Hey guys i can get a HK AVR635 for $635 USD

Will this be ok for an Epic 80 system?(Im getting a seperate amp for the fronts no matter what)

Also is there anything else around the price thast better?

Thanks a lot guys.

Zach,welcome. That's an excellent price for the 635 and it's hard to imagine how you'd do better. I'd suggest that you forget the "no matter what" part however, since it's entirely possible that the 635 will have more than enough power for your M80s in your listening room.. There's a tendency to overestimate power requirements and to spend money which could be used better elsewhere on power which will be unused.

- Yes

- if you insist.

- I doubt it.

I agree with John, the HK 635 is a great AVR, and is conservatively rated. HK also has no issues with 4 ohm loads. You may find you'll be happy, and be able to save some green for another purchase

First off welcome to the board.I think that's a pretty good price for the 635.It will run the M80s pretty good on it's own but don't discount what a good 2 channel amp will do for your system.You're going to be quite pleased with the M80s.I know I have been for the past two years.

Welcome Zach, That's a heck of a good buy on the 635 but if buying online I'd double check that the sellor is authorized by HK to sell the product, otherwise the manufacturers warranty *could* be voided if they are not an authorized dealer.

I have a 635 and also connected a two-channel amp to run my 80s for the front, makes for a neat little setup and you should enjoy it.

I just wanted some piece of mind and some reassurance before buying a HK AVR635 for 4 OHM towers and even the rest of the system.

I think im gonna go order it. Thanks guys you were a big help.

Welcome Zack. You'll be real happy with the 635, but as stated before make sure that the online dealer is licensed-HK customer service is great, but if you buy from an unlicensed dealer things get complicated if you have trouble. (Yes, I speak from experience.)

Ya thanks for the advice. This will be directly from HK though so nothing to worry about. : )

Actually now that ive been thinking about it....Is it worth going to the 7300 if im not gonna use the video upconversion?(Yes I know the 635 has it also but not as good I dont think)

I heard the 635 has Logic 7 that can be layered over dolby but this is only going to be a 5.1 setup so would that matter?

I can get the 7300 brand new for $1250 which is double what the 635 is. Worth the extra money or should I put it towards a amp for the fronts?

Also anyone thats heard both does the 7300 sound any better?

Welcome. The 80's are awesome speakers. I have a Denon 3805 but my mains are on Outlaw M200 Monos. If you would be satisfied with the features of the 635, buy it and use the extra funds for an amp IF you feel you need it.

You have good timing. TNTguy just upgraded to the 7300 from the 635. If he doesn’t respond, send him a PM. Funny, I think I posted this exact comment a day or two ago on a different string………

read up on the 635. I was considering it, but backed away after reading some issues with it on avsforum.com

Besides, I'm in Canada, and the prices for H/K are way way higher, so mucn so that there are better alternatives.

Newf, just curious and in a nutshell what are the issues concerning the 635? I haven't read or heard about any.

I would not totally believe everything on AVS, a lot of biased people over there The 635 is a fantastic AVR. I remember when I was first looking at speakers, and a lot of AVS folks bashed Axiom, talking all this bright, harsh, mechanical smack talk. My guess is that many of them never heard Axiom's, I know I have and love them. Once in a while a troll from AVS will stop by our forum and stir the pot a little.

I have also noticed this. Watch out for AVS. Some good advice on there but also a lot of not so good advice. This forum has been great so far. I would have to say Audioholics is not bad also. I think Ecoustics is in the same boat as AVS.

I went ahead and ordered the 635 and hopefully I wont regret it. Im the worst with making up my mind so I just wanted to buy something before it was another 2 weeks of combing through forums still without a reciever. I could not merit double the price for another 35 WPC with the 7300. I will put that extra $600 towards an amp if I even need it.

You may find that the 635 has enough juice for you and your m80's. Who knows until you try it out. I think you made a fine decision regarding receivers. And if you need more power, a strong two channel amp will be the way to go as you said. Plus you'll gain the respect of the other m80 freaks. Just a joke. Haha.

Good luck and enjoy.
Michael

Congrats on your choices. Get it all hooked up and enjoy. You can always upgrade later.

I think you'll be fine, you can always get some Outlaw Monoblock amps for 299 or less(b stock) to drive any of your speakers...The HK will have no problem driving the 80's.

Like mine... Love the extra push from the monos. IMHO

The 635 is an excellent AVR I think you will be quite happy. You have a high current receiver that will be pushing some very sensitive M80s. You will be in audio bliss.

Hi again!
I'm from Canada too and I've got my 7300 (do not jump and buy 635, although is a good receiver,but 7300 is THE BEST!)from "etronics"-they work with Borderfree(part of Canada Post), you know the total cost in canadian dollars(NO DUTY FEES-call Canada Customs and you'll see)at the check out on line.Amazing service!
Good luck!
Octavian

That is good to know... I had resigned myself to buying HK from Futureshop; good to know there is an alternative. Thanks !!

The only time to buy HK from FutileShop is around Christmas when they usually have a very deep discount on a few but not all HK receivers. We (Canadians) are taken to the cleaners by the Canadian distributor so we really have to be inventive/courageous when purchasing HK.

I bought used from the nicest man in San Diego and have had zero regrets.

zack, I have the HK630 and the Epic 80. The HK630 has a lot of power and will definitely play the M80's louder than I think you'll care to hear them. I don't know, maybe you really want to go deaf. Mine plays very loud and sounds great.

I'm not denying the fact that the HK7300 does have more power and it is the top of the HK line, but wait until you hear the HK635 before you make any decision on the HK7300. I think you'll be be plenty pleased with your current purchase.

As far as anything else is concerned, you can use seperate amps for just the fronts if you really want more power to the M80's and leave the rest of the speakers for the HK635 to power and you will be fine.

The HK635 is an excellent receiver.