I'm (finally) looking at buying myself a new AV receiver. On advice obtained in this very forum I am looking at either the Denon 3805 or the Marantz 7500. My preference would be the marantz, but it may come down to price.

Where (in Melbourne) can I find these, and what should I be looking at paying (not RRP)?

Given the 3806 is out soon, I was hoping I might be able to get a good deal on the 3805. The places I've been to either seem to stock low end (eg JB HiFi) or high end (eg Encel, Tivoli) stuff.

Thanks

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Try Secher Audio in Camberwell. I heard recently they had the Denon AVR-3805 at $1999. I've dealt with them and they seem pretty good to me.

Try Carlton Audio Visual.

I'm (finally) looking at buying myself a new AV receiver. On advice obtained in this very forum I am looking at either the Denon 3805 or the Marantz 7500. My preference would be the marantz, but it may come down to price.

Where (in Melbourne) can I find these, and what should I be looking at paying (not RRP)?

Given the 3806 is out soon, I was hoping I might be able to get a good deal on the 3805. The places I've been to either seem to stock low end (eg JB HiFi) or high end (eg Encel, Tivoli) stuff.

Thanks

EDIT: Corrected title, had incorrect model number

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Don't forget the Yamaha 4600 has been heavily discounted and is well worth a look in this range..

I'm (finally) looking at buying myself a new AV receiver. On advice obtained in this very forum I am looking at either the Denon 3805 or the Marantz 7500. My preference would be the marantz, but it may come down to price.

Where (in Melbourne) can I find these, and what should I be looking at paying (not RRP)?

Given the 3806 is out soon, I was hoping I might be able to get a good deal on the 3805. The places I've been to either seem to stock low end (eg JB HiFi) or high end (eg Encel, Tivoli) stuff.

Thanks

EDIT: Corrected title, had incorrect model number

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JB sell Denon? which store?

I 2nd CAV and Secher Audio. Friendly, knowledgable staff, no pressure selling

Yeah CAV in Carlton are good.

You can also find both at E-Home in Carnegie...

You could also try Audiotrends (Ringwood) or Klef Hifi (Broadmeadows)

Rass....

A-1 audio (whatmough) also sell marantz. audio trends too sell denon.

A-1 audio (whatmough) also sell marantz. audio trends too sell denon.

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I got my 3805 at Radio Parts Carnegie - good blokes there and they will do a deal

Don't forget the Yamaha 4600 has been heavily discounted and is well worth a look in this range..

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I agree nobby, for $1990 currently at eastwood, I'd even change to the dark side on the 4600 over the other two

I agree nobby, for $1990 currently at eastwood, I'd even change to the dark side on the 4600 over the other two

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yep that yam is an extraordinary bargain at the 50% off, but don't you dare cross over to the land of yam norpus ! hehehe

I agree nobby, for $1990 currently at eastwood, I'd even change to the dark side on the 4600 over the other two

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Me too, it's such a rich feature set for half price, unbelievable really!

Just to follow up. Thanks for all the great suggestions. After much traveling around and discussing price with people, I ended up getting the Marantz 7500 (had to wait a week to get the silver one, which is why this post is only happening now!) for $1500 from HiFi Supermarket.

I was leaning towards the marantz anyway, and everywhere else I spoke to wanted much closer to $2k for the denon, so this was a great deal for me :-)

I've just finished setting it up, and am listening to it now. Very easy setup, looks great, and sounds brillant!

Now I think I need new speakers... *evil grin*

Thanks again!