Topic: the trials of upgrading to a new AV receiver...HELP!!!

[seph1018]

After years of using a Yammy RXV496...I've finally decided to upgrade to a newer model.

Primary considerations for the upgrade unit:
-Black color (funny...I know, going for an all-black set-up)
-75w-110W/ch...enough for my primary speakers which are Wharf 9CS & 9.5 up front.
-at least 3 HDMI ins
-Dolby True HD/dts MA decoders
-5.1 would be okay...as I want it to stay that way...it's only for my bedroom anyways.
-set-up mics? (wanna try this)

I've been looking at Pioneer VSX-820, Yamaha RXV465, HK AVR 160, Onkyo 509.

I need help...your inputs would be greatly appreciated.

TIA to all...

[avshop]

After years of using a Yammy RXV496...I've finally decided to upgrade to a newer model.

Primary considerations for the upgrade unit:
-Black color (funny...I know, going for an all-black set-up)
-75w-110W/ch...enough for my primary speakers which are Wharf 9CS & 9.5 up front.
-at least 3 HDMI ins
-Dolby True HD/dts MA decoders
-5.1 would be okay...as I want it to stay that way...it's only for my bedroom anyways.
-set-up mics? (wanna try this)

I've been looking at Pioneer VSX-820, Yamaha RXV465, HK AVR 160, Onkyo 509.

I need help...your inputs would be greatly appreciated.

TIA to all...

Hk 160 is now on sale for only 22k.

[barrister]

Since you already have Wharfe CS and 9.5, it has to be a Yamaha.

But the Yamaha has to be at least a 600 series.  You get a jump in quality starting with 600.  However, avoid the 665, since it's underpowered.

Available now is the 667.  The latest is the 671, but I don't know if it's already available here. 

http://asia.yamaha.com/en/products/audio-visual/av-receivers-amps/#page=1

[at_sunset_blvd]

Yamaha (higher models), its really easier to use. ONKYO is ok also but havent really tried it. You should audition so you could really compare it also

[seph1018]

...thanks for the replies guys.

However, I failed to also say that a primary condition is budget also...can only go for something 24K below.

@barrister & at_sunset_blvd, I've always been partial to Yammys since I do have a primarily Wharfe speaker set...just wanted to see what the other guys think of other AVRs for my set-up...your opinions are appreciated.

Also in consideration is the Denon 1611.

[Courage]

Go with any High Model Yamaha's..