The local Yamaha dealer carries some mid-range AVR's and he let me take one home (N600?), I thought I detected a small improvement while watching Pearl Harbour. But, then of course I also seem to hit the golf ball better with expensive clubs. Are you saying that it was probably in my mind, as with the pricier clubs?
If so, thanks as I will now base my decision mainly on features and a known brand.

Thanks again,
Mike