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Darkside Hazuki

Darkside Hazuki

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My three year old Samsung HTIB (HT-DS610) just met it's end at the hands of static electricity. I need a replacement. It must have TWO optical audio inputs...and that's the only requirement. Couldn't care less about a DVD/CD changer, iPod adapter, or any other fancy crap. Preferably under $300. I am open to alternative suggestions in the right price range. Thanks in advance.
 
Nice, but that's speakers only. I think OP wants the receiver too in an all-in-one set up.

I'm partial to the Sonys myself, but for under $300 w/2 DA optical Outs? There aren't many options.

I suggest getting whatever you can afford, but with a powered splitter or component switcher like below:

http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Selector-Composite-Connections-Wireless/dp/B00062NHTS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1197175432&sr=1-3

I use something to this effect for DA only and it's fine for me.
 
[quote name='gunm']Nice, but that's speakers only. I think OP wants the receiver too in an all-in-one set up.[/QUOTE]

Specs say "High impact gamers with limited space will appreciate the system's compact speakers and integrated 6-channel receiver subwoofer, which delivers a colossal 600 watts total system power (RMS)."

Also listed is that it has 3 Digital Inputs (1 Coaxial, 2 Optical)/1 Audio Input. Going by his original post, it looks like it has what he asked for.
 
If you're willing to buy refurbished you can get this Onkyo with 2 optical inputs for about $170

http://www.shoponkyo.com/detail.cfm?productid=HT-SR600&modelid=115&group_id=1&detail=1&ext_war=1

It's factory refurbished directly from Onkyo and when you sign up for their club (which is free) you get 10% off refurbs, free shipping, and $10 off your first order. The general consensus from places like avsforum is that Onkyo makes very good budget systems and their refurbs are excellent quality.
 
[quote name='gunm']Nice, but that's speakers only. I think OP wants the receiver too in an all-in-one set up.

I'm partial to the Sonys myself, but for under $300 w/2 DA optical Outs? There aren't many options.

I suggest getting whatever you can afford, but with a powered splitter or component switcher like below:

http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Selector-Composite-Connections-Wireless/dp/B00062NHTS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1197175432&sr=1-3

I use something to this effect for DA only and it's fine for me.[/QUOTE]


Sony can make tvs but with receivers, Onkyo would be the way to go... not sony
 
[quote name='Darkside Hazuki']I bit on the Onkyo HT-SR600. I paid $259 all in (new). I'm picking it up tonight, I'll let you know how it is. Thanks again![/quote]

I'd be interested in hearing your impressions. Where did you buy it from?
 
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