Home theater help please?

[finster_32]

I am looking to upgrade my Yamaha HTR-5320. I was all gung ho over the Onkyo TX-S606. However, I have since discovered the Sony STR-DG820. However I dont know if the Sony upconverts like the Onkyo.

My TV only has 1 HDMI and the Onkyo has 4 HDMI ports which would eliminate the need for a switchbox. So I am looking for a unit that has at least 2 HDMI ports as well as upcoverts since my curent DVD is a standard player. I am trying to stay below 300.00 the cheaper the better.

Thanks for any advise!

[JamesE]

Stick to the Onkyo. Sony receivers just aren't as good.

[peterd]

The Sony looks pretty good. I've had the Onkyo TX-SR606 since September and am very happy with it.

[GrumpyMac]

Go with the Onkyo as it has a LOT of features for the money. Look into the TX-SR505 for about $380.

Sony "ES" series of receivers are good, but the rest are ... so so quality.