Video Asylum

Posted by JoshT on May 02, 2000 at 22:11:28:

In Reply to: Re: Any Reccommendations for HT prcessors under $1,000? posted by Ishmail on April 29, 2000 at 13:55:30:

. . . though it's sound is excellent, it is a little crude in some regards. For example, when you turn the volume nob you hear clicks as the volume increases or decreases (not with the remote though). Also, you have to set the right decoding manually (DPL, AC3 or DTS). Mine has a problem with the phonostage, so back it goes for a repair (but that will be covered by warranty and I'll get a loaner from the dealer). Also, the gun metal look is sort of retro and cool, but sticks out from most black components.

The good news is you can get it for about $1,000 from a good reliable brick and mortar dealer and it sounds absolutely excellent. In my mind it beats the pants off the similarly priced Rotel (and I like Rotel -- I have the 985 mkII power amp hooked up to the Sherwood Newcastle).

Just some thoughts.