I am very happy with my Outlaw Audio 1050 receiver. I faced the same question last December. Aotlaw is an internet sales only company like axiom with great customer service. Many considered the $500us 1050 to be equal or better than anything under $1000. The 1050 does not have all the latest features of some newre models but I don't think I'd miss them. www.outlawaudio.com b stock units go for $439us.

Mark