a refurb Onkyo 701 is also avail on macmall.com for $429. it has pre/pro capabilities and runs my M60's, VP150, and QS8's with ease.

dont be bothered by the refurb status. mine has no visible defects, and these refurb units are gone over with a fine tooth comb. i think they are actually better than the ones coming straight off the assembly line cause the get 'hands on' by techs.

give it a look.

oh, and of the choices you gave, i like the 601, and the 1804.

bigjohn

EXCUSE ME, ARE YOU THE SINGING BUSH??