al: listen to John because he knows what he is talking about.

I have found that most people just don't understand what bright, warm, etc. really mean.

AND,

If the manufacturers meet their frequency spectrum and THD numbers, THE GEAR MUST NECESSARILY BE NEUTRAL AND FLAT.

Last time I checked, the laws of physics still prevail in the audio receiver arena.

Welcome to the board!!!!!

The Rat. M80s, VP-150, QS8s, SVS PC 20-39+, OPPO, Onkyo 703s, Harmony 880 Sony 60" SXRD HDTV