Riker,
Too many issues with Onkyo's for my taste, but many folks around these parts love them....on paper that is. I don't have one, and I would not take serious advice from anyone who doesn't have one either.
Not real sure if the NAD plays nicely with HDMI or not. They've been behind the curve from its inception. Take it from someone who’s been fighting with HDMI from the beginning…..you want to find a processor that gets along well with it or you’ll be in constant frustration. I think Denon is leading the pack in this regards, and for that reason, I would look to Denon first. They have several new models coming out this fall. One of which I’m sure will fall within your budgetary constraints and offer everything you are looking for.
