Thanks again BBIBH,
I have always like the philosophy (sp?) of the NAD and ROTEL , no frills just good engineering. But the last point (being a current denon owner) will weigh heavy. The reason I am considering other components is that I purchased the DENON 10 years ago... times have changed and brands can slowly morph. (I know this probably hasn't happened with the DEnon) but you never know, companies are always trying to squeek every last bit of profit out of their products,

just look at the SONY brand... :)

that should get the thread going! :)

thanks everyone ..especially AXIOM!