i think you should try onkyo personally i dot like denon i had 2 avrs and to me they suck compare to my onkyo but thats just me
the onkyo tx-sr 5008 its retails for $2700 its on sale for $1,599.00
Learn more about the Onkyo TX-NR5008
General Brand
ONKYO
Type
Receiver
Model
TX-NR5008
Color
Black
Channels
9.2-Channel
Processing Power Output
145W/Ch (8 ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.05%, 2 channels driven, FTC)
Frequency Response
5 Hz–100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct mode)
THD
0.05% (Rated power)
Decoder
DOLBY DD Plus, DOLBY TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby PLIIz
D/A Converter
192K/24 Bit DACs (192K/32bit, finest Burr-Brown)
Multi Zone
Yes
Video Upconversion
1080p
Video
Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance:
- 1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Component and S-Video Y)
- 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
- 0.28 Vp-p/75 ohms (S-Video C)
- 1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Composite)
Component Video Frequency Response:
5 Hz–100 MHz (-3 dB)
Radio FM/AM Tuner
Included
HD Radio Ready
Yes (optional UP-HT1)
Satellite Radio Ready
SIRIUS
Internet Radio Ready
Yes (Pandora, Rhapsody, Napster, vTuner, Sirius Internet Radio, MediaFly, Slacker)
Connectivity HDMI
8 In / 2 Out
Component Video
3 In / 1 Out
Digital Optical Audio
3 In
Digital Coaxial Audio
3 In
Multi Channel Input
7.1-Channel
Pre-Amp Out
9.2-Channel
Zone Terminals
2
USB Port
1
Network Ready
Yes
iPod Compatibility
Yes (optional UP-A1)
RS-232
1
IR
1 In / 1 Out
12V Trigger
2
Other Connectors
Audio: 8 In / 2 Out
Phono Input: Yes
Composite: 5 In / 1 Out
S-Video: 5 In / 1 Out
Front-Panel Optical: Yes
U-Port: Yes
Specification Remote Control
Yes
On Screen Display
Yes
Power Power Supply
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Consumption
11.6A
Features Features
Eight 1080p capable HDMI inputs (V1.4a repeater) including 1 Front with 2 outputs
THX Ultra2 Plus Certification
Massive Toroidal transformer for High current drive
4 Independent Power Supply for clearner sound
Finest 192kHz/32bit Burr-Brown DACs
isf Certified
HDMI 1080p video upconversion by HVQ Reon VX
WRAT technology and discrete amp construction for cleaner sound
TrueHD/DTS-HD decoding to support the latest Blu-ray technology
PC Input
Front and Rear Panel USB Inputs for Memory Devices and iPhone/iPod Models (Enables Display of Album Artwork)
Optional iPod Dock / HDradio module via U.Port
4 DSP Gaming Modes: Rock, Sports, Action, and Role Playing
Audyssey MultEQ XTw/ Dynamic EQ & Dynamic Volume
Dimensions & Weight Dimensions
17.13" x 7.81" x 18.25"
Weight
55.1 lbs.
Manufacturer Warranty Labor
2 years limited
Parts
2 years limited
the onkyo tx-sr 808 it retails for $1100 its on sale for $679.99
Learn more about the Onkyo TX-NR808
General Brand
ONKYO
Model
TX-NR808
Channels
7.2-Channel
Processing Frequency Response
5 Hz–100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB
THD
0.08% (Rated power)
Multi Zone
Yes
Video Upconversion
1080p
Video
1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Component)
0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Composite)
Radio FM/AM Tuner
Included
Satellite Radio Ready
SIRIUS
Connectivity HDMI
7 In / 1 Out
Power Power Supply
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Features Features
Power (8ohms 20-20kHz 0.08%) /Ch 135W
THX Certified (Select2 Plus)
Continuous 6ohms Rated
Certified 4ohms performance
All Discrete Circuitry
3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry
PUSH-PULL Design
Bi-amp Capability For Front
Processing
DOLBY Decoder True HD, DD Plus, PLIIz
DTS Decoder DTS-HD Master Audio
Dolby PLIIz
ONKYO GAME Surround Modes
THX Processing Mode
Audyssey DSX
Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Music Optimizer
192K/24 Bit DACs (Burr-Brown)
Connectivity
Audio I/O 7 / 2
Phono Input
Digital Audio IN (OPT/COAX) 23/ 3
Composite I/O 5 / 1
S-Video I/O 4 / 2
Component Video I/O 2 / 1
Front-Panel A/V L / R / V
Front-Panel Portable input (stereo mini jack)
HDMI I/O 7 (6+1)/ 1
HDMI Version V1.4a (supports 3D video and Audio Return Channel)
Component Video Upconversion
Analog To HDMI UpConversion
1080p Upscaling (DCDi Cinema)
Multi-Channel Input 7.1 channel
Analog Pre-Outs 7.2 channel
Powered Zone2
Zone 2 Line Out
Zone 3 Line Out
U-Port
iPod Ready (optional UP-A1)
HD Radio Ready (optional UP-HT1)
SIRIUS Radio Ready
Internet Radio Capable (Pandora, Rhapsody, Napster, vTuner, Sirius Internet Radio, MediaFly, Slacker)
Streaming Audio From PC (Windows 7 and DLNA compatible)
Streaming Audio From USB memory (iPhone/iPod support)
PC Input (15 pin D-sub)
Integration Access
RS-232
IR Input
Ethernet
ONKYO-RI System Control
12V Trigger
Miscellaneous
Pre-Pro Remote
Bi-directional Remote Setup via GUI
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Auto Speaker Calibration W/Mic. (Audyssey MultEQ)
OSD Out (advanced "Home" GUI via all video outputs)
Solid Aluminum Front
Manufacturer Warranty Labor
2 years limited
Parts
2 years limited
honestly i would go with the 5008 its a darn beast and u get more bang for your buck with onkyo