BEST Sounding Receiver Of 2020? NAD T778 Review & Setup

We review the NAD T778 9 channel receiver with Dolby Atmos and DTSX and Dirac Live.
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[@BillyBlastoff9]

This review is outstanding. I'm waiting on delivery of T778 so I didn't need to be sold but I'm much more excited after viewing this very informative piece. Thank you. Thank you very much.

[@neilhansen3025]

Thanks for the review Shane. I’ve been waiting for the T778 to be released

[@user-yb2pk1jt1l]

Excellent review. I especially appreciate that you went through all of the settings for us to see.

[@therealshanelee]

👍

[@noelgrassy4278]

The reaction shots fuck me up every time! Nice job man.

[@bski3628]

Thanks Shane just bought this to replace a Integra 80.3. Nice review learned a few things about the set-up from your review

[@gavinbaumanis6078]

Thanks for your review. I bought this amp just this week. It is as you advertised!

[@torqueofthedevil8145]

Great detailed review, many thanks.

[@orionv75]

I’ve had this for a month now, it’s changed the way I listen to music, was always 80/20 movie /music, with this it’s now 50/50, stereo sounds amazing, and that touchscreen cover art ... beautiful !

[@antonioantequeracid6005]

What did you have before if it's not too much trouble Regards

[@orionv75]

Antonio Antequera cid hi, a Yamaha RX-A3070

[@antonioantequeracid6005]

@@orionv75 good avr, but its calibration system is not the best and internally it is not up to par! How much better is it in movies without entering the lfe channel into the equation?

[@orionv75]

Antonio Antequera cid I find the clarity of dialogue fantastic. I’d loaned a Marantz SR7012 to see if my 3070 had a sub pre out issue and immediately noticed a difference in upper end clarity and Atmos effects. The Nad easily matches that. Not knocking the Yamaha, it’s a great all rounder but YPAO simply didn’t work in my room, tweaked for a long time and never felt happy. Dirac on the Nad, 30 mins ... job done. It’s stereo music I’ve found a real eye opener. You should demo mate...

[@antonioantequeracid6005]

@@orionv75 I have had a sr7013 and it sounds great but I have gone to denon 8500h and it is another level I am delighted it sounds incredible and clear and I was considering trying the nad out of curiosity !! So you liked the 7012 and did you notice an improvement in treble and atmos better than your 3070? I did not understand you well, greetings

[@driv3rde883]

thank you for this detailed review!

[@nespressoman]

Such a great review. Thank you.

[@indooroutdoorlover9906]

Thanks for this video! It helped to a lot.

[@shaner3d]

Excellent video Shane. Your production quality is superb! Makes other reviewers look like they’re shooting with a VHS camcorder.

[@rajithskumar]

Very Nice review 👍

[@therealshanelee]

Thanks

[@AMERICOBECKS]

Great channel, hey pal have you reviewed any top yamaha receiver? Rx-a3080 for example I am interested in getting one and your reviews are the best!!!

[@DigitalDonAV]

Great Review!

[@christiandiclemente4559]

Wonderful beast!!!👍👍

[@danielwander605]

Great Review

[@The.Home.Cinema.Engineer]

another great video!

[@therealshanelee]

Thanks!

[@dirkluchtman]

Amazing review really, reference material. Would you share your thoughts on this versus the Marantz 8015? Thanks

[@TechinaSec101]

Loved the review, I moved from an Anthem MRX720 to the NAD T758 ( and loved the power ) but felt the Anthem had better surround / highest effects, I might need to give the T778 a try :)

[@dies_das_allerlei]

I only had the NAD T778 and gave it back. Now I have the MRX720. It sounds better in stereo and home theater ... but the DTS Play Fi is not good.

[@TechinaSec101]

@@dies_das_allerlei So just for movies ( atmos etc. ) Would you pick the Nad or the Anthem ?

[@youngyang9731]

The NAD T777 v3 is the bees knees. I haven't had the chance to audition the T778, but I currently own the T758 and the T777 v3. The T777 v3 is heads and tails better than the T758. It's power is stunning, and the finesse it delivers on movies during silent passages is impressive. I really want to audition the T778, but I don't find the T777 v3 to be lacking in any way, shape, or form.

[@ManosPairis]

Way to go NAD! That menu system is simply amazing. Very simple and easy to use with all the bells and whistles. Maybe the best i've seen so far. And good sound quality to boot. Is already on my list now XD.

