Looking for a new media center receiver, 7.1 preferably and compatible with Alexa/ echo platform.

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I have the Onkyo TX-NR686 and love it. I never thought I'd spend that much on something like that, but only delved into being an audio nerd in the past couple years. Also got it at a great deal at the time.

I have it set up in our home theater as 5.2.2 channel. Front, Rear, Ceiling (Dolby Atmos) and two subs. Receiver has not given me one issue. Sounds great through my entry level Polk speakers.

I think the NR696 is what's current out in shops now. That likely does as good a job or better. Could be worth finding a used NR686 or even NR676 if you're looking to save

Edit: Didn't see the Alexa part of your post until now. TX696 should have Alexa features now but I don't think my 686 does, just Google Assistant/Chromecast.


https://essentialinstall.com/automation/select-onkyo-models-get-amazon-alexa-voice-control/

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