Yamaha RX-797 2 Channels Receiver

Pros: Lots of power and inputs! Phono, XM and EQ friendly.
Cons: Cost was a bit high ($480). Hard to find, and find in-stock.

I just got my RX-797 and love it! Great, tight sound. I bought the unit for my rec-room, and have no need to do any home theatre stuff. Lots of power, low THD, and a bunch of inputs to include phono, and XM (if you buy the antenna/subscribe).

Connections were easy, and the pre in/out allows use of my trusty Yamaha GE-3 EQ. I also can drive my 4-ohm ARs with this thing!

Not many choices in this segment. And not much of what is good is in-stock. I had to wait nearly a month for mine to arrive at my local Tweeter store. But the unit was worth the wait! It would be a stand out if there were 1000 choices...

If you buy this unit, consider buying from a Yamaha authorized dealer. I believe only they can honor warranties & do repair work.

Pros: More options than I will use. Great sound.
Cons: Did not get here fast enough. Just kidding.

Beautiful!!! The Yamaha makes my Onkyo sound like a coffee can full of broken glass. My turntable sounds great too. I have it hooked with a pair of Polk Monitor 60’s. I will be in the market for a subwoofer soon and plan to upgrade the speakers. Buy this bad boy!