[@jamieboyd5208]

Menu is shit

[@windnchgo]

I bought a Pioneer Elite earlier this year and, although it's not a bad receiver, it IS lacking in the power reserves for truly good dynamics. I bought this receiver to upgrade for Dolby Atmos capability which my much older Onkyo receiver didn't have - and I couldn't tell any difference with the upgrade. Now I realize I should have spent more time researching and testing out different receivers and I keep coming back to this one.....Thank you for the video, I am going to a nearby retailer who offers this receiver and test it out. This will cost several times more than what I paid for the Pioneer but if it really does sound as great as it reportedly does for both music and soundtracks it will be well worth the upgrade.

[@windnchgo]

The problem with the Dolby Atmos in my Pioneer could be in the speaker set-up in the receiver which is very rudimentary, but frankly even if I were able to fix this issue I am still leaning heavily toward this receiver which has been highly praised for 2 channel music as well as an AV receiver. Since my use of the receiver is 80% music I am thinking I jumped the gun and forgot my priorities in my rush to get Dolby Atmos,

[@roco9504]

Which pioneer AVR did you have/ change from? I have the lx901 and looking to upgrade to this for EARC & maintaining class D

[@007Broadcaster]

Colour me impressed!

[@dremarXX]

I know probably missed something along way. You mentioned this one of the top two recivers. Whats the other one?

[@GunnyPhillips]

Great review. NAD hasn't been on my shortlist for my next AV processor but I've always wanted to see a good demo of Dirac Live and that's just what you've presented here. What are you using to hold your tab around 17:50 in the video. I need something like that.

[@therealshanelee]

It's a cheap tablet cupholder from Amazon. It's not very good so I got rid of it.

[@gregmartinez5836]

Nice Trinnov! 🤩

[@isaacsykes3]

Shane great review, I love how you walk us through the setup, that is extremely helpful. Although I know that the focus was on hometheater, I do wish that you would have thrown some music, both in HiRes and multichannel formats. Also, I would have love to have gotten your take on how well the 778 sounds on your Martin Logan's and B&W's for those of us with dual purpose mediarooms. And here's a question, XMC-2 or NAD 778? 🤔🤔🤔🤔 That said, it's another great review, thank you, and keep up the great work. ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿,

[@simullane7836]

I have the 777 and in stereo mode for music its simply stunning, and brings it into the true audiophile space.

[@febtube1]

Great video - one question during the initial set up, before the Dirac Live set up, the manual indicates you need to adjust the output level of each speaker using a Sound Pressure meeter. However it is unclear if there is a target level. The image in the manual shows everything at 0db, but I have no idea if this is meant to be a target or just a random image. Any info would be appreciated.

[@PaulGrantDesigns]

I had this in my system for a week. Loved all of the convenience features. Thought the sound was best right out of the box. Overall, great sonic bubble gives a very LIVE impression. Great mid-to-treble range, and horns are just incredible. So why did I return? Weak bottom end. I picked up an Arcam AVR850 instead. Once I ran Dirac on the Arcam, it opened up more. While not quite as dynamic on horns, etc, it makes up for it with massive power and low level extension on full range speakers. In my view, the amp section on the 778 just can't compete. I Have huge, full range Paradigm signatures, and they just sound like a complete and full speaker with the Arcam. If I was starting out fresh today, and found some great sat speakers to run near full, with a couple punchy subs, I'd be set. As it stands, I prefer my full range tower fronts for 2 channel. If they come out with a more powerful 778 varient, I'll be sure to reconsider.

[@PragmaticTornado]

I had this same type of scenario with the NAD M33 (their flagship stereo amp, 2x200W @ 8 ohms). Much of the fault was with Dirac. I swapped to a Lyngdorf TDAI-3400, for different reasons, and got an amp that holds my speakers in a vice, with extreme low frequency control. I ordered a T778 today, for a different system in another room. Coming from my experience with the M33, what you say here resonates very well with my expectations. As long as I get that clean class D NAD sound, I'll be happy.

[@animalanimation5110]

Clearly your ears had gotten used to boomy, unrefined speakers/amps, so they were not used to the natural sound of the NAD. It's not that it was lacking a lower end, your ears were simply used to too much, unnatural lower end!!

