Dear friends, thank you for the wonderful and convincing reviews you have submitted regarding this truly great product. Well, except the “ Audiophile”:-). I was very skeptical about it from the beginning (as many of you), but once I heard it, I was amazed. Not because I haven't heard a better sound, It's amazing to me how simple designs really pay off overall quality wise. The AV-10 sounds way better than the Yamaha 2095, it's much smoother, crystal clear and detailed. I'm not saying that the Yamaha is a bad receiver, no it just sounds different the Nak....:-)For those of you who are interested in the circuit design here are some details:
It has a Crystal CS492603 DD/DTS 24bit processor followed by Crystal DACs CS4329 20bit, the same you can find in $1000 to 2000 DACs, the difference is that the Nak has three of those...:-) (those are sounding better than the 24bit CS4390, also the DD/DTS processor has 20bit outputs)
The power amps are all having the same voltage amplification design incorporating some very old but very good sounding/very low noise devices (all bipolar). The output stage for the LR front channels is different than the rears and the center. The LR front are built with two pairs (per channel) of the latest Toshiba triple diffused ultra linear bipolar transistors rated 230V, 15A, 130W each. This means low output impedance and capability of driving very difficult loads. The center and rears have just one pair outputs.
Weak points I see are as follows: only 20000uF capacitors for four channels, 9400 for the center. Cheap identical op amps uPC4570 all over (well, Yamaha is the same). Poor internal connection cables.
A 20000uF more (at least), Burr-Brown or Analog Devices op amps, and better cables would make a difference that nobody would even consider buying something else priced up to three times more.
Great sound, great design, easy operations!!!
Unit tested with Audioquest Midnight and Dynaudio speakers.
Five stars!!!

I used to have the Yamaha 2095 for about 5 months until I sold it looking for a machine that had better stereo sound. The Yamaha was nice on DVD theatre, but very VERY weak on CD. After selling I auditioned the NAK-10... and I have to say I was blown away... it really blew me away. My home theatre was suddenly packed with punch and my NHT's were doing what they were supposed to do.. and I don't even have a sub yet (could u imagine). Now the real test.. Let's throw in Dave Mathews, CRASH cd.. track 6 (if you have it, it's a great test CD.. great imaging). WHOA WHOA WHOA... was my Yamaha even on?
Do not think about anything else it it's price range or even 500 bucks above.. take the theatre sound of the DSP-A1 and the clear punchy sound of a beautiful integrated amp and there you have the perfect combo, the NAK AV-10

I started of first purchasing the Rotel 965, after auditioning both the Nak and Rotel. I went with the Rotel because of the laid back sound which I thought would go well with my Pro Cinema, and it did. However, I ran into some "poping" problem everytime I power up the unit. I took Rotel back and got the Nak. I have been very happy with it since. The sound on music was more punchy and bass seem more responsive. Inretrospect, I should of went with the Nak due to the problem free and the awsome sound in both movie and music. Just in case if some of you are concern about the fan like I was; don't be, it's very quiet. I can't say enough good things about the Nak, except go and find out for your self.

Well, I don't actually own the AV-10, but my buddy has one in his system,and prolonged exposure to it has led me to believe that this is THE ONE ! Oh sure it may not have all the bells and glory of any of the Yamaha's or Denons, but what you GET is excellent build quality, and fantastic sound. It is SMMMOOOOTH from top to bottom, and with equipment like this around at this level of pricing, it gives the high end a bit of a run. I should know.. my system is based around Acurus/Aragon/Martin Logan/Mirage/Sonic Frontiers components. So, having dumped all this money into the BIG STUFF I think I can safely say that for what most people are paying for the AV-10 in $US. You are getting an incredible value. Even here in Canada with our crappy dollar, (the AV-10 goes for around $1800CDN) it is an excellent performer. To TRULY out do what this reciever can provide you with.. you HAVE to spend LOTS of money, and then you will reach mecca ! The AV-10 seems to me to be the perfect compromise for someone who enjoys music, and also wants home theater in a modest sized room.
Hook it up, set it up.. and enjoy ! Products like this don't come along everyday. Personally, I think it's probably about the ONLY Reciever I could live with and be happy.
Well done Nakamichi !

