Question Replacing Pioneer SC-LX81

simonpj145

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Hi

I haven't kept myself up to date with home cinema over the last couple of years.

I'm looking to replace my old Pioneer LX81 receiver as I want one that handles 4K and ARC. My question is, how does the sound quality of the current generation of £500 machines compare? Thinking particularly of the Denon AVR-X2300W or Pioneer VSX-1131. Would I notice a drop in quality? Or have things moved on so much that sound quality would be improved?

I'm running a Samsung UE55HU5500 TV, B&W M1 speakers with a Rel Quake sub. Considering also the Panasonic 4K blu ray player.

While I'm asking I currently use the Pioneer's remote as a simple 1-4-all, any recommendations as to what to replace that with welcomed as well.

Many thanks for any thoughts you care to share.
 
Bump. I know the obvious point is to audition but they always sound good in an audition room!
 

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