Denon AVR1804 vs AVR1803, differences?

[fountboy]

What are the differences between the Denon AVR1804 and AVR1803? If I can get a used 1803 for a decent price, am I missing anything by going with that over an 1804? Thanks.

Ryan

[markw]

Here's the answer to the first part of your question...

1804 • Dolby Digital, including Surround Ex decoding • Dolby Pro Logic II decoding with Cinema and Music Modes • DTS ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 decoding • DTS Neo:6 Cinema & Music Surround decoding • Analog Devices Melody 32-bit Fixed Point DSP processor • 6 Channels equal power amplifier section • 90 watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, <.08%THD) • 125 watts per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, <.7%THD) • Banana Plug Speaker Connections all channels (Except Speaker B) • Subwoofer Pre-out, with Variable Hi/Low Pass Cross-over points(80/100/120/150Hz) • 24 bit, 96 kHz high resolution DACs on all eight channels • Real 24 bit, 96 kHz Digital Interface Receiver • 2 sets component video inputs(30MHz), compatible with progressive DVD, DTV • 5 sets composite and "S" video inputs • 5.1 external wide bandwidth (100 kHz) input for future multi-channel formats (such as DVD-Audio) • 5/6 Channel Stereo • Personal Memory Plus • 4 assignable digital inputs (3 Optical, 1 Coaxial) • Optical digital output • Front Panel A/V Inputs, with S-Video and Optical Digital • Front Panel Speaker A/B Selector • 9 analog inputs including built-in AM/FM tuner • Multi-Zone stereo pre-amp level audio outputs, with Discrete Power on/off, Source selection • Assignable 6th Channel Amplifier, for Second Zone with Discrete Remote Volume Control • On-Screen Display • Remote I/O Ports • Glow-Key pre-programmed remote features codes from other manufacturers; Glow in the dark main function keys • Dimensions: 17.1"w x 6.7"h x 16.4"d • SRP $499


1803 - Dolby Digital, including Surround Ex decoding • Dolby Pro Logic II decoding with Cinema and Music Modes • DTS ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 decoding • DTS Neo:6 Cinema & Music Surround decoding • Analog Devices Melody 32-bit Fixed Point DSP processor • 6 Channels equal power amplifier section • 80 watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, <.08%THD) • 110watts per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, <.7%THD) • Banana Plug Speaker Connections all channels • Subwoofer Pre-out, with Variable Cross-over points(80/100/120Hz) • 24 bit, 96 kHz high resolution DACs on all eight channels • Real 24 bit, 96 kHz Digital Interface Receiver • 2 sets component video inputs(27MHz), compatible with progressive DVD, DTV • 5 sets composite and "S" video inputs • 5.1 external wide bandwidth (100 kHz) input for future multi-channel formats (such as DVD-Audio) • 5/6 Channel Stereo • Personal Memory Plus • 4 assignable digital inputs (3 Optical, 1 Coaxial) • Optical digital output • Front Panel A/V Inputs, with S-Video and Optical Digital • 9 analog inputs including built-in AM/FM tuner • Multi-Zone stereo pre-amp level audio outputs, with Discrete Power on/off, Source selection and Remote Volume Control • Assignable 6th Channel Amplifier, for Second Zone with Discrete Remote Volume Control • Remote I/O Ports • Glow-Key pre-programmed remote features codes from other manufacturers; Glow in the dark main function keys • Dimensions: 17.1"w x 6.7"h x 16.4"d

Appears to be marginally more power but not enough to get hot and sweaty over. That's about all I can really see.

Me, being a cheap SOB, would opt for a NIB 1803 if the discount were enough and there's no performance sacrifice.. I got a 2802 for $399 (6th Ave in store only) when the 2803 came out.

Do I feel I'm missing something? Nah!

Actually I feel I've gained something. ...$300 - 400!

Big money can be saved if you can give up being the first on the block.