Onkyo TX-NR414 5.1-Channel Network A/V Receiver $179.99 with free shipping [Currently $238 on Amazon]

Quote from GamerDad09 : Yeah I didn't think to look at that. Perhaps you could still register the warranty as new? Even $200 for a factory fresh unit is pretty good.

I feel it's always at the $200 price point. I almost feel like that's retail lol.

how does this compare to the receiver that comes in package with onkyo HT-S5400??

I bought two of those complete systems for $180...sold one for $230..kinda regretting that sale, i coulda used one upstairs!!

Let me say that Onkyo customer support rocks. I bought a AVR from them about a month ago and had trouble setting up the ARC from my TV. He helped me as far as he could, then gave me my TV manufacturer's number because the rest was on the TV settings, called me back in an hour to make sure I had gotten it working right, then spend an additional 15 minutes telling me how best to set up the speakers for maximum effect. I wish I could remember the name of the rep, but he was awesome.

Quote from needgeech : How did you get it for $150 when the HK 1700 deal ended on Saturday (but probably much sooner as stock ran out.) and $50 MC deal was Monday?? Im not thread crapping. I Have an HK that I have until tomorrow to pickup

They honored the previous weeks price and let me re-buy it w/ coupon. I also got a yamaha RX-V573 price matched to newegg and applied the $50 coupon on top. Got that one for under $300 w/ tax. Replacing a RX-V665 from 09'. Wish I could find as good a deal on something a little more high end.

Is the Onkyo TX-NR509 5.1 Channel Network A/V Receiver better or worst than this one? Anyone knows?

So, dumb question from someone with four Onkyo receivers in use currently... what do you use the network functionality for on an A/V receiver? Config setup? Streaming audio?

Quote from scandihoovian : My refurbed NR509 has worked fine for over a year. Seems in the Onkyo world, trolls and haters rule the land.

I'm no troll - I own an Onkyo 605 and it's been great. But you can't ignore the HDMI problems Onkyo has had - they're well publicized. Glad you got one that works.

Quote from OstrichSak : So, dumb question from someone with four Onkyo receivers in use currently... what do you use the network functionality for on an A/V receiver? Config setup? Streaming audio?

I keep asking myself that same question. I'm a component purist, and want to keep devices as simple as they can be and use them as intended. A receiver, IMO, was never intended to be an all-in-one device.

Anyway, people use networking to stream music, pictures, videos, etc. But if you have Apple TV or PS3 or (insert streaming device here), it's really not necessary.

It's just like laptops - people say "I MUST have an i7 processor with 16 GB RAM because it's the best!" when really all they do is surf the web and an i3 would be just fine. Marketing makes us think we need more than we really do.

I mean, how many people honestly have a 7.2 surround setup in their house? Yet all mid to high end receivers have that as standard. I'm guessing none of them are married...

Quote from bgstewar : I keep asking myself that same question. I'm a component purist, and want to keep devices as simple as they can be and use them as intended. A receiver, IMO, was never intended to be an all-in-one device. Anyway, people use networking to stream music, pictures, videos, etc. But if you have Apple TV or PS3 or (insert streaming device here), it's really not necessary. It's just like laptops - people say "I MUST have an i7 processor with 16 GB RAM because it's the best!" when really all they do is surf the web and an i3 would be just fine. Marketing makes us think we need more than we really do. I mean, how many people honestly have a 7.2 surround setup in their house? Yet all mid to high end receivers have that as standard. I'm guessing none of them are married...

Thanks for the reply. Rep'd. I tend to agree with most of what you said. My home theater is 'only' 5.2ch but I have never once heard a complaint out of anyone who's experienced it. To me, the .2 (two 15" subs) are more important than the two additional surround speakers. lol

Quote from bgstewar : I mean, how many people honestly have a 7.2 surround setup in their house? Yet all mid to high end receivers have that as standard. I'm guessing none of them are married...

I have 7.1 here. I would go to 7.2, but do not want to fork out for two new subs (since they would have to match!) and really do not gain much in my setup to warrant the need for a second subwoofer.

Sold out

Quote from bgstewar : Believe me - the Yamaha is FAR superior to the Onkyo. Don't have buyers remorse. While you're listening to your reliable receiver, everyone that bought this will be in Onkyo customer service hell about why their HDMI ports don't work.

That's exactly why I went for the Yamaha. I just wanted something basic and reliable. Thanks for replying, I needed reassurance lol.

Quote from bgstewar : I'm no troll - I own an Onkyo 605 and it's been great. But you can't ignore the HDMI problems Onkyo has had - they're well publicized. Glad you got one that works.

I must be rare then because I've had almost a dozen Onkyo receivers (mostly refurbished) & never a single problem.

Quote from jclyon41 : I'll take it of your hands if you want this one instead!

This one is still at frys for $200.