I was wondering if you guys (or gals) who have had experience with Rotel, Arcam, and Anthem could comment generally about how you think the three brands compare? (i.e., in musicality, video, breakdowns, service & warranty, build quality, etc.). These three brands are in my price range (amp, processor, and dvd/cd player). Much obliged for any feedback!
Rotel, Arcam, or Anthem?
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Well Anthem makes no DVD player or any cd players to my knowledge. Their pre/pro entry level is as expensive as Rotel's most expensive model. They sound good, made in North America and have tremendous features and the best upgrade program in the industry IMO. Soundwise, I think they sound about the same as Rotel and entry level Arcam in my experience hearing them in a showroom. The Arcam AVP 9 is a substantial step up from the competition in sound quality but costs $5500. I do not care for the Arcam or Anthem amps but have not heard the expensive Statement series amps from Anthem. I really like Rotel amps and have a 1095. Perhaps not suprisingly, I think Rotel is the best combination of value and performance. If I had the money I would buy the Arcam AVP 9 or the Anthem Statement D 2. and a combination of Rotel digital amplification, but we are talking real money for this option. Keep in mind the Rotel pre/pros are due to be replaced with new models next year since they are getting a bit long in the tooth.- Bottom
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Some people in this area have had some quality control issues with Anthem (maybe).
Read this thread and take it with a proverbial grain of salt.
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I have the Arcam 200 which was an upgrade from a $200.00 Sony, needless to say huge difference. Then added the Rotel 1040 DVD from a $150.00 Sony DVD player wow. Does not answer your question but you certainly get returns for the dollar when you shop/compare.- Bottom
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Originally posted by shadow 8If I had the money I would buy the Arcam AVP 9 or the Anthem Statement D 2. and a combination of Rotel digital amplification, but we are talking real money for this option. Keep in mind the Rotel pre/pros are due to be replaced with new models next year since they are getting a bit long in the tooth.- Bottom
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Originally posted by gritSome people in this area have had some quality control issues with Anthem (maybe).
Read this thread and take it with a proverbial grain of salt.
http://www.htguide.com/forum/showthr...?t=7513&page=3- Bottom
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Originally posted by KRCI have the Arcam 200 which was an upgrade from a $200.00 Sony, needless to say huge difference. Then added the Rotel 1040 DVD from a $150.00 Sony DVD player wow. Does not answer your question but you certainly get returns for the dollar when you shop/compare.- Bottom
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Originally posted by EastCoasterThanks for that! I agree, we're talking Big Bucks for the Anthem Statement D2 - a bit out of my league. Is there any news about Rotel's new models and when they'll come out?- Bottom
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Keep in mind that the Statement D2 and the AVM50 from anthem also include a ton of video scaling... Basically, you're getting @$1500 USD of video scaling/deinterlacing.... For those looking to combine audio and video in one unit, and don't want to get an additional external video scaler, it's not that much of a cost premium...- Bottom
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