Denon AVR-3300 5.1 Channels Receiver

Pros: Clean amp, Warm musical sound, 5 Channel Stereo mode, 8 channel inputs for future formats
Cons: Remote control, Component video switching probably not up to HDTV specs

This Denon is an upgrade from my previous Yamaha RXV-870 receiver. I was searching for a receiver that would provide better audio quality along with Dolby Digital and DTS decoding. I got what I was looking for, plus some.

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Pros: Excellent channel separation, 5 channel mode that works well
Cons: Bad heatsink design. Remote can be better.

I was looking for a replacement receiver for my Yamaha RV2092 which doesn't have DTS decoding for a while now. I didn't want to spend another $1500 for anew receiver so when I saw the Denon AVR3300 being auctioned at Ubid, I couldn't resist. Paid almost...

Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing

Well, what can I say about this model, I just recieved it two days ago, I bought it used through an add on this web site(Thanks James). If you haven't heard of this model, i'll give you the brief rundown. This was denons top model reciever for consumers...

Pros: What you get for your money.
Cons: None

I recently bought this receiver and right out the gate I was happy. I mean, for about a $1000. you can have a really good sounding receiver with tons of features. Allot of the features found on this receiver you won't find on receiver's twice this...

Pros: Price/Performance, Component video switching, DTS decoding, Assignable optical inputs, Great power
Cons: Older unit, One pair of surround speakers (5.1), only switches two component sources, no DVI

I have owned the DENON AVR-3300 since it's initial release, and it has been an absolute top performer. Whether you're looking for a highly capable unit to be your primary receiver, or need this for a secondary room, the AVR-3300 will not disappoint. ...

Pros: Processing and amplifier power, ease-of-use, build quality, features, SOUND QUALITY and VALUE.
Cons: If you want THX Ultra you've got to spend more for the AVR-5700, but what do you expect that they should give this stuff away?

First off, let me start by getting straight to the point. If you are planning on spending around $1000 for an A/V receiver, the AVR-3300 is the one to buy. This is not just my opinion, but audio reviewers in the press join me in that opinion as well. For...

Pros: all the bells and whistles
Cons: none that i can find

This is such a great receiver. Don't even compare to Yamaha or Sony. This is very sweet sounding, with many good modes for the surround and effects. All very customizable. I went from an old powerhouse of a receiver from the 70's to this and don't regret...

Pros: Power, upgrade capable, functions
Cons: Remote

For those who want a top quality receiver for an average price, this is the one to choose. This receiver has almost everything the top quality receivers from Denon have as far as options with a sound quality and power you won't believe. This unit can be...

Pros: Price, Sound Quality, Inputs
Cons: Ugly Remote

I owned my Onkyo TX-DS838 for over three years before deciding to replace it. I was unhappy with it's Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound decoding, and I was very unhappy with its limited number of digital inputs. The tuner was a chore to run from the...

Pros: Attractive, powerful, full of features.
Cons: There really aren't any.

I bought my Denon AVR3300 almost 3 years ago, when they were still scarce and paid the full retail price for it. At 105 watts per channel it has more power than most of us will ever approach at home, especially if we are also using an external powered...

Pros: Strong Power DTS Incredible Sound
Cons: Horrible Remote Fan Noise

I bought this receiver on UBid about two years ago and overall have been very happy. It was a r ...

Pros: Audio sound. Versatility. Lots of inputs.
Cons: Remote confusing.

What else can I say but WOW! The receiver is just purely awesome. Many people told me to buy Yamaha over Denon because Yamaha provides betters movie sound and Denon provide better sound quality. I listened to both of them and I immediately made my...

Pros: It does the job.
Cons: Volume level (attenuation setting) needs to be larger; input cross-talk

My unit does not suffer from the "noisy fan" syndrome that I've read about. I would never know that the 3300 even had a fan.

Since the 3300 has been out of production for a while, these reviews aren't likely to sway anyone's purchasing...

Pros: Sound, Power, Clarity, Construction, Value
Cons: none

People that have been around the industry in the past two year have noticed that Denon has been putting out some amazing products. They rivals many other products that cost thousands more.

The Denon AVR-3300 IS THE most sought after receivers...

Pros: Sounds great. Easy to set up. DSP's work very well indeed.
Cons: Remote too complex (aren't they all)

We lived for a couple of years with a $3000 Pioneer receiver with AC3 (Dolby Digital) that worked perfectly for Laserdisc but was a struggle to make work with any other input source. The Laserdisc was retired when a DTS DVD player came home to roost,...