ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 So here's my dilemma. I am the proud owner of both, an MXR-150 and an AVR-100. I'm keeping one of them, and leaning towards the AVR. They are both in excellent condition and function flawlessly. I'd appreciate some input. Thanks. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodH 4,820 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Hi CF1 I realize you are new here, so I'll lay it out for you. Keep both, acquire more! That's how we roll here.🤣 All BS aside, Why do you think you would be better off with the AVR? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 3, 2021 Author Share Posted March 3, 2021 I'm kind of interested in exploring this Sonic Holography thing. However, the MXR-150 is a straight forward powerhouse. You know what? Maybe you're right. I'll consider hanging on to both for now. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 3, 2021 Author Share Posted March 3, 2021 Could you enlighten me on your preferences? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfg4wd 114 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Welcome to the site Keep them both, chances are they will not go down in value anyway 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodH 4,820 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Honestly, I've never dealt with the AVR version. From afar, they look to be kissing cousins. You would know better than I on the differences. What are your impressions. And ignore @bfg4wd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sk1Bum 9,894 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Hello ChestnutFalcon1201, and welcome to thecarversite.com. We're glad you're hear. There is a lot of information here, much technical know how, and a pretty good bunch of folks that are happy to help. I have no experience with either of those receivers, but I'll have to agree with RodH, keep them both. Once you get to Novice status, please consider uploading some pics of your gear in the Members Systems area. We all like pics of all kinds of audio gear. In the meantime, kick your shoes off, turn up the music, and welcome aboard. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 3, 2021 Author Share Posted March 3, 2021 There are many similarities, but looking on the inside, 2 totally different transformers. The AVR has about 8 lbs on the MXR. A giant transformer. I understand that the MXR, with the magnetic field amp, has Bob's technology that allows a smaller transformer. However, the AVR is also a MFA. All of the circuit boards look similar, but the AVR has an extra amp mounted in the rear for the surround speakers. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 3, 2021 Author Share Posted March 3, 2021 8 minutes ago, Sk1Bum said: Hello ChestnutFalcon1201, and welcome to thecarversite.com. We're glad you're hear. There is a lot of information here, much technical know how, and a pretty good bunch of folks that are happy to help. I have no experience with either of those receivers, but I'll have to agree with RodH, keep them both. Once you get to Novice status, please consider uploading some pics of your gear in the Members Systems area. We all like pics of all kinds of audio gear. In the meantime, kick your shoes off, turn up the music, and welcome aboard. Thanks. Excited to be here. And yes... I'm keeping them both. You don't have to twist my arm...😄 I'll upload some pics soon. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 3, 2021 Author Share Posted March 3, 2021 17 minutes ago, bfg4wd said: Welcome to the site Thanks. Good to be herr. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceman117 722 Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 Welcome! Wise choice keeping them both! Get us some pics when you can.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 4, 2021 Author Share Posted March 4, 2021 33 minutes ago, aceman117 said: Welcome! Wise choice keeping them both! Get us some pics when you can.... Will do 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Community Admin AndrewJohn 8,184 Posted March 4, 2021 Community Admin Share Posted March 4, 2021 Welcome @ChestnutFalcon1201, glad you found us... As your journey with OCCD continues..., no doubt you will end up picking up a Carver C-9 Sonic Holography unit..., That will solve any issues for a system that doesn't have it "native"... Or, worse, you'll find that you prefer the external loop SH circuit better than the on-board internal SH circuit..., Golden ears say they can tell the difference. 😉 But bottom line is, you can have your cake, and eat it too, with a C-9. (BTW, folks here really work hard to be excellent "enablers" spending your money on new Carver gear..., you will find this truth to be self evident. 😉 ) Welcome! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Adams 390 Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 Funny.... asking this group which piece of carver gear to get rid of... lamb to slaughter... welcome aboard, great group of people here! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob 4,308 Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 (edited) Welcome @ChestnutFalcon1201 to the site. IMO you should keep both. I am sure there is no monthly payments and you don’t need to register them every year. And you know, now that you have joined, you will surely start putting together systems for every room in the house. So keep the MXR. I have had mine since new in 1987 and it is a great receiver. Edited March 4, 2021 by Rob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadvw 2,807 Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 3 hours ago, ChestnutFalcon1201 said: Thanks. Excited to be here. And yes... I'm keeping them both. You don't have to twist my arm...😄 I'll upload some pics soon. Way to go @RodH! Another recruit to the OCCD club. He was an easy catch.........grin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChestnutFalcon1201 24 Posted March 4, 2021 Author Share Posted March 4, 2021 51 minutes ago, Dadvw said: Way to go @RodH! Another recruit to the OCCD club. He was an easy catch.........grin Hook ,line and sinker. The old, snow to an Eskimo, thing. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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