[@PaulGrantDesigns]

wrong@@animalanimation5110

[@troder8858]

Hi Shane, nice video. Thanks a lot. I am currently considering this device since my Rotel RSP-1069 broke. However I have still the RMB-1075 5 channel amplifier which is a powerful beast. That's why I am wondering whether a combination with the Marantz 7706 wouldn't be the better solution instead of going for the receiver approach with the T778. Do you have an opinion on that?

[@onevoicediscoveries]

I'd like to hear more about the 2nd zone options. I have a Denon and I can turn on All Zones Stereo and either listen to headphones via the amp and turn down the Zone 1 mains when the Mrs goes to bed and at the same time it feeds my Amp/TV outside. Sadly he just blows by that feature and doesn't mention it at all. I can't believe this amp does have a separate menu display output and/or menu overlay the main HDMI video signal. Having to go to the small screen is such a lame move by NAD. Otherwise completely first class-review and production values. So many of these guys like to hear themselves take. Get to the meat folks, we're all busy, but I love the ability to hear these in-depth reviews. One dude showed how to open the packing box. Really? Nice job!!

[@usamac4108]

Very Thankful for this review! Can you please tell me what size projector screen you're using and how close you are to it in this video? It appears you're rather close. I am building a HT as I post this and I am curious for reference purposes as my front row is closer than normal. Thanks!

[@ALshala7i]

great review as always 👍🏼 , quick question does it support 11 channels processing or just 9 ? I have 7.2.4

[@therealshanelee]

It does 11.

[@briancalderon6504]

So can you do a review of the outlaw audio 976?

[@mannyt7064]

Amazing review!! Keep it up! Also what is the title of the last movie you play with the plane attack? Something ..response ??

[@petercampbell1585]

Pearl Harbour

[@rorymells3405]

What reference level in db did you set the speakers at when you adjusted all the speaker volumes?

[@shuckylad]

Get the premium cables hooked up my man! 😯

[@keithiegee1]

What’s your standard target curve? and do you set the same curve for all speakers including sub?

[@pratapjena4624]

Good detailed presentation...but how it sounds internms of songs

[@richardsim7]

A couple of dedicated users have created apps for both iOS and Android

[@danielhomolka9459]

How does it compare to a Lexicon RV-6? Can you comment on this maybe?

[@nespressoman]

Is there any way to power the back two channels and bi-amp the fronts with 2 other spare channels? Thanks.

[@Marc-eh4ib]

Hello Shane, nice review. How does this compare to Emotiva XMC-2 now it has Dirac, you mentioned you'd do complete review when the Emotiva came with Dirac.. Thank you

[@therealshanelee]

It doesn't compare. One is a receiver one is a processor.

[@davidolchewsky5365]

@@therealshanelee How would you compare both surround and 2 channel sound from the Emotiva Processor hooked to your amps used in the review you did some time ago, with the NAD T778 receiver? Also, what is your opinion on the HTP-1 from Monoprice? Would like to see you do a review on that if you haven't. Would be nice if the number of processed channels could be increased from 9 to say 11 or even 13 on the T778.

[@christiandiclemente4559]

Nad 778 it's a class D amplifier ...that's best cinema sound ever made !!👍

[@byronfranek2706]

The BluOS dongle comes with WIFI for music streaming; does the AVR also require an Ethernet connection for things like Dirac and system firmware updates? Honestly, the BluOS dongle seems strange, since the this unit purports to be modular and upgradable and apparently has an available slot for something like this.

[@guillermomartin8248]

Between this and jumping up to the NAD Masters m17 v2 with a power amp, is it worth the extra cash? I've been through the Rotel RSP, Arcam AV40 and I am just tired of the inconsistency...

[@nespressoman]

I would use a 4 channel amp to power the Atmos speakers. Therefore, I would have two spare channels on the amp in my 7.1.4 system. Can the spare channels be used for bi-amping the fronts? Thanks.

[@nespressoman]

After an update and you have to reset to make all channels work again, does it keep the Dirac settings? Arcam doesn't and I have to reload everything.

[@nelz_2592]

I'm interested in what upgradable features can be fully upgraded down the line is it just the hdmi boards or is the internals upgradable also? Looks good tho ima have to keep an eye on this

[@youngyang9731]

The only upgrades will be to the HDMI going to 2.1 and the BluOS gaining some added features. It comes at a high cost, however. Don't get me wrong, it is worth it to be able to upgrade the cards, but the price is over the top, IMHO.

