Difference in the Onkyo HT-S series? Does anyone know what the differences are in the HT-S5300 to the 9300.
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Mousa, I'm looking at the same thing, and here's what I've found from checking out Onkyo's website. They have all the current models listed with specs, features, pics, and links to authorized vendors (Amazon included). I also recommend cnet's website for third party and customer reviews. http://www.us.onkyo.com/prod_class.cfm?class=Systems Here's a summary of what I found there: The 5300 gets stepped up to the 6300 with up-conversion on the analog inputs plus powered zone 2 (which allows for same or separate audio to be output on two channels to another location), then the 7300 adds some minor speaker upgrades with tallboy front speakers & bass reflex. For $200 more (MSRP), the 9300 gives you THX certification, upgraded optional on-screen interface, a larger subwoofer (12" ^ from 10"), and an extra Composite input, but no longer includes the optional IR iPod dock. I'm leaning toward the 7300 since the cost vs. the 6300 is minimal and the 5300 doesn't up-scale, but haven't made the purchase yet. My local fry's has them in stock and will price match so I plan on trying them out there first.
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A/V Guru: I was wondering if you could elaborate on the core differences between the Onkyo HT-S3300 and the Denon DHT-391XP. I currently only have an Xbox 360 and a HD cable box, and am looking for a system that can handle those two components as well as (which is the actual reason for getting the system) my music (via computer and Ipod). As this is the main reason for investing in a system, I would prefer to have a quality base setup. Looks like the Onkyo has a few more features on the receiver, and I was wondering if you could let me know why those are there (pretty naive on this whole subject, sorry). I see that the Onkyo has the "green, blue, and red" input cords like those that come from the Xbox, while the Denon does not. And the sony receivers systems in this price range seem to be much sleeker (but input wise more similar to the denon). So does it sound like I actually need all of the extra inputs that the Onkyo offers? And with all this in mind do you have recommendation
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You can read the tech differences, but I bought the 555 after trying the 580. I could hear little difference in a 20 x 20 room. I like my music loud, but did not crank it up to "very high".My room speakers are Bose Acoustimass 5 Series, so I have some ear for good sound.Ultimately it came down to size; the smaller 555 fits under my 50" TV very nicely. And the Dialog setting on either model is very effective (We no longer need subtitles on videos.)
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Have you called Onkyo to see if they have any suggestions? Or maybe go to one of the AVS forums, they may just have an answer for you. somewhere like digital home forums . com or avsforums dot com. they are pretty brilliant there and most are either dealers or beta testers for a lot of the gear. good luck
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How things change. At this time, the Denon 3808 is now much cheaper than the Onkyo 876, and it is about a $1000 swing!After having the Onkyo for 5 months, I can say it can run pretty warm at times, but it depends where you install it. If you are putting it in a tight cabinet space with no air circulation, you may have problems, but any big receiver would heat up in that locale, depending on how high the volume level is. You would need to buy some fans and perhaps cut some holes in your cabinet.My Onkyo is sitting on top of my cabinet, and heat has not been an issue.
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Hello. I do not know about the model 920, not having use one; however, I have never heard any sign of distortion or feedback (that I recognized as such anyway) with the 930. I use it in an extremely loud and equally busy office. It works better than my hearing does. I hope this helps.
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Not sure it you have purchased the product already. Wanted to replay as the 500s are on 'Today's deal' and the difference is 30 now. hope you get email for this reply. I compared both the system when I bought them year ago and chose 500. The difference was not 200 for me in a local electronics store. If you listen to lot of music, I guess the difference is justified.
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I have had the Onkyo HT-9400THX for almost three years with more disappointment than a system of this price should give. Known hdmi board failures, erratic behavior, and overall poor quality control lead me to recommend you look elsewhere for a system. I am shopping for a new system for my river house and it will definitely NOT be any Onkyo branded system.
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Hi, Though I have not seen or heard the klipsch, I can tell u a little about the Onkyo. I bought one a month ago. Unlike the HD 1000, this came with a receiver which had more inputs than u need. This is THX certified, has auto calibration, Zone 2 and much more. I researched for a year and a half b4 I made the purchase trough Amazon. There is newer model out with networking and USB support. Good luck
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Hey James--I just finished hooking up my Onkyo HT-S5100 to my Panasonic blu-ray and Panasonic plasma tv. The sound is just amazing! Don't let the nay-sayers drive you crazy. You just hook up the HDMI to the player, Onkyo and tv. But I used a Toslink optical cable to feed the sound from the tv to the Onkyo.Uh, this was my first experience with optical cables. It took my two hours to realize there are almost invisible silicone covers on the tips. Two hours wasted--DOAH!
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I just purchased a 550 from Circuit City last week. They are one of the few stores that puts a 550 650 750 side by side. The audio on all 3 was the same, average at best. This is what I found with almost all LCD HDTV with small speakers. I bought the 550 because my eyes could see very little difference if any between the 3. Most difference was the options. The Samsung did have the best picture.
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Actually, according to Onkyo's website, the s6200 has a Slim Plastic woofer and the s5300 has a wood woofer. Comparing the two on Onkyo's website doesn't really suggest much of a difference. Actually, the s5300 almost looks better statistically. Maybe I am misinterpreting the details. If anyone else knows, please share. I am trying to decide which one to buy, too.Other sources suggest the woofer on the s6200 outperforms the s5300. Onkyo's website doesn't specify how the subs vary. I am leaning toward the s6200 for less than $100 more.
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I just got mine today, I havent opened it up yet, but will tomorrow. I preordered directly from pioneer the day they sent out the emails. I got it for $549 and got the upgraded 2 days shipping for $20. Im replacing a onkyo tx sr-605 with this pioneer. I will give a small review tomorrow once I have it hooked up.
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You may research the actual models on LG website or YouTube how to distinguish the differences. LG TONE+ (name) HBS 730 is a version. I hope this helps too.
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HT-R960 - I haven't found any specific information on this receiver at the Onkyo site. The receivers that come with their HTIB units all start with HT I believe which is a different prefix than their stand alone receivers.
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I read that about the Denon and ended up with the Onkyo 876 for $700 less. It's been rock solid for me and competes quite nicely with the 3808, depending on whether you can do without the internet radio feature. Denon has also had unhappy customers with this as well.
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The LS-T10 has one each; coaxial, optical and analog inputs. It is design for all signal to be input through the TV. Optical from the TV is a good choice. My Sony TV has many HDMI and analog inputs so, I have no problem attaching several device at one time. The Onkyo looks very good and sounds even better!