Pros: Sounds better than your TV's audio! Cons: Mostly technology-based: No 5.1, no s-video, no component video, only mediocre sound, etc...
I purchased my unit as a "home theater package" as my first-ever, about 3 years ago. I was very pleased. It sounded SO much better than my Philips-Magnavox TV's factory audio. Then I made the mistake of educating myself and the erstwhile happy camper...
Pros: Good sound quality. Reliable. Many inputs. Cons: Not 5.1. Weak FM signal.
I bought this receiver about 3 years ago as an Open Box item at Circuit City. It still works great and has been hooked up to a VCR, my computer and my Nakamichi CD player.
I use Cambridge Soundworks Ensemble IV speakers, some of their lower...
Pros: Sound quality is good and it is a reliable product. Cons: A very week FM signal.Surround Sound is also week.
I purchased the VSX-D307 receiver about 4 years ago at a Costco here in Canada. It still works pretty good except the volume has a tendency to crackle when it is turned down low.
I also use Pioneer S-H552F-K tower speakers, a lower end...
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