My budget would be around the $600-$900 range. I use it for stereo(2 channel) music with the intention of more HTheatre in the future. 2 KLF-30's up front, KSW-15 sub, future Klipsh center and rears(haven't decided yet). I have been looking at Onkyo like a 696 or something. I am not an audiophile like most of you guys, mine would be less frequent use but enjoy good clean crisp sound when I listen.