After what seems to be endless research on receivers and other hi-end gears, I settled for the AV-10 two weeks ago. Thisreceiver is absolutely a gem. It performs wonderfully well on both music and movies. Music is clean and detailed at both low
and high volumes.I intend to enjoy this BAD BOY for a VERY!, VERY!!, VERY!!! LONG TIME.

i bought the av-10 and listen for it for at least 3months already, it gets better and better. i think av-10 is one of the best receiver of its class.i would call myself a music lover, with a tight budget, i own a av-10 as my amp, and home theater center, a pair of b&w cdm1 as front, an yamaha center, and a pair of AR for rear (i know, i will match them with b&w later), using a theta data II as transport and PS audio link as D/A. cables are audioquest and tara labs.
before i brought the av-10, i actually took yamaha and denon home and test them out. i personal us yamaha receiver before, i love it so much. but i want to upgrade to AC3. anyway, when the first listening test, i think my old yamaha is best. however, the second best i would say is av-10. cuz all the new machine that i was testing were new, and they were all not burn in yet. therefore i trust that after i burn it in, the av-10 would sound even better that my old yamaha, and i descide to buy it. really by the first 1-2 weeks, it really sounds a little harsh and bright. but u can still here the tight bass and the details and the good sound stage. just turn it loud and stand for 2 weeks, u will see the different, it become so smooth. everything get better. especially the bass and sound stage, i don't think there are any reciver at this price range can give u the same enjoyment.
finally just 2 compain, 1) i really don't understand that why it doesn't let u choose "large speaker" with "sub" together when u are in pure stereo mode. i can't get my speaker to do full range with a sub, sign...
2) if the remo. is back lite, that will be perfect.

Dear friends, thanks for your excellent reviews. I bought Yamaha rxv2095 first thinking it had the "SWITCH" in the rear for 4 ohm speakers as I have Canadian made PSB silvers with a 4 ohm rating. DVDs sounded fine but I was very disappointed with the music, was actually depressing as I thought my old JVC sounded better. Uncle's stereo was kind enough to take it back after a month and send me the NAK. I called NAK tech support to make sure it will run my 4 ohm speakers. Cant be happier. I watched Bugs Life DVD second time on the nak and could clearly appreciate the difference. Never heard this good quality theater sound. Anybody with 4 ohm speakers dosnt need to worry at all. By the way check out PSB speakers, I can guarantee you wont find a better value.

Style that best describes me: music lover
I can only add to the rave reviews on this page: the Nak is brilliant. Don't waste your money on anything else (it beats the Yamaha RX-whatever and Rotel 985-whatever hands down). I've never given anything 5 dingbats before but in this case I'll make an exception...

I have owned the AV10 for three months now. Previously I listened to HK, Onkyo, Denon, Rotel, Marrantz, Yamaha & Pioneer. The HK & Rotel had to many outstanding quality issues so I passed. I narrowed it down to the Yamaha & Denom leaning toward Denon after 5 seperate listening sessions. I then listened to the AV10 and compared it to an equally priced Onkyo. I fell in love with the AV10. I invited two friends into the store to see which they would pick without indicating my choice. They both picked the AV10. First unit went belly up after two days; however, NAK overnighted a new unit to me. Solid customer service. Musically I give it 5 stars. As home theater 3.5 stars. No DVD yet. Buy this unit and I guarantee you will hear music from your CDs which you never heard with your old receiver. Bass is so tight & low I was able to turn my sub off. Paid $1050.00 .I do agree with some of the readers as the quality in some very minor areas could be kicked up a notch. Great investment & I highly recommend a listen.

Excellent product, this is truly the reciever to buy if your in the market for a great sounding reciever for under $2000. I listened to many other brands Yamaha, Rotel, Pioneer Elite, but for the money I was consistently impressed by the Nak. I even went againgst my better judgement and took home a Pioneer Elite VSX-27tx, boy was it a disappointment. The features were great THX, DD/DTS, 96/24 conversion, 5.1 input, Crystal/Burr Brown chips, but the sound coming out of my B&Ws was flat and uninspired. By contast when I took the Nak home the next day, they made my B&Ws sing. The sound was clean, bold and dynamic right out the box. What else can I say a great product, that I am very satisfied with.