[@normanlang1297]

Hi Shane, a big thx from Germany. I really appreciate your Channel. Do you really think That NAD778 sounded very similar like the Trinnov. I am asking because I am really thinking about buying a trinnov to upgrade my homecinema. 👍👍👍

[@therealshanelee]

Similar in respect that there was good height information and sound localization. The Trinnov is next level though. A few levels really.

[@normanlang1297]

SpareChange thank you 👍

[@JustMe77]

Dirac Live and Bluos are the best there is you want die your house. Every room is important to get the best result out to your listen position. Hi Res and for music it is very Nice to listen to. Real Watts and pure sound. No whistels and bells.

[@eddietours3728]

pretty dope

[@robertrobski1013]

Do this receiver got manual parametric eq in set up for music i usually listen lots of music and need it

[@mikewinburn]

awesome presentation! couple disappointments - 10hz increments; ARC (not eARC) excellent : 1db increments and .10 distance edits. interesting - * only language is chinese and english? * That room correction - THAT looks like a lot of work, but more fun than "auto". (Not sure why you'd adjust the levels before setting speaker distance though...maybe the edit was out of sync?) * whats up with that missing sub base... looks like you're 6db down by 27Hz...? I see the "woofer" integrates well, but you need a true sub. conclusion - the Room Correction flexibility and UI was the best i've seen... i'd love to have that AVR just for that reason ;) thanks for posting

[@xstensl8823]

i have a NAD D1050 DAC, it is now seven years old and i have not heard anything better

[@JCB12345]

How to uset IR in out in back panel What is the ccompetible type of IR Kit?

[@vipergod2000]

I'll just go right ahead and say this was THE review I was waiting for. Such a nicely produced video, with such relatable yet sufficiently technical information that makes it easy for me to trust your judgement. Things like 80% against 200wpc, and the anecdotal differences with dirac on vs off were enough for me to 'get it'. I'm only curious as to whether you can route BlueOS via Zone 2, and how MQA Tidal sounds on the T778. Not hating, but this is A MUCH better review than that home theatre dude.

[@therealshanelee]

Your 2 channel is basically this kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJusdauFrM6if6c

[@coloniellizardt4191]

SpareChange, do you have plans to check out the new JBL Bar 9.1 soundbar anytime soon? It looks like a cool Atmos/DTS:X soundbar that might give LG and Samsung some trouble.

[@snootz]

soundbars are a joke for home theater, so my guess would be no.

[@hddanman7263]

But he does review soundbars sooo maybe.

[@uprajsingh]

Shane your reviews are just getting better and better :) Would you know if musically its bit on the warm side, neutral or bright and also would you say PowerAmp such as Rotel RMB are worth it for a small size apartment? or would you prefer Para sound which unfortunately is not available in KiwiLand - My room size is 4 * 5 Meter - Cheers -Thanks!

[@therealshanelee]

The Rotels are great amps for stereo. I've owned them for years.

[@youngyang9731]

@@therealshanelee So are the Soundcraftsmen class H/G amplifiers.

[@lw4830]

Quick question Sp would u choose this top of the line nad or a manrantz 8015 or denon for gaming, home theater and overall tv watching? New subscriber here

[@therealshanelee]

This one.

[@youngyang9731]

@@therealshanelee Neither Marantz or Denon will be comparable to this unit from NAD. This unit will be better than the top of the line products from either Marantz or Denon.

[@federicovalmassoni3827]

Top two choices...so the number one?

[@humanitysonlyhope]

It really bugs me that they made the back channels the ones that get re- assigned to Height 2, they should have made it the front channels so if you want a full 11.2 system you could run your front mains with something like the NAD M22 It seems kind of obvious that that would have been a better idea.

[@hyphen2612]

Ikr? That also happens with Marantz and Yamaha's.

[@user-nk2dn3dj5r]

Nad respect

[@gregmix6048]

Regarding your comment about the lack of visibility of the current Sound Format on screen, I understand your comment to mean that it does not show on the tv (or projector) screen. But does the current sound format show on the receiver touch screen while the media is playing? In my installation I will be able to see the touchscreen from the viewing position which would eliminate that negative.

[@therealshanelee]

The format shows on screen. It's very small.

