That Yamaha RX-777 was my first choice for my first real stereo, before going with the Rotel stereo receiver. Now, if you can see below, I have Rotel separates.

I remember it was an awesome receiver for the price.

Axiom M60s, QS4s, VP100 Onkyo TX-SR804 Oppo 970HD Rotel RB-1080/RCD-1072 REL Q150E sub, PS 3