Video Asylum

Posted by Easy Listner (A) on February 02, 2003 at 09:26:40

In Reply to: $1000 receiver dilemma: Marantz, NAD, Denon posted by pcalvin on January 21, 2003 at 21:25:19:

Although I do not claim to be of expert opinion, after my research I'm going with the NAD T752. From opinions I'd read I was beginning to lean towards the Marantz 7300 or 6300. Home Theatre wise this may have been my choice. However, my focus is on 2 channel with top music reproduction to begin with and then build from there. The music first philosophy of NAD fits well with my intentions, plus the reviews I've seen puts NAD head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to music reproduction. Of course, you can always listen and see for yourself.

In terms of the quality issue, accept for the less then flattering opinions I've read in this forum, I seen no confirmed credible evidence of less then exemplary quality. Quite the opposite in fact. Furthermore NAD is manufactured in Pickering Ontario by the same company that manufactures and distributes PSB. I've read about this company and I'm satisfied with their ethic and also like the fact that they are within an hours drive. Ie. it is not like I would need to ship my receiver off to France if I did require repair. Bottom line is I trust in the credibility of the manufacturer, the dealer, the Sales Rep over one man's opinion and this is now my choice.

I'm also going with the same speaker choice as you, but just starting with the towers (4T) for now. I'll keep you posted if I have any problems. You can always get a lemmon, but I'm betting against it ...