You might want to take a serious look at the new Marantz line of receivers, specifically the SR5003 OR 6003. They have the new design which mirrors their "high-end" equipment but the receivers sell for only $800(5003) and $1100(6003). Since I already have two multi-channel outboard power amps, I didn't need the extra power of the 6003 so I bought the 5003 using it as a pre-pro and the set-up is terrific. There are a few extra features on the more expensive of the two but I didn't need them and all the SS codecs are there for my requirements.