[@Ragnaroex]

Shane what do you think is the "better" choose? Denon X4500 + IOTAVX AVXP1 or the NAD T778 without an eternal Amp?

[@therealshanelee]

NAD

[@glennarcher986]

Do you have this one plugged into your AudioQuest or Furman power conditioner? I laughed when you went up to your speaker to see how audible the buzz is from the receiver. For your information, no power conditioner is going to remove that very quiet buzz coming out of your speaker. iIf it’s not audible from your seating position, don’t worry about it. The next time I see someone getting that close to their speaker, I wish someone would crank the volume up! 😂

[@nespressoman]

If I add an amp to power two rear height speakers, will they show up in the Dirac set up? Thanks.

[@therealshanelee]

Yes

[@Simba2585]

I use a marantz av8802a processor with arcam P7 power amp. Any experience of comparing the marantz with the NAD or indication if I would be getting an upgrade in sound quality? My speakers are KEF reference 3.2, so KEF XQ2C for LCR, 4x KEF T101 for surrounds and KEF R50 for atmos. Sub is a mission M5AS which is old but pretty happy with it

[@JJJ-dz1he]

Currently own the SR8015 and the T778 in two different rooms... Own in the past too the AV8801... No contest if you like the Marantz musicality you will be more than disappointed with the Nad... Just my 2 cents 😅

[@Simba2585]

@@JJJ-dz1he ha lol glad I didn't go for the NAD then...

[@thomaslombardi8520]

Dolby Vision support? I can’t find it anywhere on their website.

[@therealshanelee]

I think it's a given nowadays.

[@JCB12345]

I laso have proble with amplifier where the amplifier is laways ay too hot and fas work very laoud. and never stop. It is happend when I use 220V. but not for 110V power supply. This was happened afer 3 month used. I sent an email to NAD but never got respond. Any body know waht is going on? Should we replace power supply modeule. This unit use Power switching type.

[@Joe_J-MT_Boy]

His comment on the Noise Floor is telling. This receiver is not under-powered, and you should hear nothing at all when there's nothing going on: no hiss, no popping, no white noise. In audio terms, you background should be 'black'. Also the remembered settings for what you're doing - i.e., one for music (stereo), one for movies (DTS) - for examples... is very handy and makes switching from one activity to the other a breeze.

[@taforth]

It would be very helpful if you commented on how this AVR compares to others in its price range. Specifically, if it’s better for music and/or better for movies than an Arcam AVR10, Denon X8500H, etc.

[@therealshanelee]

Better than both get it.

[@taforth]

@@therealshanelee Thanks for your quick response. On a completely separate note have you ever tried the KEF CI3160 in-wall speakers? Also, if you’ve ever tried the new KEF LS50 meta bookshelf, can you recommend a good musical sub to complement them, for a 2.1 music only system?

[@youngyang9731]

@@taforth You need to stay on topic. You have just placed some non compliant products in this review. I have a great brand of apple sauce you may want to try. ;-)

[@taforth]

@@youngyang9731 non-compliant 🤔?? ESL I guess??

[@vitox7448]

Hi! What us better option? This av or Marantz SR7015?

[@DynamiteKid1224]

Marantz SR7015 for me! Thanks.

[@youngyang9731]

@@DynamiteKid1224 Marantz has become overpriced Chinese junk. They are better than some others, but have never stood out as anything exceptional for the last 40 years or so.

[@slyfoxx8540]

The nad

[@paulstone9755]

I think it is not bad option for the price. A little under powered for a class D amp. 1 combined Sub out is a shame should be individual for the price. DIRAC is very cool. The blueOS is really bad look. I wonder if you disable the mains amp and just preout to your external amp that would be cool but at this price point I doubt it. The review was very good thanks.

[@youngyang9731]

You don't have a clue as to what you are talking about here. The amplifiers in this unit are cutting edge technology and better than your main stream Marantz, Yamaha, or Denon amplifiers. BluOS is a "Bad look"? Are you serious? These amplifiers have plenty of power for the average person's needs.

[@ChrisDelaySWE]

Plug a network cable straight in and you don need the dongle, it only provides wifi

[@brainguynyc8729]

Doesn’t it also supply bluOS?

[@ChrisDelaySWE]

Brainguynyc only over wifi. Bluesound will run with ethernet.

[@brainguynyc8729]

@@ChrisDelaySWE I have a T778 which is near my router so I will try it. Thanks!

