HK 230, good, bad?

[Mjr7531]

I'm thinking of buying the HK 230 (sometime later no money right now.) I saw it online at some store for around 400 or so. Just curious as to what you guys think of it.
I have right now a Pioneer VSX-D412, 100 watts * 5 at 1 KHz, Would the full bandwidth testing at 50 watts on the HK be comprable or better than the "100 Watts" on my pioneer? Thanks guys,
Matt

[Toxis]

MUCH better. The Pioneer would be lucky to be putting out 35-40w all day long, where the HK is going to be around 60-65 typically. High current > Cheap chip amps all day long! Lift your Pioneer and lift an HK. You'll see the difference.

[Meeks32]

I got mine off ebay new for $330 or so 6 months ago. Very nice receiver & puts out plenty of power for most people.

[Mjr7531]

Thanks guys, I'm thinking when I get outta the red with my parents and friends, I'll save up for one, and about every other improvement I could have for my HT. :)

[Ceruleance]

unless you are weird about used equipment you can get a used 525 or dpr-1001 for $400 as well, and those are both better receivers than the 230.

[Toxis]

the old 525 is an amazing receiver, but never liked anything about the DPR's. Nothing...