[Avr Watts? Company rating differ from best buy. Which watt rating do I trust]

For the denon 970 and and the w1600 they have different watt rating on best buy, crutchfield and and the denon web sit. Are they using different metrics?

[$600 Denon s950 vs x1600 vs Sony1080 + suggestions for r820 7.1 package]

2 hours ago, wuzzzer said:

Purchase from accessories4less.com

 

They have awesome deals on factory refurbished receivers.  You should be able to get a receiver that retails for $1000-1400 that fits your budget.  Pretty much anything in that price range is going to be fantastic with your setup. 

Any suggestions? The speakers arrive tomorrow

 

[$600 Denon s950 vs x1600 vs Sony1080 + suggestions for r820 7.1 package]

Every review has something different to say, I am more confused the more I read. 7.1 package with the r820 and the 120 sub is in the mail so I am rushing the reciever research. I would like to stay in the $600 range. 

Any suggests, advice or opinions are appreciated