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expirediconian | Staff posted Sep 27, 2024 10:06 PM
Integra DRX 3.4 100W 9.2-Channel 8K Network AV Receiver
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App works but UI and appearance are still a bit old-school but I feel like all receiver apps kind of are clunky.
The internal DAC is quite good. I've got a WiiM for streaming/app UI ease, and own a Geshelli J2 DAC plus a Denafrips Ares II DAC. Slight preference for the Denafrips over the Integra but man it's close. Integra DAC sounds similar to the Geshelli to my ear streaming hi-res from Amazon Music- and that's a good thing.
Make sure to update the firmware as soon as you get it- makes a big difference and irons out the operation.
Not sure I really need to but I am using a separate amp for my mains, so the pre-outs are great for my use.
This unit is very similar to the Onkyo RZ-50.
Happy to field any questions if anybody has any.
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App works but UI and appearance are still a bit old-school but I feel like all receiver apps kind of are clunky.
The internal DAC is quite good. I've got a WiiM for streaming/app UI ease, and own a Geshelli J2 DAC plus a Denafrips Ares II DAC. Slight preference for the Denafrips over the Integra but man it's close. Integra DAC sounds similar to the Geshelli to my ear streaming hi-res from Amazon Music- and that's a good thing.
Make sure to update the firmware as soon as you get it- makes a big difference and irons out the operation.
Not sure I really need to but I am using a separate amp for my mains, so the pre-outs are great for my use.
This unit is very similar to the Onkyo RZ-50.
Happy to field any questions if anybody has any.
App works but UI and appearance are still a bit old-school but I feel like all receiver apps kind of are clunky.
The internal DAC is quite good. I've got a WiiM for streaming/app UI ease, and own a Geshelli J2 DAC plus a Denafrips Ares II DAC. Slight preference for the Denafrips over the Integra but man it's close. Integra DAC sounds similar to the Geshelli to my ear streaming hi-res from Amazon Music- and that's a good thing.
Make sure to update the firmware as soon as you get it- makes a big difference and irons out the operation.
Not sure I really need to but I am using a separate amp for my mains, so the pre-outs are great for my use.
This unit is very similar to the Onkyo RZ-50.
Happy to field any questions if anybody has any.
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This integra model will be a good buy at $380-399 price range imo
This adds preouts for the 9 channels which the 7100 doesn't but lacks 11 channel processing of the RZ50.
Keep in mind like those two, it also has mono/parallel sub outs and does not offer Dirac's subwoofer RC(DLBC) integration/correction.
The RZ50 is scheduled to get the option to DLBC here soon, my guess will be when the new RZ30 comes out and gets it.
Not sure how DLBC will work with parallel/mono sub outs on the RZ50 but we will see.
This integra model will be a good buy at $380-399 price range imo
these receivers are feature-limited to the point of being crippled, and they have that problem with the power output cutting itself way down, with no notice and for no apparent reason.
the Integra DRX-8.4/onkyo rz70 are a big step up, different designs from the cheaper receivers, the rz70 for instance tests out really well.
now that we know what the upcoming rz30 is bringing to the table, it's worth waiting for a deal on that, or an rz70-grade receiver.
the industry will keep up this current price-whoring on these cheap weak designs, trying to get people to by the old junk before the rz30 hits the streets... black friday could be interesting.
these receivers are feature-limited to the point of being crippled, and they have that problem with the power output cutting itself way down, with no notice and for no apparent reason.
the Integra DRX-8.4/onkyo rz70 are a big step up, different designs from the cheaper receivers, the rz70 for instance tests out really well.
now that we know what the upcoming rz30 is bringing to the table, it's worth waiting for a deal on that, or an rz70-grade receiver.
the industry will keep up this current price-whoring on these cheap weak designs, trying to get people to by the old junk before the rz30 hits the streets... black friday could be interesting.
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