How would you guys rate the HK-7300 vs the NAD T773. I found the NAD for $1400.00 new and the HK for $1299.00 (which I think is probably a refurb although it has a 2 year factory warranty).

From Alan's comments I think the Marantz is out due to the 4 ohm load. I could probably get by with the M60's and use the Marantz but I have the extra money to spend right now and I dont want to miss the opportunity to get the M80's bec it may be a long time before I talk my wife into letting me spend more on my system.

What gripes me is that I called the Marantz tech line and the guy there said there was not any doubt the the SR8500 could handle the 4 Ohm speakers. Guess I can tell who he works for...