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The TX RZ30 stands out as a feature rich 9.2 channel receiver with Dirac Live included, HDMI 2.1, Sonos certification, and enough channels for future expansion. The included Dirac room correction is a major value point, especially since the standalone Dirac RC would cost about $350, and the three year manufacturer warranty adds peace of mind on a new in box unit. The main tradeoffs are the lack of Alexa support and the fact that Dirac calibration has a learning curve. It is a strong fit if you want advanced room correction without paying extra for it.
buyers who are actively hunting for a specific discount code because the TXRZ30 coupon code has been reported as available again and drops the price when applied.
home theater buyers who want Dirac Live out of the box because they're comparing it to models that require paying extra for Dirac (like choosing the TX-RZ30 over a used Denon x3500h) and they also want HDMI 2.1 plus more channels.
people setting up room correction for a 5.1 or 5.1.2 speaker plan because they can start with the included DLRC first and then decide later about DLBC if there's a good deal.
people who don't want to deal with Dirac calibration complexity because a commenter warns Dirac has a learning curve and that the calibration process can cause confusion and misinformation.
buyers who are only looking for basic room correction and don't care about paying for extra Dirac features because one commenter says DLBC/ART typically isn't worth paying another ~$300 and suggests not needing more than 9 channels after Dirac.
The TX-RZ30 adds more channels, HDMI 2.1, and Dirac Live, while the Denon X3500H offers Audyssey XT32 and can be much cheaper used. The choice comes down to whether you want the newer feature set or the lower upfront cost.
Yes. Electronics Expo shows the TX-RZ30 in stock and the code TXRZ30 drops $200 from the $999 price, bringing it to the same deal level mentioned in the thread.
Yes. Dirac Live room correction is included, and the bundled Dirac RC would cost about $350 separately. That makes the RZ30 attractive if you want Dirac without paying extra for it.
At least Walmart deal is still active and I like that Walmart's 4-year extended warranty plan is cheaper than everywhere else.
Debating between new TX-RZ30 or used Denon x3500h for $300. Denon has Audyssey XT32 but Onkyo has Dirac Live included, more channels, and HDMI 2.1. Decisions, decisions.
At least Walmart deal is still active and I like that Walmart's 4-year extended warranty plan is cheaper than everywhere else.
Debating between new TX-RZ30 or used Denon x3500h for $300. Denon has Audyssey XT32 but Onkyo has Dirac Live included, more channels, and HDMI 2.1. Decisions, decisions.
Used Denon x3500h for $300 where???
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At least Walmart deal is still active and I like that Walmart's 4-year extended warranty plan is cheaper than everywhere else. Debating between new TX-RZ30 or used Denon x3500h for $300. Denon has Audyssey XT32 but Onkyo has Dirac Live included, more channels, and HDMI 2.1. Decisions, decisions.
You can get the same Dirac performance(including DLBC) with A1EVO for free with the 3500.
You can get the same Dirac performance(including DLBC) with A1EVO for free with the 3500.
So do you NEED the extra two channels and or 2.1?
Oh really? I'm familiar with REW but didn't know about A1EVO and will look into it. I was considering the recent sale on an x3800h to have both Audyssey and Dirac options, but the added Dirac cost kind of makes it impractical.
The x3500h seller locally isn't very responsive so I hope it isn't a scam.
Thanks! There's no option for an extended warranty through EE. For a high-ticket item like the RZ30, do you think it needs one? Maybe just rely on the extra year coverage from my Cap1 card.
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Thanks! There's no option for an extended warranty through EE. For a high-ticket item like the RZ30, do you think it needs one? Maybe just rely on the extra year coverage from my Cap1 card.
That's what I usually do. This is new in box for an RZ line receiver, which provides a three year manufacturer warranty. With the card you get another year, unless you pay with something like the Citi Strata card which provides two extra years.
Failure rate for most electronics will be highest in the first year, but I have no idea how long before components start breaking down for these newer receivers.
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The TX RZ30 stands out as a feature rich 9.2 channel receiver with Dirac Live included, HDMI 2.1, Sonos certification, and enough channels for future expansion. The included Dirac room correction is a major value point, especially since the standalone Dirac RC would cost about $350, and the three year manufacturer warranty adds peace of mind on a new in box unit. The main tradeoffs are the lack of Alexa support and the fact that Dirac calibration has a learning curve. It is a strong fit if you want advanced room correction without paying extra for it.
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Debating between new TX-RZ30 or used Denon x3500h for $300. Denon has Audyssey XT32 but Onkyo has Dirac Live included, more channels, and HDMI 2.1. Decisions, decisions.
Debating between new TX-RZ30 or used Denon x3500h for $300. Denon has Audyssey XT32 but Onkyo has Dirac Live included, more channels, and HDMI 2.1. Decisions, decisions.
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Shows in stock and drops $200 from the $999 price when I apply TXRZ30. 🤷
So do you NEED the extra two channels and or 2.1?
So do you NEED the extra two channels and or 2.1?
The x3500h seller locally isn't very responsive so I hope it isn't a scam.
Shows in stock and drops $200 from the $999 price when I apply TXRZ30. 🤷
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Failure rate for most electronics will be highest in the first year, but I have no idea how long before components start breaking down for these newer receivers.
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