Home Audio

[zal]

Time to upgrade the home receiver to a new one.
Who or where do you trust in Edmonton to buy or deal with.
For chits and giggles, brands that you have or looking at.
Right now I have a Pioneer sc-61. Definitely not high end, but she’s 10 years old and time to move to the garage.

 

[lilduke]

Im looking at ugrading my integrated amplfier as well. I have Yamaha, probably going to get another Yamaha.

Looking at the AS1200. It is 2 channel, so not for home theater. Its about 4g, its one of Yamaha\s better 2channel amps, but not the most expensive one either. Its not a reciever, just an amplifier all it has is volume/tone controls basically.


I probably will see if Visions can get it in.

 

[zal]

I use mine for music as well as home theatre (smart tv only). Right now, I can only use the optic to connect the tv audio to the receiver. Unfortunately, the optic cable jammed and broke in the tv so now I will have to use arc (I believe). But this receiver is too old for arc.

 

[lilduke]

I use blue tooth from my TV to my stereo. Its 2 channel though. 2 towers, 2 subs. No surround channels.

Sounds awesome, just no surround sound. If I was wanting surround sound, Id probably get a Yamaha Haha



There is lots of good brands though.

 

[2kDoo]

Wherever you decide don't goto International Stereo

 

[puddle]

Sonos is a nice option

 

[zal]

Wherever you decide don't goto International Stereo

I will admit, I fell into that trap. Still have the speakers to prove it. Definitely not the ones that I’m using.

 

[sirkdev]

Yamaha RX receivers sound nice to me

 

[rknight111]

If in Edmonton go to National Audio & Video, not consumer commodity crap there

 

[Clode]

I have a Marantz Receiver, its been good.

 

[sirkdev]

RX-V385 - Overview - Yamaha - United States

Uncompromising Value. This 5.1-channel AV receiver brings the best technologies to your home including Dolby Vision™, 4K Ultra HD, HDR10 and Bluetooth® at an affordable price.

usa.yamaha.com

This is what I have really happy with it. Low price point mid option level. To my ears a high end sub makes all the difference as well.

 

[zal]

I have a Marantz Receiver, its been good.

It’s kinda where I’m heading right now.
Still would like to know what’s out there.

 

[zal]

If in Edmonton go to National Audio & Video, not consumer commodity crap there

Thanks Ron. I did see their site when I was googling for places. With a name like that AND their insignia, I wasn’t sure if it was a fly by night operation. Pretty damn close to National Car Rentals.

 

[zal]

RX-V385 - Overview - Yamaha - United States

Uncompromising Value. This 5.1-channel AV receiver brings the best technologies to your home including Dolby Vision™, 4K Ultra HD, HDR10 and Bluetooth® at an affordable price.

usa.yamaha.com

This is what I have really happy with it. Low price point mid option level. To my ears a high end sub makes all the difference as well.

I was looking at them as well.

 

[lilduke]

Audio Ark is a good store in Edmonton, if you are looking to spend a lot.

 

[Clode]

I always wanted some McIntosh stuff but I am too poor for that equipment

 

[lilduke]

I always wanted some McIntosh stuff but I am too poor for that equipment

Ya Mcintosh are nice electronics forsure. Lots of nice stuff at that store.





If you want to go full nerd before you buy, check out this youtube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@Audioholics

 

[zal]

Audio Ark is a good store in Edmonton, if you are looking to spend a lot.

For some odd reason, I’m thinking that place is above my pay grade.

 

[zal]

I always wanted some McIntosh stuff but I am too poor for that equipment

Holy chit, that’s some purdy stuff!

 

[lilduke]

For some odd reason, I’m thinking that place is above my pay grade.

Ya Its high end stuff. Wasnt sure how much you were looking to spend. Marrantz is a solid bet. They have good stuff at every price point.