[@satpalbhai1978]

Hi Shane I have a 5.2.2 setup (2 subs and 2 ceiling speakers for Dolby Atmos) Not sure weather to go for the NAD778 or the Denon 6700h, which one would you recommend for sound, quality and ease of use please

[@therealshanelee]

NAD

[@satpalbhai1978]

@@therealshanelee thanks Shane, I wasnt so sure.. will I be able to use 2 subs.. just read some reviews when setting up the receiver it doesnt pick the 2 subs up individually.. what happens then

[@satpalbhai1978]

@@therealshanelee what would you suggest for the 2 sub setting buddy

[@xray111xxx]

I love NAD. Sold it for years. Quality control was an issue. May still be. Since it is all Chinese build. I hope it is built robustly. 26 pounds has me a bit worried the power supply is questionable. But unfortunately seems to be average weight these days. My JVC KD-85 Cassette Deck almost weighs that much. My Anthem AVM-30 Preamplifier Processor weighs almost that much too. My even be more. Is NAD now using an SMPS? Maybe, have they gone ICE modules too I wonder? NAD used to sound great when it wasn't broken. Lenbrook used to be their distribution for the USA. I think they still are. I knew one of the original reps, but he passed away from a heart attack. I am hoping this NAD is the business. Would like it better as Denon and Marantz are my trusted ones. HDMI boards reliability are a concern as it still is at Onkyo which is a total loser in failures too. Had an Onkyo and it was a poor experience. Got rid that fast. I went legacy separates like the Anthem AVM-30 for cheap. Sounds great. Built like a tank. So hoping the NAD is good. It will certainly cost enough. It was called not another defect by those in the know for NAD had quality issues.

[@TheJohnypie]

I also had s bad onkyo experience now on anthem they're great

[@youngyang9731]

This is not a typical class A or A/B amplifier. It is a Hyponix digital class amplifier. They don't weigh as much as the predecessors do.

[@youngyang9731]

@@TheJohnypie A bad personal experience isn't a reason to disregard an entire line of products. This is the reason that we cannot have nice things.

[@slyfoxx8540]

@@youngyang9731 onkyos were known for it

[@johnpereira6934]

Lenbrook owns NAD, Bluesound and PSB speakers. Used to own a NAD T775 with module upgradability (over rated btw), a D 7050, an Anthem 720. Noticed a significant improvement in surround experience with the Anthem.

[@johnsingley8183]

QUESTION: Is this product Roon Ready?

[@robertconnors1023]

It is now.

[@AndrewCREW1986]

What is the name of the first demo movie??

[@grahamn214]

How does it compare to the Anthem MRX 1120 or 720?

[@DynamiteKid1224]

Anthem is much better! Thanks

[@youngyang9731]

@@DynamiteKid1224 Anthem lacks quality of sound and is just an ordinary product. NAD rules the roost!

[@slyfoxx8540]

Get the nad, its just better

[@antonioantequeracid6005]

hello sparechange I think you didn't get to test the 8500h in your living room, I am a user of an 8500h and I was wondering if there is so much difference to this nad t778 and I would like to know your opinion! Regards

[@therealshanelee]

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[@antonioantequeracid6005]

@@therealshanelee yep I've seen all your revieuw I've been following you for years, my question goes more towards your personal opinion since I love the sound of my 8500h both in cinema and stereo and I was wondering if it was worth the change to nad !! Regards

[@billybob2025]

do you ever get sick of having to hook all this stuff up. Sells for about $4999 here, so roughly $3600 us, thought it might have did imax for that price.

[@antonioantequeracid6005]

Hello I would like to know if this is much better than the previous marantz av8805 that you had in your room, I am thinking of updating myself and I am collecting information, thank you very much

[@therealshanelee]

It's better

[@antonioantequeracid6005]

@@therealshanelee But what do you notice, better treble, more dynamic than the marantz? Do you think everything is thanks to dirac? and the sub that calibrates it as one, how do you do it if you have one in front and one behind?

[@JairusJ]

Did here you correctly that u can run 5.2.4 using Sr back amps to power HT2

[@therealshanelee]

You are correct

[@andrewyoungblood5434]

SpareChange how does this AVR compare to the new Arcams in terms of music listening & movies?

