Mike, pretty much any of the mid-range receivers being discussed will do the job for you. Just understand that video upconversion is not their MAIN job.
I'm a Denon guy, so I'll speak to that a bit. The 2809 was mentioned and that will do a good job, as would the 2309 for a few $$ less.
As opposed to some other manufacturers who have their own refurb stores, Denon sells their refurbs through ecost. I have purchased 4 items that way and have had several friends do the same thing.
Having said that, there is a substantial savings available when they have stock (it comes & goes quickly). Both the 2309 and 2809 would be nicely reduced, but ecost also would bring the 3808 into your budget range as well.
Ecost has the 2808 (LY model) at 437.99 - a real steal.
Just another thought to consider.
Last edited by Ray3; 02/21/09 10:01 PM.
