Chips,

To echo JohnK comments, you may want to look at the R-965. I have one and it works very, very well. I am using 5.1 of the 7.1 channels that it offers in our great room. I have plans (and wiring) to run the other two channels in its optional Room 2 config and feed two speakers under the back porch for parties in the back yard.

No harm in future proofing...If I ever move and find myself with a bigger room, I have the other two channels available.

Just my .02...

WhatFurrer

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