[@recrutamentorec7195]

The bes review!! My T778 arrived yesterday ... My setup will be 5.1.4 with 4 ceiling speakers... How do i set up this ceilings on the amp configs? Front center surround ok Back + HEIGHT 1 or HEIGHT 1 + HEIGHT 2?? on the HEIGHTS (DOLBY Enabled Front or another one?) my room layout is exactly "5.1.4 Overhead speaker" from dolby site

[@slyfoxx8540]

How's it sounding?

[@recrutamentorec7195]

@@slyfoxx8540 you can see that no one helped me here so i asked on the NAD support and i got a really great help! "in your T 778 Speaker Settings > Speaker Configuration, please set Height 1 Small 80Hz Top Front and Height 2 Small 80Hz Top Rear. Please set the ceiling speaker 'Hz" to your ceiling speaker's low-frequency cutoff point. I hope this helps! If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch." I am doubly happy. The T778 sounds really great just like the review showed, and the NAD support is great too.

[@slyfoxx8540]

@@recrutamentorec7195 excellent mate glad your happy, should be getting mine soon. If you have questions go to avforum there's a nadt778 owners thread and its been very useful for a lo of people. (The uk forum is avforum and the US one is avsforum which is also quite useful)

[@Urahara12squad]

I was thinking about replacing my Classe ssp800 processor for the NAD m17.2 processor. Any tips? I have a similar speaker setup in the 800 series. The trinnov is a lot more than I want to spend.

[@therealshanelee]

Seems to me you don't upgrade often. I say just bite the bullet and go Trinnov 😁

[@Badazz08]

NAD is working on a new masters version of the 17 v2. Maybe wait and see how well this one will be?

[@Urahara12squad]

@@Badazz08 do you have any proof of that? If you invest that kind of money you don't want to buy something that will be replaced soon.

[@Badazz08]

@@Urahara12squad From my dealer, I asked if the m17 V2 will be replaced because of the 778 having touch screen and seemed like it had more features. They assured me that there is already a replacement for the M17 in the works. I doubt they will let the masters line fall behind their lower line of products. I was considering buying the M17 from my dealer once they recieve the newer model at a good discount. Im unsure when they would release even the info on a new model. The dealer in my area have a really good friendship with NAD so I'm sure they know a bit more than some.

[@Badazz08]

@@Urahara12squad I'm really not scared to invest in NAD products either. I've listened to them quite a bit over the last 4 to 5 years and compared to alot of higher end stuff. In my opinion the NAD is by far better than most all in the same price range and even more. As far as sound quality. Its not too often you can buy a surround sound that also has a 2 channel that will keep up with some really high end brands like the M17 does.

[@zkid1582]

Shane can we exchange systems

[@therag3r250]

how is this reciver compeard to the anthem mrx-720?

[@torqueofthedevil8145]

THE RAG3R Anthem is long in the tooth now and being replaced next year.

[@tyleryosef9862]

I'm currently trying to make the same decision. 720 or t778. My awesome dealer at hi-fi attic in Kelowna BC has let me borrow a MRX 520 and I quite like it but I'm pretty certain the NAD T778 Will sound better for music. Not impressed with anthem when it comes to stereo listening. Not that I depend on it for stereo because I have Rotel separates but it would be nice to have a unit that is more suited for two channel listening. Although, the app for anthem is really good.

[@jamieboyd5208]

Does Dirac live auto workout speaker distances and frequencies?

[@therealshanelee]

Yep

[@jamieboyd5208]

@@therealshanelee I'm confused what to put in listening modes, if left at none will it just play the movie direct?

[@therealshanelee]

@@jamieboyd5208 it should tell you exactly what it's playing on the touch screen.

[@8Godblessyou8]

Hi Shane, is this better than the Denon X8500 & Arcam AVR30/ AV40?

[@therealshanelee]

Yep

[@PaulGrantDesigns]

eh... I don't think this is going to beat an AVR30. and the AV40 is strictly a Pre. I'd probably class this around an AVR20, but about $1500 less in price.

[@drhone1982]

@@PaulGrantDesigns I had all 3, this wins.

[@PaulGrantDesigns]

@@drhone1982 also depends on your speakers. If I was using Bookshelfs I’d go with the NAD. But by Arcam 850 is far richer and deeper with my full range Paradigm Signature S8s and C5.

