thanks for the tip....only problem is i don't think soundpro are authorized denon dealers either, i grabbed this from the denon.com website:
Authorized DENON Online E-Tailers:
GoodGuys.com
ListenUp.com
Sears.com (Limited Selection)
Crutchfield.com
Ovation-AV.com
6th Avenue Electronics.com
Abt Electronics.com (Specialty Audio Only)
Tweeter.com
Strangely enough, all these vendors have the 1803 for US$500...whereas all the other non-authorized online dealers have it for far less.....
what are people's opinions on the build quality of denon..because for approx CAD $200 cheaper you could get one (albeit without a manufacturer's warranty)...