First of all, remain positive to note that this compared with the same model two amplifiers more (now 7) and two subwoofer pre-outs (instead of one) has, WiFi to boot. While the EIA is to 499, - have been raised, but the street price is likely to be now arrived at about 350.
And for this price what is offered is simply breathtaking! I would not personally have thought it possible that these newcomers such a brilliant sound is able to produce, simply crazy! Of course, the sound is not comparable to a X4000 / 4100W, but he's not so far from what it suggests the price range. Still, it is possible to use the two additional amplifiers for surround Backs as Zone 2, which was not possible during the last year's model. Thus, there is in addition a sound with eg. Internet Radio on the balcony while you watch a movie or TV in the living room.
The calibration by Audyssee is as usual very easy by hand (please also on all 8 positions Calibrate!), And is based on graphic menus (also have been revised compared to the previous model series) explains very pleasant even for beginners. One can even tinker a micro tripod made of cardboard, also worthy of mention is.
All newcomers this receiver is warmly recommended. And do not be guided by some 1-star Rezensoren astray who may simply overwhelmed with the device, or simply too lazy to calibrate 8 positions (unbelievable really!). How thin or modest here sound (probably noticed in this price range!) Can attest, is actually an impossibility. I'm guessing here easy underground equipment, or even faulty equipment, or both.
Quite thick Buy rating with 5 stars.
