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Model: Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver
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I just posted this in the old thread, I wish they would combine both to help people interested.
I finally got the 3.4 set up. For context I'm coming from an Onkyo TR-NX 818. It had 130 watts per channel vs this at 100. My first day setting it up and playing around with it I was underwhelmed. I purchased the Klipsch RP 1200SW at the same time to pair with my KSW 15. I've had my KSW 15 for over 24 years and it has served me very well. Switching to a two subwoofer system has been amazing. At first that was the only thing that had impressed me. I was really second guessing the purchase of the Integra.
This morning I got up early, moved some furniture around, and played with the sub woofer placement. Then I ran Dirac for the first time. I did the full placement testing with the supplied mic. WOW … everything came alive. I can't wait to try Dirac with my laptop, then I'm going to buy the minidsp UMIK-1 mic.
I wasn't expecting to be wowed this much, especially coming from an Audyssey XT32 set up on my old TX-NR 818. I know it will progressively get better redoing it with the laptop, than the new minidsp mic. The bass has really tightened up. Original I didn't have both subs parallel from each other, so that helped also, at least with some standing waves. I don't feel the need to invest in an Emotiva Basx A3, or an Outlaw amp anymore. I probably will once I upgrade to 5.2.4, but for now I'm set and satisfied.
If you're on a strict budget and need 9.2 channels then the Onkyo TX-NR797 is a decent AVR for that price. Just be aware it was released in 2019 so lacks some newer features. No Dirac Live, eARC, pre outs, ALLM, VRR, QFT, QMS, etc., just to name a few. If you don't need 9.2 then the Onkyo TX-NR6100 (7.2) for $399, at Amazon, will have newer features including Dirac. For an AVR with 9.2 channels there's nothing that can touch the Integra DRX 3.4 at this price for all that it offers.
Maybe if I was strung out on meth and trying to pawn it for Jellyroll tickets.
There is no reciever at this price with 9 channels, pre outs, HDMI 2.1 on all ports, and Dirac built in. Also higher grade components compared to similar Onkyo and Pioneer models.
I picked this up but ran into issues with Dirac Live. The Dirac Live app on my laptop can't detect the AVR. Firmware and software are fully updated, and there are no network problems.
I noticed that the Dirac website only lists the DRX 5.4 and 8.4 as compatible, not the 3.4. I can run Dirac through the AVR menu, but it's limited to the included mic and lacks key features.
I've seen mixed information online—some say the PC app doesn't work with this model, while others claim it does. I feel like this is a big deal because many people including myself purchased this model because of the Dirac Live compatibility.
Has anyone successfully used the Dirac PC app with this model? If so, how? Thanks!
Last edited by NavyGame712 January 1, 2025 at 03:03 PM.
Ia Adorama an authorized dealer? They aren't listed on Integra's website for find a dealer.
I pointed that out and asked the same question via a chat with Adorama, and they told me they were an authorized dealer (so it would come with the 5 year factory warranty).
I picked this up but ran into issues with Dirac Live. The Dirac Live app on my laptop can't detect the AVR. Firmware and software are fully updated, and there are no network problems.
I noticed that the Dirac website only lists the DRX 5.4 and 8.4 as compatible, not the 3.4. I can run Dirac through the AVR menu, but it's limited to the included mic and lacks key features.
I've seen mixed information online—some say the PC app doesn't work with this model, while others claim it does. I feel like this is a big deal because many people including myself purchased this model because of the Dirac Live compatibility.
Has anyone successfully used the Dirac PC app with this model? If so, how? Thanks!
I am still on the fence about getting this unit -- especially with the full functionality of Dirac Live in question! I plan/hope to get my basement finished later this year, but I already know what speakers I will be using in a 5.1.4 setup. The front mains would be a pair of Klipsch KG 5.5s; they are towers from the mid-90s with each having a pair of 10" woofers along 1" horn-loaded (of course) tweeter. My center channel is unique and basically equivalent to my towers -- it uses the same horn tweeter along with four 6.5" woofers in a custom enclosure. My sides/rears will be a pair of Klipsch R-3800-W II in-wall speakers, and I will use four Klipsch CDT-3800-C II in-ceiling speakers overhead. My subwoofer is a Audio Concepts DV12 in a sealed enclosure with over 4 cubic feet of airspace. It is a 12" subwoofer with over 10mm of excursion (one-way) being driven by the original (older) version of the Sonamp 260 (that has a large toroidal transformer and lots of headroom). So I would think this receiver would be fine to drive my speakers, but I don't have any impedance graphs to know for sure -- and Amirm's review makes the limp mode sound pretty bad. If I could dig up my Dayton WT3 test equipment, then I could probably get graphs for my front three speakers and maybe even the others even though they aren't in enclosures.
I picked this up but ran into issues with Dirac Live. The Dirac Live app on my laptop can't detect the AVR. Firmware and software are fully updated, and there are no network problems.
I noticed that the Dirac website only lists the DRX 5.4 and 8.4 as compatible, not the 3.4. I can run Dirac through the AVR menu, but it's limited to the included mic and lacks key features.
