Larry, both of the receivers that you mention should serve you well on at least a temporary basis. Since you're pretty well certain that you'll be getting another receiver next year, however, let me suggest something that I'm familiar with that'll be even more cost-effective. Get the very nice
Shoponkyo.com 503 factory refurb . The listed price of $159 is a great deal, but if you register for "Club Onkyo" you get 10 points, which are worth $10 off on a purchase, plus they're having a Thanksgiving week-end only 10% off sale on refurbs. Together these would reduce your cost to about $133, with free shipping.
