Great thread! I will not add to the warranty debate as you guys have covered all the major points. I will say I bought the AVR-2801 in 2000 from Crazy Eddie's for something in the range of $450. Retail was 799 IIRC. Now I remember thinking for weeks should I buy cheap and take my chances or pay...
I have the Denon 2801 (year 2k model) and I love it. I also use ir for 50/50 movies/music. 5-channel stereo mode for music is great. At the time the 2801's amp was warmer the 3801 so music actually sounded better on the 2801. It may be the same case with the 2802 and 3802 which is why John...
Mike, I bought a 5040 a week ago at BB. It was on sale for 284.99 (normally 299.99) Plus 50 MIB. Don't know if it's still on sale, but I would recommend saving the 100 bucks and going with the 5040 for starters. If you like it, and decide you need more space, you can use that 100 bucks you...
I don't live in Austin, but I am going to be there when Fellowship of the ring is released, and of course need to see it in the best theater in Austin!! :) I will be in the area of 620 and 2222, but I will drive anywhere in Austin if the theater is worth it!
Thanks for any suggestions!
Chad