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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.
If you have been here long enough dealing with Adorama stuff, you would know there is a way to check. We don't want them to find out and fix so nobody reveals.
Can anyone recommend good speakers that will work well with this unit? How about those reference speakers that were on sale a few days ago? Looking to build out a home theater system.
I think it's generally accepted that most Klipsch speakers should present an easy load for this AVR to drive, but I'm not speaking from experience (yet).
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I set this up a couple weeks ago when i remodeled my house. I went with all in-wall/in-ceiling speakers except the subwoofer (wife was not keen on my "bachelor" pad and big floor speakers).. I will say.. sounds great, much better than expected. Direc live works well to correct the room. If you want the best experience using direc, get the minidsp mic and a mic stand to properly move the mic around to the various points in the seating area. My advice is to not move the mic very far from where you will be sitting. about 20" side to side and front to back. Direc only needs a few positions to generate a filter.
Anyone have any thoughts on if this is a big enough upgrade over an VSX-LX303? I seems like the main things are DIRAC and the HDMI 2.1 updates? (Which may be bigger than I am thinking). I think I paid about $500 for the pioneer back in 2018?
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Anyone have any thoughts on if this is a big enough upgrade over an VSX-LX303? I seems like the main things are DIRAC and the HDMI 2.1 updates? (Which may be bigger than I am thinking). I think I paid about $500 for the pioneer back in 2018?
Yes there are few other things also.
Here is a comparison of the two.
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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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The 4th picture of the back would show it also but not a great picture and hard to see.
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it has direct injection but no turbo
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that actually convinced me, especially for this price. cheers from me (dirty looks from the mrs).
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