I've seen mixed information online—some say the PC app doesn't work with this model, while others claim it does. I feel like this is a big deal because many people including myself purchased this model because of the Dirac Live compatibility.
Has anyone successfully used the Dirac PC app with this model? If so, how? Thanks!
I don't like how it looks exactly like my Integra DRX-2 I've had for probably 6+ years that I thought looked dated when I got it
In the PAC family, I think Onkyo and Pioneer look way better than the Integra and look of the Integra has kind of been holding me up. For $20 more there is the NR7100 but it's a 2yr warranty vs 5yr warranty and it doesn't have full set of pre-outs. I don't personally need the pre-outs but sacrificing 3 more years of warranty seems kind of crazy just to have something that looks a little more modern/sleek.
My AVR is not behind a door/glass but it is generally hidden away with it being at bottom of my black TV stand in a room that I pretty much always have dimmly lit, so you don't really see it anyway. I
So is this worth it to get this Integra 3.4 directly through Adorama versus the TX-NR7100 fulfilled by Amazon? I would guess that if "I just didn't like the Integra but nothing wrong with it" I could return it to Adorama at only my return shipping expense? while if I got the Onkyo 7100 through Amazon the return shipping would be free as a Prime member. I don't envision ever using the pre-outs of the Integra. Thoughts?
Last edited by bpg1234 January 2, 2025 at 12:03 PM.
So is this worth it to get this Integra 3.4 directly through Adorama versus the TX-NR7100 fulfilled by Amazon? I would guess that if "I just didn't like the Integra but nothing wrong with it" I could return it to Adorama at only my return shipping expense? while if I got the Onkyo 7100 through Amazon the return shipping would be free as a Prime member. I don't envision ever using the pre-outs of the Integra. Thoughts?
Warranty would really be the only other difference to consider if you don't need pre-outs, 2yr Onkyo vs 5yr Integra.
Warranty would really be the only other difference to consider if you don't need pre-outs, 2yr Onkyo vs 5yr Integra.
What about return shipping costs and any potential restocking fees with Adorama if decide doesn't work for me? Presently bought a Denon x1700h via Costco deal and this is nearly 2x the price so curious if I'll just decide not worth 2x the price for any perceived improvement so try with no cost shipping return has merit in that case.
Last edited by bpg1234 January 2, 2025 at 03:59 PM.
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I finally got the 3.4 set up. For context I'm coming from an Onkyo TR-NX 818. It had 130 watts per channel vs this at 100. My first day setting it up and playing around with it I was underwhelmed. I purchased the Klipsch RP 1200SW at the same time to pair with my KSW 15. I've had my KSW 15 for over 24 years and it has served me very well. Switching to a two subwoofer system has been amazing. At first that was the only thing that had impressed me. I was really second guessing the purchase of the Integra.
This morning I got up early, moved some furniture around, and played with the sub woofer placement. Then I ran Dirac for the first time. I did the full placement testing with the supplied mic. WOW … everything came alive. I can't wait to try Dirac with my laptop, then I'm going to buy the minidsp UMIK-1 mic.
I wasn't expecting to be wowed this much, especially coming from an Audyssey XT32 set up on my old TX-NR 818. I know it will progressively get better redoing it with the laptop, than the new minidsp mic. The bass has really tightened up. Original I didn't have both subs parallel from each other, so that helped also, at least with some standing waves. I don't feel the need to invest in an Emotiva Basx A3, or an Outlaw amp anymore. I probably will once I upgrade to 5.2.4, but for now I'm set and satisfied.
There is no reciever at this price with 9 channels, pre outs, HDMI 2.1 on all ports, and Dirac built in. Also higher grade components compared to similar Onkyo and Pioneer models.
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I noticed that the Dirac website only lists the DRX 5.4 and 8.4 as compatible, not the 3.4. I can run Dirac through the AVR menu, but it's limited to the included mic and lacks key features.
I've seen mixed information online—some say the PC app doesn't work with this model, while others claim it does. I feel like this is a big deal because many people including myself purchased this model because of the Dirac Live compatibility.
Has anyone successfully used the Dirac PC app with this model? If so, how? Thanks!
I noticed that the Dirac website only lists the DRX 5.4 and 8.4 as compatible, not the 3.4. I can run Dirac through the AVR menu, but it's limited to the included mic and lacks key features.
I've seen mixed information online—some say the PC app doesn't work with this model, while others claim it does. I feel like this is a big deal because many people including myself purchased this model because of the Dirac Live compatibility.
Has anyone successfully used the Dirac PC app with this model? If so, how? Thanks!
I noticed that the Dirac website only lists the DRX 5.4 and 8.4 as compatible, not the 3.4. I can run Dirac through the AVR menu, but it's limited to the included mic and lacks key features.
I've seen mixed information online—some say the PC app doesn't work with this model, while others claim it does. I feel like this is a big deal because many people including myself purchased this model because of the Dirac Live compatibility.
Has anyone successfully used the Dirac PC app with this model? If so, how? Thanks!
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My AVR is not behind a door/glass but it is generally hidden away with it being at bottom of my black TV stand in a room that I pretty much always have dimmly lit, so you don't really see it anyway. I
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