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BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-24-2008, 05:06 PM
Looking for a pre amp that can decode DTS master DD true HD, with a bunch of HDMI ins. I now have the Sony STRDA5300ES, but it has issues.
leroyjr1
06-24-2008, 05:56 PM
What issues?
BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-24-2008, 06:14 PM
What issues?

Picture drops out momentarily ever once in awhile.
AndyGwis
06-24-2008, 06:17 PM
Just re-read your post. I didn't see the formats correctly the first time, so you may want to disregard my PM.
phuz
06-24-2008, 06:21 PM
Picture drops out momentarily ever once in awhile.

Every source drops out? Or only one source?

My digital cable drops out, but that's the cable companies fault. Other sources don't drop at all (I don't have a sony receiver either, just saying that it might not be the receiver).
BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-24-2008, 10:48 PM
Every source drops out? Or only one source?

My digital cable drops out, but that's the cable companies fault. Other sources don't drop at all (I don't have a sony receiver either, just saying that it might not be the receiver).


All sources drop out.
hockeyboy
06-24-2008, 11:19 PM
Incredibly sick. Brand new and best customer service on planet.

http://us.marantz.com/Products/2317.asp
BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-25-2008, 12:07 AM
Incredibly sick. Brand new and best customer service on planet.

http://us.marantz.com/Products/2317.asp

WOW... THAT IS IT..any reviews or feedback? hows the video quality? still WOW
hockeyboy
06-25-2008, 12:58 AM
It just went on sale about a week ago. I can tell you that Marantz is one of the best names in the industry, and my personal experience is that the service is terrific. Remember this is just a bad ass pre-amp so you need a separate amp (if I remember you had another thread and were considering a Rotel which would be fine).
JohnLocke88
06-25-2008, 02:29 AM
If you're looking for something a bit less pricey, consider waiting for the new Onkyo TX-SR806, will have 5 HDMI in/ 1 out (v1.3a). It's an AVR, but I'd assume would work great as a preamp.
BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-25-2008, 06:53 AM
The Integra DTC-9.8 http://www.integrahometheater.com/model.cfm?m=DTC-9.8&class=Separates&p=i

is this any good?
MikeC78
06-25-2008, 07:33 AM
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=940065
BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-26-2008, 04:35 AM
The Integra DTC-9.8 http://www.integrahometheater.com/model.cfm?m=DTC-9.8&class=Separates&p=i

is this any good?
Or how about this http://www.onkyopro.com/model.cfm?m=PR-SC885P&p=f&class=Preamplifier


I can get this Onkyo pro PR-SC885P for $1300
WilliamM2
06-26-2008, 02:04 PM
I have the 885 and really like it at this point. There were a couple of issues at first, but all have been corrected with new firmware. It is identical internally to the Integra 9.8, but adds a "Pure Direct" mode that the 9.8 lacks, and also comes with rack mounts included, they are optional on the 9.8.

If you want a pre with the new formats, so far there are only 4 choices I am aware of, the Denon AVP-1HD ($7500), the Marantz listed above, the Integra, and the Onkyo.
mantis
06-26-2008, 05:14 PM
I have the 885 and really like it at this point. There were a couple of issues at first, but all have been corrected with new firmware. It is identical internally to the Integra 9.8, but adds a "Pure Direct" mode that the 9.8 lacks, and also comes with rack mounts included, they are optional on the 9.8.

If you want a pre with the new formats, so far there are only 4 choices I am aware of, the Denon AVP-1HD ($7500), the Marantz listed above, the Integra, and the Onkyo.

Which is why I'm mad as hell.
BLACKHAMMERJAMM
06-26-2008, 05:56 PM
I have the 885 and really like it at this point. There were a couple of issues at first, but all have been corrected with new firmware. It is identical internally to the Integra 9.8, but adds a "Pure Direct" mode that the 9.8 lacks, and also comes with rack mounts included, they are optional on the 9.8.

If you want a pre with the new formats, so far there are only 4 choices I am aware of, the Denon AVP-1HD ($7500), the Marantz listed above, the Integra, and the Onkyo.


How do you rate the 885 in video and sound quality?
Ray, H.TFinatic
06-28-2008, 10:13 PM
honestly, for price point and video processing the yamaha 1800, 3800, and the new Z7 which is due in next few months, is bang for buck, beats any oknyo or integra hands down,
marantz is also well renound but is a bit pricier,
ESAVINON
06-28-2008, 10:41 PM
How do you rate the 885 in video and sound quality?

I rate it a solid 9.9 out of 10.
ESAVINON
06-28-2008, 10:44 PM
honestly, for price point and video processing the yamaha 1800, 3800, and the new Z7 which is due in next few months, is bang for buck, beats any oknyo or integra hands down,
marantz is also well renound but is a bit pricier,

On what basis do you base this oppinion on?
I have owned a Marantz sr8001 receiver and now Onkyo pro.
The Onkyo pro is one of the best preamps I've ever had the pleasure to own.