I've been "upgraded" - My receiver is being replaced & I have no choice.
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I've been "upgraded" - My receiver is being replaced & I have no choice.
I have been having Dts drops with my Sony STR-DB1070 since I bought it. I had a 5 year warranty and finally brought it in for repair. They've had it for over a month and decided ultimately that they can't fix it and they're gonna replace it with a new one. An STR DA1000ES - the lowest end ES line. The one I had was an inbetween model that had great reviews and such. It was also 800 bucks I think when I bought it, but the one they are replacing it with is going for half that. Plus, it's silver and won't match anything else I've got. So what should I do? Take it? Ask for something else? Also - they said my warranty is over since it's a new unit.
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Sounds like they are doing their best to offer a fair compromise. If you dont like the offer you can certainly ask for something else, however the ES line from Sony seems like a nice upgrade from a non ES receiver. Current prices dont really mean much, my 3000ES cost $1000 new and I see deals this week selling it for $499. Thats just the way it goes. Sony's warranty offers to fix or replace the product at their discretion and I think they have offered you not only a comparable product but perhaps a slight upgrade so they have met their obligation. You should have the remainder of your original 5 year warranty on the new receiver just no additional warranty period.
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Fair compromise? I'd scream and bitch that they compensate you for the full value of what you paid.
If you paid $800 for it and had a warranty to cover $800 you should get an $800 receiver.
If you paid $800 for it and had a warranty to cover $800 you should get an $800 receiver.
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Well I see that unit for sale on videogon used asking $400. http://cgi.videogon.com/cgi-bin/cl.p...122&class&3&4& Says new retail was only $699 not $800. You are likely getting a better receiver than you had before, I am not sure what you want them to do for you. Warranty is to fix or replace, not to allow your purchase to hold it's retail value for the life of the warranty. Who was your warranty through? I would contact them if you are unhappy with their decision, but in all honesty it sounds like they are being more than generous.
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Seems very fair to me as well.
Kind of like buying a $1,500 computer 6 or 7 years ago. You can get a better on for half the money, be happy! Remember your receiver would also be worth a LOT less not (even if it were not broken).
Kind of like buying a $1,500 computer 6 or 7 years ago. You can get a better on for half the money, be happy! Remember your receiver would also be worth a LOT less not (even if it were not broken).
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Originally Posted by Deftones
Fair compromise? I'd scream and bitch that they compensate you for the full value of what you paid.
If you paid $800 for it and had a warranty to cover $800 you should get an $800 receiver.
If you paid $800 for it and had a warranty to cover $800 you should get an $800 receiver.
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You're pretty much at the mercy of these extended warranties. If you read them, they will say they have the choice to replace it with a comparibly-featured product, and such and such.
Of course, if you can prove it's not as featured as your original one, and the specs are less, then yeah fight it.
Of course, if you can prove it's not as featured as your original one, and the specs are less, then yeah fight it.
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Originally Posted by DVD Josh
That's not how warranties work. They only have to give you something similar, value has nothing to do with it.
I know how warranties work, as I used to work at BB and I've had a couple items in on service.
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The warranty is through Ultimate Electronics... they are telling me that the warranty is null and void now that the unit is being replaced. The unit I originally bought was fairly unique - it was supposed to be ES quality with features and versatility of the DE line. I was guessing at 800, I couldn't remember the price - just that it was pricey compared to my previous receivers.
The thing that bothers me most is the color being different from the rest of my components and the poor reviews of the 1000ES. Should I ask for a Denon or something else instead? I have a Sony tv, DVD changer and tape deck... kinda wanted to stick with Sony for no good reason, but it's not required.
The thing that bothers me most is the color being different from the rest of my components and the poor reviews of the 1000ES. Should I ask for a Denon or something else instead? I have a Sony tv, DVD changer and tape deck... kinda wanted to stick with Sony for no good reason, but it's not required.
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I'd at least ask if they'll let you swap to something of equivalent value of what they are giving you.
Good thing it broke now and not in a year or so when all the Ultimate Stores are shut down.
Good thing it broke now and not in a year or so when all the Ultimate Stores are shut down.
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They filed for bankruptcy protection. Most of their stores out of the home areas are going away. Here in Minneapolis (home of Audio King) they have closed only a couple stores and the others will stay open. Not really sure what all is happening around the country. I think they are keeping most open around Ultimate's home in California. (is that the right place?)
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Originally Posted by Brian Shannon
An ES product is far better than the non ES one. Unless it does not have all the connections or functionality that you need I would be happy if I were you.
As for the OP go to this forum and ask your question. They'll be able to recommend something good and equitable. As it's a Sony only forum they are EXTREMELY knowledgable about all their products.
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IMO, a 1000ES is not substantially different from a top of the line DB. It's not until you jump up to the 3000ES line that you start to see the build quality and parts the ES line is known for show up.
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Originally Posted by Brian Shannon
I do not know if this is true or not since I have never seen the actual parts that go into these receivers. I do know that all ES products carry a 5 year warranty. That alone makes it better than any entry level Sony product.
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According to the Crutchfield site, it has no native phono-capable input. You would need a phono preamp. Did your old one have preouts for all channels? I was kinda surprised to see only a sub out on an ES model, but I guess it is the lowest one.
Crutchfield is usually excellent for high quality photos. Photos say a lot.
Crutchfield is usually excellent for high quality photos. Photos say a lot.
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Thanks for the advice...
I was at UE yesterday - the manager said he couldn't authorize a swap and I'd have to call the warranty number (which won't be open till monday). They lost my TV remote, and they tried to give me the 1000es. I refused it. While I was there, I looked at the front and back of the 3000es and the 1000es. It looked like they both had phono inputs.
1000es - phono is at top of the analog inputs and it has the ground.
3000es -
I was at UE yesterday - the manager said he couldn't authorize a swap and I'd have to call the warranty number (which won't be open till monday). They lost my TV remote, and they tried to give me the 1000es. I refused it. While I was there, I looked at the front and back of the 3000es and the 1000es. It looked like they both had phono inputs.
1000es - phono is at top of the analog inputs and it has the ground.
3000es -