JVC RX-8020V 5.1 Channels Receiver

Pros: 100 Watts x 5 Channel, DTS-ES, Dolby Digital-EX, surround-back speakers thru pre-amp out.
Cons: Published THD of 0.8 for 5 Channel and intimidating remote.

After having spent about a week doing research on receivers for under $300 (that's dollars spent, not MSRP -- MSRP for this is receiver is $450), I found myself always going back to the JVC RX-8020VBK receiver. It is the only receiver that I found that...

Pros: Easy setup and use, fantastic receiver
Cons: The remote might make you say...GEEZ!

All I can say is the other reviewer "tklung" has hit it ALL - right on the head. This is an absolutely fantastic Home Theater receiver in this price range. I went through all of my own research after reading his review of this receiver. I investigated...

Pros: Future proof, varied connectability (USB), JVC name, warranty, unit ergonomics, on-screen programming.
Cons: only 7 preset sound fields (DAP). LCD display on remote not back lit

The title of this review I think captures the essence of this receiver. For years, companies like Onkyo, Denon, Yamaha, even Kenwood and Sony have ruled the A/V Receiver market. There is a rumble brewing in A/V land, as JVC their old neighbor and pal...

Pros: The sound is incredible for the price.
Cons: I think they overrated the 100 watts per channel.

The other reviewers did a great job of telling you all the little details so I won't bore you with the same stuff. I'll just tell you about my experience with this receiver.

I bought this receiver for 247.77 from 6ave.com. The same receiver...

Pros: Packed with features. Excellent sound quality. Low price. Easy to setup and use.
Cons: Organization of the user manual could be better.

I spent a considerable amount of time comparing and auditioning home theater receivers before finally making a purchase. After looking at models from Denon, Onkyo, Sony, Harmon Kardon and others (up to my $900 spending limit), the JVC RX 8020VBK was the...