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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.
Coming from a $350 Costco Denon to this is astounding the difference in sound with my speakers. My wife is the biggest critic and always tells me she can't tell the difference when I tweak something. This was immediate feedback. She commented how crisp and direct everything sound3d now. I am quite pleased.
Thank you for the response. I messed up when I typed my original question. I meant to say 5.1.4 with two front height speakers and two rear reflecting Atmos enabled speakers. So I would use that configuration linked in the PDF file in the receiver settings even if I have front heights instead of overheads?
Thank you for the response. I messed up when I typed my original question. I meant to say 5.1.4 with two front height speakers and two rear reflecting Atmos enabled speakers. So I would use that configuration linked in the PDF file in the receiver settings even if I have front heights instead of overheads?
Slight correction the Onkyo TX-NR6100 does not include Dirac Live.
Which sorta clears explains all the glowing fake reviews. If they gush about how "great the DIRAC sounds" one can assume the rest of the review is also a scam.
I need a receiver to drive my dynaudio audience 72 fronts and center which are 4 ohms and 6 ohms. Max power is 200 w at 4ohms. Will this do it to normal levels?
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Which sorta clears explains all the glowing fake reviews. If they gush about how "great the DIRAC sounds" one can assume the rest of the review is also a scam.
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Not sure what you mean by fake reviews but Dirac is a very good(premium) RC.
I would say points more to how you actually do pay for Dirac and not free(included).
Thee main reason this is considered such a deal is Dirac after all.
I need a receiver to drive my dynaudio audience 72 fronts and center which are 4 ohms and 6 ohms. Max power is 200 w at 4ohms. Will this do it to normal levels?
Would it power them, yes it would.
Now normal levels can vary widely.
Those speakers aren't very efficient so on an average, to their potential, this may struggle quickly especially if it's for HT imo.
I need a receiver to drive my dynaudio audience 72 fronts and center which are 4 ohms and 6 ohms. Max power is 200 w at 4ohms. Will this do it to normal levels?
If these are your speakers (see link for measurements), you dip into the low to high 4s for impedance at frequencies that aren't handed off to your SW. You can certainly give the DRX 3.4 a try and become a datapoint but my guess is the AVR will struggle!
Just a note of caution for those planning on using the preamp outs to connect an external amp. Its output voltage is rated at a max of 1 volt rms which may not be enough to drive certain amps which require 2+ volts rms on their single ended RCA inputs for full power.
Just a note of caution for those planning on using the preamp outs to connect an external amp. Its output voltage is rated at a max of 1 volt rms which may not be enough to drive certain amps which require 2+ volts rms on their single ended RCA inputs for full power.
This is a good point and not appreciated by most. You would need a high gain amplifier to qualify!
Do you have a link to the voltage reveal for the pre-outs?
It seems like almost all mainstream ABRs are "stuck" in the 90s. Small white labels on black panels are the absolute worst! Makes me wish the recent resurgence of the 70/80 style Japanese receivers and preamps could be applied to the modern designs.
This is a good point and not appreciated by most. You would need a high gain amplifier to qualify!
Do you have a link to the voltage reveal for the pre-outs?
That is right off the spec sheet. The reason why I was aware of it is last summer I was helping a family member who wanted to replace his existing AVP as it was not HDMI. If the processing on the 3.4 is sufficient why bother with a $5k new AVP. Alas, his amps were 2.0 Vrms.
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That is right off the spec sheet. The reason why I was aware of it is last summer I was helping a family member who wanted to replace his existing AVP as it was not HDMI. If the processing on the 3.4 is sufficient why bother with a $5k new AVP. Alas, his amps were 2.0 Vrms.
I see it now but I think it might be a typo. The same exact spec shows up for the RZ50 but for the SW pre-out!
1V is pretty crappy for going to any amplifier!
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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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It will support a 5.1.4 setup, here is the configuration. Not a lot of difference than the 7.1.4 one.
The challenge is getting your seating far enough away from the rears for optimal reflection.
https://www.dolby.com/siteassets/..._setup.pdf
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I would say points more to how you actually do pay for Dirac and not free(included).
Thee main reason this is considered such a deal is Dirac after all.
Now normal levels can vary widely.
Those speakers aren't very efficient so on an average, to their potential, this may struggle quickly especially if it's for HT imo.
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Do you have a link to the voltage reveal for the pre-outs?
Do you have a link to the voltage reveal for the pre-outs?
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1V is pretty crappy for going to any amplifier!
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