heh-heh... apparently I missed some heated discussion while I was in-transit to Tokyo. But seriously, this kind of debate is much more meaningful and interesting than those on the great benefits of bi-wiring with Kimbers. LOL

Oh, regarding the EQ, I see that Pioneer's MCACC is very favorably received by owners and reviewers here in Japan, too. I will probably go for the 45TX as my first receiver. But it will be after I pick up an HT front projector here in the next few days, which will be my first real step towards the multi-channel system... I am excited!

By the way, I have found that most HT projectors are markedly less expensive here in Tokyo. But made-in-Japan receivers/amps are in general sold significantly cheaper in the US... very interesting!

Cheers!