Opinion

[jordanz]

Audiophiles chime in: Which one?

STR-DG800 for $280

Harman Kardon AVR 240 for $320

Both 7.1 recievers, and money isn't a problem. Filling the inputs isn't an issue. I don't have any HDMI using devices, but in the future I may have a device that may use it. And my TV has only one DVI input (possibility of HDMI/DVI adapter) and my computer uses it. But I figure I'll just use component (or a HDMI/component adapter, if they exist) if need be.

And if you would happen to know of a cheaper 7.1 receiver that's quality, let a brother know.

 

[sdifox]

go with HK, usually better built.

 

[xchangx]

I have a HK AVR-340 and love it. I would go with the HK

 

[glen]

Last tiem I checked Pioneer was the OEm for a good number of other brands.
They make a solid product for a great price.

 

[torpid]

These aren't really audiophile type units, but I tend to prefer HK by a wide margin over sony when it comes to audio.

 

[Garet Jax]

I am not an audiophile, but I really do appreciate good sound. I am on my 2nd generation of AVRs and I have a special affinity towards HK. The only reason, I didn't get it this time around is because it was 3 times the cost of the Denon I did get with no cost justification.

I have never used the 240 but I still like HK over Pioneer generally.

 

[spidey07]

Avoid sony audio gear like the plauge. it is complete and utter crap.

Their ES stuff however is pretty nice.

HK has always built well powered gear.