Yamaha Soavo-1 5.1 package + RX-A2030

[uaproz]

Hi everyone,


I'm new to this forum and newbie in HT world. I have a media server and I love to watch hours of TV series and movies.

I have decided to go and buy HT. I found a deal: Soavo-1 5.1 package + RX-A2030 at a local shop in my city for around $5k.

I'm living in a remote area.... In a city called Abu Dhabi. .. getting any system at that size will cost me around $500 only to ship it here.

So, what do you think? Is it a good deal?

Second question which I'm confused about... amplifiers and AV receiver (RX-A2030), what's the difference? I mean, the RX-A2030 works as amplifier right? I'm I correct?? Or should I buy an amplifier as well???

Does the amplifiers work with the RX-A2030?

[Hdale85]

The RX-A2030 is a receiver, so it has built in amps. There are also pre/pro's which are just processors which have outputs to feed external amps. You generally get better quality and more power this route. You can also use a receiver as a processor and feed it to amps as long as it has pre-outs.

As for the package looking at the normal prices of those speakers individually it's not a bad price. If you can avoid shipping charges and what not as well then it's likely an excellent deal. Generally local small shops will sometimes cut you a deal as well, or you may be able to bundle some cables or something you need and get a good price on those etc.