I currently have the 1069 paired with a 1075 amp powering B&W old CM series speakers (CM4, CMC, and CM2's) in a 5.1 set up and was thinking of replacing the 1069 with a Denon 4310 which would give me improved video processing and the Audyssey self calibration system. The idea is to use the Denon as a prepro and biwire. What do you guys think? Will I lose a lot of sound quality?
RSP-1069 vs Denon 4310CI
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RSP-1069 vs Denon 4310CI
TV: Sony XBR-85X850G
Receiver: Anthem MRX 720
Amp: Monolith 7X
Speakers: B&W 702 S2 Fronts, HTM71 S2 center, 706 S2 Surrounds
Sub: SVS PB 3000
Conditioner: Panamax M4300-PM
Bluray: OPPO BDP-93 & Panasonic DP-UB820
Remote: Harmony OneTags: None- Bottom
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When I had a RMB-1085 I swapped between a 1069 and a Denon 4308 (as preamp only). With the Denon set to no EQ the sound was almost identical. In fact I would have given the Denon a slight edge at lower volumes. The improved GUI of the Denon and the Audyssey easily put the Denon ahead of the Rotel. As well the Rotel is seriously picky about how you aim the remote. The Denon on the other hand could be controlled much easier. This is huge for me as my rack is behind me.- Bottom
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Originally posted by JRachwalskiWhen I had a RMB-1085 I swapped between a 1069 and a Denon 4308 (as preamp only). With the Denon set to no EQ the sound was almost identical. In fact I would have given the Denon a slight edge at lower volumes. The improved GUI of the Denon and the Audyssey easily put the Denon ahead of the Rotel. As well the Rotel is seriously picky about how you aim the remote. The Denon on the other hand could be controlled much easier. This is huge for me as my rack is behind me.TV: Sony XBR-85X850G
Receiver: Anthem MRX 720
Amp: Monolith 7X
Speakers: B&W 702 S2 Fronts, HTM71 S2 center, 706 S2 Surrounds
Sub: SVS PB 3000
Conditioner: Panamax M4300-PM
Bluray: OPPO BDP-93 & Panasonic DP-UB820
Remote: Harmony One- Bottom
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I've tried Pioneer Elite and high end yamaha receivers as preamps/processors with my Rotel 1075 and 1077 amplifiers. Compared to the Rotel 1069 and 1570 I could clearly hear a difference in 2 Channel playback. The Rotel was much cleaner, open and revealing in sonic character. I wanted an excuse to buy either the Yamaha or Pioneer because I was tired of HDMI quirkiness on the part of the Rotel HDMI implementation VS the mass produced receivers.
But the sound quality for music was superior IMO on the Rotel. For mostly home theatre applications, I couldn't tell the difference.
I should say that with the recent firmware upgrades for the 1570, everything works just nicely for me right now. Also, the B&W North American support group are exceptional to deal with. My experience with Denon, Yamaha, Sony and Pioneer service over the years wasn't quite the same.- Bottom
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Originally posted by chanlonI've tried Pioneer Elite and high end yamaha receivers as preamps/processors with my Rotel 1075 and 1077 amplifiers. Compared to the Rotel 1069 and 1570 I could clearly hear a difference in 2 Channel playback. The Rotel was much cleaner, open and revealing in sonic character. I wanted an excuse to buy either the Yamaha or Pioneer because I was tired of HDMI quirkiness on the part of the Rotel HDMI implementation VS the mass produced receivers.
But the sound quality for music was superior IMO on the Rotel. For mostly home theatre applications, I couldn't tell the difference.
I should say that with the recent firmware upgrades for the 1570, everything works just nicely for me right now. Also, the B&W North American support group are exceptional to deal with. My experience with Denon, Yamaha, Sony and Pioneer service over the years wasn't quite the same.TV: Sony XBR-85X850G
Receiver: Anthem MRX 720
Amp: Monolith 7X
Speakers: B&W 702 S2 Fronts, HTM71 S2 center, 706 S2 Surrounds
Sub: SVS PB 3000
Conditioner: Panamax M4300-PM
Bluray: OPPO BDP-93 & Panasonic DP-UB820
Remote: Harmony One- Bottom
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Originally posted by hery19I listen to music nowadays about 30% of the time and when I do listen mostly its in 5 CH stereo, I spend more time watching movies now with blurays new high def sound formats that the 1069 can't decode.- Bottom
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Hurin is correct. Plus, if you set your blu-ray player to PCM mode connected via HDMI, its identical on the 1069 VS the 1570. If you are not experiencing any issues with HDMI handshaking, personally I'd keep the 1069. It's none of my business but the sound quality between the 1069 and 1570 is near indistinguishable. Personally I think the 1570 is a 1069 with a new HDMI board and different cosmetics cause Rotel felt pressured to have it 1.3 compatible.
