Thanks again for everybody's input, I am picking up my Rotel RSX-1055 tomorrow. I decided that getting the most current format for watching movies was more important than a seperate amplifier for my front speakers. And when I go bigger with the fronts the Rotel will allow me the option to drive the surround speakers and then add a separate Amp for the front. And what else can you say about the sound that hasn't already been said. Anybody interested in purchasing a used Onkyo TX-DS777 in great condition.