[@drhone1982]

@@PaulGrantDesigns i found the opposite. But be happy with what you have. But the power of the NAD outdoes the AVR30 despite the price

[@Teletha]

2020 and not hdmi 2.1 as stock? Im going with denon this year

[@youngyang9731]

HDMI 2.1 has been flawed from it's inception. There are major problems with the chip sets. Get real, or get lost. 2020 and no HDMI 2.1? Yes, that's because it's not fully supported by anyone, anywhere.

[@fofocho71]

I removed it from my list when I saw it only outputs 1080p on the HDMI OUT 2. How can they do that? Not interested to sell it to projectors owners?

[@fofocho71]

@ekim andersom I have an Oppo 203 that does it. And?

[@youngyang9731]

@@fofocho71 Oppo are out of business.

[@PaulGrantDesigns]

buy a quality 4K splitter

[@ToondeBrouwer1987]

HDM ARC in your television?

[@agordon7369]

NAD778 or Anthem MRX740

[@danilozoff1411]

Is this better than the Arcam Avr20 ?

[@therealshanelee]

100%

[@user-gz6tx6yp3v]

@@therealshanelee I don't know about that. That amp section in the AVR20 can plumb the depths of mid to low end much stronger it has been said, which I can imagine as the Arcam's just seem to have this fuller more powerful kick to them you can really feel. I'm deciding on either this or the AVR20 and I'm leaning more towards the Arcam at the moment. Or maybe not. Lol.

[@mattgiunt]

So in order to make Dirac live work you need a laptop computer?

[@tvmedia2770]

yes, Pc or Tablet.

[@mattgiunt]

@@tvmedia2770 Would an iPad work?

[@tvmedia2770]

@@mattgiunt I don't have an iPad, better to search on there site.

[@hddanman7263]

Think it has to be a PC because you hook the mic up to the PC.

[@tvmedia2770]

@@hddanman7263 no it's not. For that NAD T778 you must connect the mic to the unit itself and then pc makes all the rest.

[@chriswelljack4910]

Now do the xmc2 with dirac

[@therealshanelee]

XMC?

[@chriswelljack4910]

@@therealshanelee emotiva xmc2

[@chriswelljack4910]

@@therealshanelee you didnt get the dirac live kit for the rmc1 and the xmc2?

[@victorignacioflorescariman1551]

Best marantz

[@kingtubbyleeperry]

victor ignacio flores cariman No

[@victorignacioflorescariman1551]

@@kingtubbyleeperry Marantz has imax enhanced and is used by Imax cinemas. It has dolby atmos and dts x pro, It has hdmi 2.1

[@youngyang9731]

@@victorignacioflorescariman1551 HDMI 2.1 has been flawed from the get go. It cannot be trusted yet. "Marantz" has many products in their line. To simply say that "Marantz" has this or that is misleading.

[@jonnyrico5526]

Hey Guys, i want to buy the T778 coming from a X4500h with a 5.2.4 Setup, my only big question is, how to setup my 2 front Subs in the t778 because it only has a config option for one SUB ( and there is no Dirac Basscontroll), yes it has 2 sub outs but they are wired together parallel, so my left is a REL HT 1003 an my right one is a SVS SB3000, worked good on the Denon, any advises or tipps and tricks how to setup these 2 together working as a ONE ? greeting form Vienna :-)

[@nonametofame]

Yes, get the miniDSP 2x4HD. You can integrate up to 4 subs, using just one sub preout on the avr.

[@drhone1982]

does it sound better than Arcam AVRs?

[@therealshanelee]

Yes

[@PaulGrantDesigns]

I've owned Arcam for over 10 years. If I had a fully functioning 600, 750 or 850, which all have the class G amps, I'd be hard-pressed to say it's worth dropping so much to buy something new, because the sound "improvement" is more a side-grade/upgrade. The Arcams have just a slightly sweeter fuller sound, in my view, in the lower mid, and slightly softer highs. The Nad will be a little more neutral in those regards, a little crisper/ clearer. The main reason right now to get a 778 is it's using the ESS Sabre processor, which is just fantastic at retrieving every last drop of detail and depth. It's not night and day from the Arcams I mentioned, but in critical listening, you will start to hear the extra resolution. Only recently has Arcam adopted the Sabre chip, which I think is available in the much more expensive AVR 20 and 30. To my ears, the T778 might be thought of as getting you to 95% of the AVR20's sound, but at $1,500 less.