Just ordered the LAST AVR525 from Circuit City's warehouse. Paid $550 new (not open box) and got 18 months same as cash. I've been waiting to buy this for months after reading the reviews on here (knock on wood on reliability). But, I have not seen any comparisons with the model that took it's place, the AVR330. Slightly less power but other than that I can't see much difference. CC had it for $665, same financing. Does anyone have an opinion between the two models? Thanks.
The AVR-330 is the replacement for last year's model AVR-325. The AVR-430 and AVR-630 are current year models with specs closer to the older AVR-525. The AVR-430 and AVR-630 models have a silver/black finish, a glowing blue dial, more power, quadruple bass management, an RS-232 port for software upgrades, plus a newer remote.
IMO, enjoy your purchase unless you prefer a newer model. If bass management is important to you, go with a model that features it.
btw, while CC's same as cash financing is attractive, their price on the AVR-330 seems high. You can save an additional 25% and still purchase it from an authorized HK dealer. PM me if you want more info.