Arcam AVR300/Marantz SR7001

[higgster71]

Finalizing plans for a 7.1 system, will be used for movies only as I have a seperate 2 channel system. 7.1 system is as follows:

Paradigm Studio 60's
Paradigm Studio cc470
4 X Paradigm SA-10's in-ceilings
Def Tec Sub

Denon 3910 Universal Player

If I am going to use the system for movies only would the additional price of the Arcam be justified or would I likely not be able to tell the difference with movies and should just save a few bucks and buy the Marantz. Can't go the seperates route as an additional silver box, in addition to my two channel system, could result in a divorce. Additional alternative recommendations also welcome. Thanks.

[Audiophiliac]

Id still like to see someone get that monster Denon 5805MKII! Do it!

We sell both Denon and MArantz receivers as well as Paradigm speakers. I had a Denon 3802 powering 4 Studio 60 v.2 and a Studio CC in my apartment a few years back and it sounded stunning. I havent heard the Arcam receiver, but their reputation is very good. If you can audition both receivers, make your mind up that way. Dont rule out the higher end Denons either. The 4306/4806 are very nice units with top notch sound as far as receivers go.