Erik, if you're interested in a receiver with more up-to-date features, such as those you've mentioned, an outstanding buy at this time is the Onkyo HT-RC180 factory refurb available from Accessories4less for about $470 with shipping. When bought from a reputable source, factory refurbs are if anything even more likely than a brand new unit to operate well.

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