Yamaha is the route I would go. They have probably the best repair record of any major receiver maker. They appear to replace unnecessary frills with better parts. Marantz would be my other choice but they have atrocious customer service..at least in Canada...so bad that a big dealer here told Marantz they would no longer carry the brand until they fixed the several units they had for repair.

I like the upgradeability of the 5660B and I almost bought it myself on Boxing day. If I were to get a receiver it would probably top my list.

Onkyo is worth a look too. not a fan of Denon...IMO groslly overpriced and underpowered in the tertiary channels. The following site is a little out of date because they have a magazine they want you to buy...but the newer models are typically the same for sound purposes. They change model numbers and the odd feature in hopes that people will trade in.

http://www.hifichoice.co.uk/review_l...category=MULTI