The Denon may have a better scaler but if your source components are connected via HDMI, let the components do the scaling.
Originally posted by hurinMost new Bluray players can decode the new sound formats, and some are really cheap. If they can they will have the Dolby True-HD, and the DTS master audio logos on the fromt. Set one of these players to output sound as PCM over HDMI, and you should be in audio heaven.- Bottom
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Originally posted by chanlonHurin is correct. Plus, if you set your blu-ray player to PCM mode connected via HDMI, its identical on the 1069 VS the 1570. If you are not experiencing any issues with HDMI handshaking, personally I'd keep the 1069. It's none of my business but the sound quality between the 1069 and 1570 is near indistinguishable. Personally I think the 1570 is a 1069 with a new HDMI board and different cosmetics cause Rotel felt pressured to have it 1.3 compatible.
The Denon may have a better scaler but if your source components are connected via HDMI, let the components do the scaling.
What I'm wondering is if I could do better with a Denon 4310 as a prepro paired to the 1075,taking advantage of its added features such as Audyssey, video processor, Dolby Volume, and so forth compared to the 1069 that doesn't have these features.TV: Sony XBR-85X850G
Receiver: Anthem MRX 720
Amp: Monolith 7X
Speakers: B&W 702 S2 Fronts, HTM71 S2 center, 706 S2 Surrounds
Sub: SVS PB 3000
Conditioner: Panamax M4300-PM
Bluray: OPPO BDP-93 & Panasonic DP-UB820
Remote: Harmony One- Bottom
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Originally posted by hery19What I'm wondering is if I could do better with a Denon 4310 as a prepro paired to the 1075,taking advantage of its added features such as Audyssey, video processor, Dolby Volume, and so forth compared to the 1069 that doesn't have these features.
I have a 1069/1095 system upgraded from an ONKYO AVR. Sure I miss some features the ONKYO had but my ears appreciate the ROTEL sound the best.- Bottom
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Originally posted by hifiguymiThe RSP-1570 and RSP-1069 are the same except for the HDMI board (for HDMI v1.3) and the DSP engine (with decoding for the HD audio formats). The DACs and analog section are the same.
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Originally posted by hery19taking advantage of its added features such as Audyssey, video processor, Dolby Volume, and so forth compared to the 1069 that doesn't have these features.
Also the 1069 has the superiour DAC, so replacing it with the Denon is :roll:- Bottom
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Originally posted by Ken49rIt's a trade-off between features (bells & whistles) and sound quality IMO. I think ROTEL does a fine job with what they offer, if SQ is what you are after. It's just a matter of preference I guess.
I have a 1069/1095 system upgraded from an ONKYO AVR. Sure I miss some features the ONKYO had but my ears appreciate the ROTEL sound the best.TV: Sony XBR-85X850G
Receiver: Anthem MRX 720
Amp: Monolith 7X
Speakers: B&W 702 S2 Fronts, HTM71 S2 center, 706 S2 Surrounds
Sub: SVS PB 3000
Conditioner: Panamax M4300-PM
Bluray: OPPO BDP-93 & Panasonic DP-UB820
Remote: Harmony One- Bottom
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Originally posted by hurinAs far as I can tell its just old techniques dressed up in new names. Audyssey is making a fantom speaker by having the two rear speakers play the same mono signal tricking the brain into thinking the sound comes from between the two, Dolby Volume is an equalizer, and the video processor is likely to be irrelevant since its better to let the player do the scaling and deinterlacing of DVD material.
Also the 1069 has the superiour DAC, so replacing it with the Denon is :roll:TV: Sony XBR-85X850G
Receiver: Anthem MRX 720
Amp: Monolith 7X
Speakers: B&W 702 S2 Fronts, HTM71 S2 center, 706 S2 Surrounds
Sub: SVS PB 3000
Conditioner: Panamax M4300-PM
Bluray: OPPO BDP-93 & Panasonic DP-UB820
Remote: Harmony One- Bottom
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Originally posted by hery19Thanks for your inputs Ken49r, so you think I shouldn't mess with what I currently have in the 1069 as a prepro. :T
Thats the nice thing about choosing separates, when you do upgrade the 1069 you will have your 1075 to power it.- Bottom
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