Well, about $5000 cdn for pre/pro and AMPs. I am going to start with a Denon then put in a three channel and let the Denon worry about the rears. Then if I think I need to get a couple two channels for the rears. But, now that you mention it maybe a good two channel for the fronts and a three for the Centre/rear and let the Denon take care of the back rears.
I was looking at the Emotiva XPA-3 and UPA2's also Outlaws mono blocks. But, the I found a Denon 3ch AMp at Dakmart that you Americans can enjoy. They are not sold in Canada, but I can order through Dakmart just warranty is no good as it would cost ore for shipping back and forth than it's worth. Which also, is an issue with the Emo's and Outlaws.
Second hand gear is not an issue hell it's going to be used anyways. May look at some of those Krell's maybe even Aragon which is a poormans Krell:)
