Reddit mentions of Denon AVR-E300 5.1 Channel 3D Pass Through and Networking Home Theater AV Receiver with AirPlay (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

Denon E-300

4 hdmi, 5.1, $250. Denon is a solid brand and even this entry model has Audyssey room correction.

Appears to be the same price on Amazon Prime.

This seems to be a well liked receiver here, is it a highly recommended intro level one?

Hey /u/ZeosPantera,

I first wanted to say you are the fucking man. This subreddit has been so incredibly helpful in figuring out my audio system. Additionally, I was wondering if you could provide your expertise for me.

My fraternity is currently getting our house back in a few weeks, and we have money to spend on home improvement (in this case, an audio system for the large common room). I'm looking for a system that can double as both a home theater sound system as well as speakers for a large, loud party. I assembled a list of components and was hoping you can recommend any changes. This is the list so far:

Receiver - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B7X2OV2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Center - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015A8Y3E/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Front speakers (tower) - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ISZEV2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Rear speakers - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CRMKJTQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1WPEQCN6WJKZG

Subwoofer - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015A8Y5M/ref=ox_sc_act_title_8?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

These are the ones you listed as being loud enough to play music on as well. Will these products fit the bill for my needs (home theater, large frat party)? Also, these extras to set up the system:

Banana plugs - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0090CVJZ4/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

RCA cable - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003FVX9FO/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1DCPNQKKEISZB

Copper wire - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00APEG9MO/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Is there anything I'm missing in order to set up the system? Thank you so much!!

Hi Zeos. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge and taking the time to educate and answer others.

I bought this HTiB about 2 years ago before I knew anything about audio/visual equipment. Everything is in good working condition. I started stalking /r/audiophile, /r/headphones, and /r/hometheater and came across /r/zeos. Reading up on your posts about 2.0/2.1 and 5.0/5.1 systems has made me think whether I should change my setup.

I'm currently using my system for watching streamed TV/movies and also for listening to music streamed from my android/computer to my Chromecast. I do not have a DVD or Blueray player. However, this is in a small room, about 11'x20'. Note that the TV/couch orientation uses the 11' distance and not the 20' distance. After looking at your diagrams for a 5.1 system, I noticed I have absolutely no room behind my couch since my couch is right up against the wall. This makes me think I'm not really taking advantage of a 5.1 system. I'm also not planning to upgrade the room size for another 3-5 years.

Would you suggest trying to sell the HTiB and starting from scratch with a 2.0/2.1 system? Will I see a notable upgrade from my HTiB? And since I use this for TV/movies, would it be advisable to get something with multiple inputs (like one of the 5.1 receivers) rather than just one of the amps you have listed above?

That receiver you linked to is only a radio receiver. You should look at something like this or this. Higher end receivers may not always give you better sound quality as that has a lot to do with speakers as well. I think you're better off with something mid-range like the links provided. The E300 has airplay which is nice if you have wifi and an iphone.

Sure. I purchased,

Denon AVR-E300 There is a newer model out now I believe.

Micca MB42X bookshelf speakers

Micca MB42X-C Center speaker

BIC America F12 Subwoofer

Fluance AVBP2 Sattalite speakers

I live in a smallish apartment and the 12 inch subwoofer is close to overkill for me. It will put out some heavy punch when turned up. I am happy with the speakers that I have.

How is this system for around a $1500 beginning 2.1 system. Is there anything better for the money I can buy in that budget?

SPEAKERS

SUB WOOFER

RECEIVER

Not sure if this is still an active post but thought I would post here before submitting a new post to r/hometheater

I have done some research and ended up just getting a receiver and a pair of bookshelf speakers. I was wondering what you, and everyone else, thought about what I got.

-Denon AVR-E300

-Klipsch Reference RB-61 II

-Monoprice 14AWG Speaker Wire

-Sanus Speaker Stands

I do notice that the bookshelf speakers are not capable of hitting the low bass notes in some songs that I listen to. Is there a sub that you can recommend that would work with my setup that will not be too overpowered but still able to fill a decent sized room. I was looking at getting the Klipsch SW-112 Subwoofer but was unsure if it would be too much for the bookshelf speakers. I do plan on keeping everything and eventually going to a 5.1 surround setup.

A pair of speakers, a receiver and AppleTV will work.

or a pair of speakers and a receiver with airplay like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376423437&sr=8-1&keywords=denon+e300

This Denon has a lot of wattage per channel power. Or for slightly less power check out this Denon. I'm not sure if either has a phono input, it's not always advertised. If not, you can get an external one. I know, however, that Onkyo still uses phono inputs regularly.

