i got the 701, and couldnt be any happier with it. it has more DSP's than i really need, and the power and sound are awesome. i think onkyo makes one of the most user friendly owners manual, and the think the 'learnable' remote is very sturdy and useful. it has pre/pro capabilities, and it has more inputs/outputs than i will ever use. i think with its overall versatility and ease of use, it should be considered a leader in its price range.
only downsides as mentioned... it can run a tad hot when pushing it hard, and it will struggle with a 4ohm load. just make sure it has plenty of ventilation, and stick with M60's. done deal!!
overall, i am extremely pleased with my 701, and have no desire to upgarde or chage at this time.
bigjohn
