Marantz vs Pioneer Elite SC series for music?

[engtaz]

Can someone tell me the sonic differences between these for music?

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[BlueFox]

No, not really.

[SRTer]

Can someone tell me the sonic differences between these for music?

Thanks

Now, this will be a tricky question to answer. I really wonder what people will say. Someone would have to have the Marantz SR7005 to compare since they both have $1600 retail prices.

I couldn't think of a person with either one of these fine AVR's that would get rid of one to try the other.

I think some people will say the Marantz sound better because of it traditional A/B amps. However, Home Theater Mag rated the Pioneer Elite SC-37 as a top pick and said it D-class ICE where in par with the best A/B amps out there.

Both the Marantz SR7005 and Pioneer Elite SC-37/35 or top picks for HT mag. The only difference is that the SC's make more power in every mode be it 2 ch, 5 ch, 7 ch.

I have never heard both at the same time so I can't say. I do know that only one is on sale for less than $800 at Costco. The SC-35.

At that price if you are looking for a AVR to run you 2 channel and not a Pre and amp, it can hurt to try at these prices.

[engtaz]

I own Marantz, Denon, and Onkyo and have not listened to a Pioneer Elite. Your points are why I asked.
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