I bought the Onkyo 703 a couple of months ago and have been very pleased. I got the 703 because I DID NOT want HDMI switching or upconverting. I also bought it with the intention of buying a seperate amp to go with it. Haven't decided on the amp, but the 703 seems to have plenty of power to drive my Axioms.

At the time, I think that J&R had it for $600, shipping included.

The Rat. M80s, VP-150, QS8s, SVS PC 20-39+, OPPO, Onkyo 703s, Harmony 880 Sony 60" SXRD HDTV