Do you have a network connection near the AVR currently or can you get one there? Get this Denon AVR E300 to start with. It has built in network capability and the ability to use your andriod or ipad table to control it. It's a pretty slick/easy to use app. I have both my phone (andriod) and iPad loaded with the app so I know it works with either one. Put our sources into the AVR with HDMI cables...label them correctly in the AVR and they will show up on the app. I think you'll like it.

http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1408791963&sr=1-1&keywords=5.1-Channel
Denon-AVR-E300
3d, five hdmi inputs, $249.99. this is as cheap as I would go for the AVR. it has Audyssey, an automatic speaker calibration system - which you'll find very impressive down the line.

If I were you, I'd invest in one nice center channel speaker and a halfway decent powered woofer (center and woofer do a vast portion of the heavy lifting apparently).

http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Reference-Center-Channel-Loudspeaker/dp/B0040QW7PG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1408792380&sr=1-1&keywords=Klipsch+RC-62+II
Klipsch RC-62 II Center Speaker
$399
you wont need to upgrade from this for a very long time.
if you want to save $50 bucks, you can go with the RC-52 instead of the rc-62.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002KVQBA/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Polk Audio PSW10 10-Inch Powered Subwoofer
Price: $101.98
a powered subwoofer keeps your AVR from having to work its ass off.


then I'd try to find some cheap surround and left/right speakers from goodwill or something that I wouldn't mind throwing away as more money becomes available and you decide to uprgrade.

Unless you go with some cheap HTiB forget about $300.

http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395515318&sr=8-1&keywords=denon+avr+300

http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-BS21-LR-80-Watts-2-Way-Speakers/dp/B004MEWZE4/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1395536646&sr=8-7&keywords=pioneer+speakers

http://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-sub-1500-15-150-watt-powered-subwoofer--300-634

That's about $450(?) for a decent 2.1 setup. You can add a cheap blu-ray player and still be close to $500. Add the other speaker down the road when budget allows

It depends on what kind of setup. if you are looking at like logitech speakers then it may plug into the subwoofer. But a standard stereo system would have a reciever that has sound inputs and then has out puts for a left right front. front center. right left rear. and sub woofer

Check out the picture of the back of this amp

Ok, so $200 is obviously not going to happen. I'll have to open up my wallet a bit. This post links to this receiver which unless I'm wrong will let me hook up everything including my record player, yes?

This unit does not come with speakers, which are obviously extra. If I'm ok with putting out the extra dough for this receiver, could you recommend some economical speakers?

I have a small college apartment and am hoping to buy a starter system for no more than $300. I have an AirPort express as well as plenty of Apple products to make good use of the AirPlay.

I don't need anything fancy as long as it works, as I don't think its a big challenge to fill an apartment as small as mine with decently loud tunes. That being said the cheapest combination of speakers, receiver and subwoofer you have listed would already be over my budget. Can I survive without the woofer?

EDIT: I should have looked around this subreddit more, I am reading more in your thread about building a 2.0 into a 5.1

EDIT 2: I have further assessed the situation. You recommend this receiver as the starting point, however given my budget is a bit smaller, would this one work as well? I would then get the suggested Micca MB42X bookshelfs unless you think these ones might be better (I've seen them on sale for cheaper than the Micca so I'd just wait for the opportune moment). I'm definitely a beginner in the audiophile department, so I'm not sure how many different inputs I need, but I would be trying to connect this to the TV + cable box, 2 consoles, and the airport express.

I bought this guy http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B7X2OV2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1 along with the speaker set after seeing the post this morning

What are your thoughts on the new series of Denon receivers for 2013? I was looking at a Denon 1613 for $329, but stumbled across the Denon E300 (which is, according to what I can find, the replacement unit for the 1613) for $399. For factory refurbs from A4L the price difference looks to be about $249 to $215

The main differences appear to be increased wattage per channel and a more updated suite of web functionality (smartphone remote apps, Spotify, etc). Despite this, neither unit has wireless internet connectivity out of the box. Whether it would end up costing an extra $70 or possibly $35, is the 'updated' variant worth the extra money in this case?

Went back and upgraded to this Receiver

I'm looking for a home theater system for around $500, though my currently proposal is going to cost closer to $700, which is about as much as I'm willing to spend. One of my main restrictions is that I can't have a subwoofer, since I'm in an apartment, and I've already gotten a complaint from a neighbor, so I'm trying to keep the super low bass down. As a result, I'm probably looking for something with tower speakers, which will provide some low end without (hopefully) disturbing the neighbors. I'm primarily using this for movies and videogames, but some music. What I've come up with so far is:

http://fluance.com/product/SXHTB_BK_5_Speaker_Surround_Sound_Home_Theater_System_black.eng-91.html

which seems to have gotten good reviews and powering it with

http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1412898550&sr=1-1&keywords=denon+e300

I'd also be willing to just buy 2 tower speakers with my receiver if that would make more sense. Let me know if that sounds reasonable or if any of you have any better suggestions for that price range. Thanks a lot.

