Are big Yamaha CR series receivers worth much?

[Anubis]

Hmm, makes me wonder why there are a ton of CR-1000s on CL that are $100?

 

[RSDeuce]

Hmm, makes me wonder why there are a ton of CR-1000s on CL that are $100?

I have no clue, but I got mine for $100. It works just fine, but it seems that there are a few weak points in part replacement that could kill it for good. Maybe these are suffering?

This one has lasted 3 months... Seems to be solid.

 

[texasquad]

Yamaha CR-2020 Receiver $350 on CL Not mine


http://austin.craigslist.org/ele/1776977566.html

 

[Analog King]

Not CR series, but I am running a C-70 with a B-3 and I love the sound they produce. Just really smooth and listenable.
I have an ONKYO on the other side of the room as a second system and when you first power it up it has this LOUD boombastic bass heavy sound which a lot of visitors say they prefer to the Yamahas. Spend some time with both though and you quickly realize the YAMAHA set up is so much nicer to listen too.
The bass doesnt overide everything, it is nice and tight and just where it should be.
I am currently using a pair of Diatone speakers with this set up but on Friday will be adding a pair of NS200ma's. Can't wait!!

 

[Balifly]

Give us a report after you have enjoyed them for a while.
Here is a link provided by AK member ryuuoh in a previous thread.
http://www.audio-heritage.jp/YAMAHA/speaker/ns-200ma.html

 

[Analog King]

Will do!!
I wonder how these compare to the standard NS200m's ?
They were slightly more expensive back in the day.