wondering the same thing. I am thinking about buying the the 1019 and now I came accross the VSX-9049 and right now the difference is only around $20 in Amazon.
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I know you can't send a digital sourced signal to zone 2 or three with the onkyo, don't know about the Denon. I have the Onkyo after looking at the Denon and could't justify the price difference since I didn't need internet radio. I'm really happy, I have no need of zone 2 or 3.
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The setup takes some study but when you take the time, it's easy to use. My last receiver was a Pioneer from the 60s and this one is not like that one. Don't lose the manual ! I think you're right about the factory settings. The set will shut down if you have any problems with the speaker connections. It's a good feature, but the manual doesn't warn you about that. The Pioneer website FAQ helped me fix it. I was about to throw out my good old Advents. Take your time with the owner's manual.