Romanion thnx a mil, i found an awesome guide on building a custom home theater system, much easier than i first tought it would be.

Anyway i decided for:

receiver: Denon AVR-E300 - http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2

Subwoofer: BIC AMERICA F12 - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015A8Y5M/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0015A8Y5M&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwpuresimula-20


speakers front/rear: Micca MB42X
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E7H8GG2/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00E7H8GG2&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwpuresimula-20

center : Micca MB42X-C
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HHFBEK6/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?
ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00HHFBEK6&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwpuresimula-20&linkId=ADIW5VIJE4AGEDOK


Does anyone knows best places where i can buy those in EU? I googled for the receiver the past hour with no luck

PS: suggestions of how to make the text more readable in reddit are also welcomed :)

I have been putting together a 5.1 system, and was wondering if you would be able to take a look at it! Maybe something you would recommend other than what is here. This set up is a little more than I wanted to spend, but from what I have read about each piece, it seems to be worth it. Any advice is appreciated!


Denon S500BT


BIC America F12


Micca MB42X Center


Micca MB42X BookShelf


Fluance AVBP2 Surround


A few questions I have:

• Are the Fluance dedicated rear speakers worth the extra 50 bucks over 4 of the Micca bookshelf speakers?
  
  
• Is the Micca center speaker a recommended speaker? I didn't see it listed in the OP, but I found it while searching through amazon, and figured that matching the front two speakers was a good idea.
  
  
• I was also looking into the Denon E300, but I don't see any advantages over the S500BT - any advice?
  
  
• What other things will I need to complete this system? Some speaker cable for sure, do I need a sub cord or any banana plugs? It doesn't look the S500 uses plugs, but I figured I would ask.

Zeos! I LOVE this subreddit and have just bought a house with a new dedicated theater room! I am very excited and would really appreciate it if you could look over my build and give me any suggestions. The price is somewhat flexible so if there is something that you think would really help me then please don't hesitate to ask.

Epson 8350------------------------------------------------------------1100
SMSL SA50 Amp--------------------------------------------------------70
Speakers-----------------------------------------------------------------250
Screen------------------------------------------------------------------236
Receiver-----------------------------------------------------------------250
BIC America F12 Subwoofer-------------------------------------------184
Total--------------------------------------------------------------------2090

Some of the prices may have changed but it should be fairly close... So how would you improve on this build?

Thanks so much!!

Edit: Formatting

So after a good nights worth of research I've landed on some towers, subs and a receiver and I'd like some feedback:

Towers
Polk 75T (pair)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882290272

vs.

Klipsch F-30
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882780026

Receiver

Denon AVR E300
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B7X2OV2

Subwoofer (optional?)

Klipsch 12HG Synergy Series
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003VIWK0G/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER


Would I be better off taking the Klipsch towers and losing the sub? Should I go 3.1 over 2.1 -- Will it make that much of a difference?

as for the avr, i've used yamaha's in the past but much prefer denon. this is their equivalent receiver. i've just found denons easier to use. better remote, easier to set up, etc...

http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395515318&sr=8-1&keywords=denon+avr+300

For amplifiers in the $300 range you have a few really decent options.

2 channel?

Emotiva mini-X a-100 for $219
https://emotiva.com/products/amplifiers/mini-x-100
+
Schitt SYS Passive Preamp for $49
http://schiit.com/products/sys-passive-preamp

Or my preferred option due to inputs and subwoofer out
Yamaha S300BL Receiver
http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-R-S300BL-Stereo-Receiver-Black/dp/B0044779H2

It even has a phono in if you get the crazy vinyl madness going around.

Ok, what about multi-channel on a budget ?

Denon AVR-E300 5.1
http://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVR-E300-Channel-Networking-Receiver/dp/B00B7X2OV2

It is all multi-channel goodness and it has airplay and all that niceness. Plus it has a nice back panel that is simple as hell. Two RCA inputs, one optical, one coax plus a ton of hdmi connects and that is all except for the speaker connects and subwoofer out. hmmmm... yummy simple stuff for a usually complicated world. Does it have features that you will not use? Sure. Should it distract from quality? I really doubt it.

Funny it seems the Heresy even old ones for music if paired with a good subwoofer should outperform for sound the Infinity speakers but then again old Klipsch speakers especially for modern music is a real love em or leave em kind of sound.

He is asking for an amplifier, you only need this and this