As much as I like Pioneer, the 1019 isn't a receiver to buy. They added iPhone support, and nothing else worthwhile, and then removed some power. But if you can find a 1018 on the cheap, it may be worth looking at (and it does have pre-outs).


Pioneer PDP-5020FD, Marantz SR6011
Axiom M5HP, VP160HP, QS8
Sony PS4, surround backs
-Chris