The Integra line does have a few enhancements over the Onkyo line-up. The worth of it is debatable.
When I bought a Integra many moons ago (I think 2000), forget the model number, but it was near the top. They amps were upgraded, "better circuitry" (or so they claimed, more gold or something like that) and gold plated terminals to name some of the major ones.
I did end up returning it since I was having issues with humming, probably a ground loop problem. Ended up getting a marantz SR-8000 that I have been keeping my eye out for a pre/pro, which Onkyo has one and I think Pioneer. Would like to get a Anthem or something higher-end like that, but they just have joined the times with multiple HDMI connection or more importantly, all the new audio format.
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Sean Scott @ Jun 2nd 2008 4:41PM
The back of this receiver and the remote and the specs seem awfully similar to the Onkyo TX-SR606 that I just paid $400 for.
DEEZNUTZ @ Jun 2nd 2008 5:04PM
Where? $400 is a great price... cheapest I've seen is $430
Mr. E @ Jun 2nd 2008 5:27PM
Yeah, Integra is Onkyo's "upscale" brand name. Let's pay more for a name. What value! Heh.
Wesley Burchnall @ Jun 2nd 2008 9:57PM
But but, the name. My integra could have the same name as my car! :P
Just kidding before anyone flames me. I agree, I'd prefer Onkyo too with the specs shown.
zargon @ Jun 2nd 2008 10:17PM
The Integra line does have a few enhancements over the Onkyo line-up. The worth of it is debatable.
When I bought a Integra many moons ago (I think 2000), forget the model number, but it was near the top. They amps were upgraded, "better circuitry" (or so they claimed, more gold or something like that) and gold plated terminals to name some of the major ones.
I did end up returning it since I was having issues with humming, probably a ground loop problem. Ended up getting a marantz SR-8000 that I have been keeping my eye out for a pre/pro, which Onkyo has one and I think Pioneer. Would like to get a Anthem or something higher-end like that, but they just have joined the times with multiple HDMI connection or more importantly, all the new audio format.