Hey guys/girls, I am new to the boards here and I have been reading for quite awhile.

All I am reading is about Denon and Yamaha and brands like that. I was looking at getting a Sony Receiver, any opinions on this? I have read a lot of reviews on this receiver and it looks good (STR-DE995S)

I have about $700-800 to spend on a receiver and speakers and I have a few questions. I am looking to get a 7.1 surround receiver, the Sony (STR-DE995S) is the one I have taken a liking too and I found it at a relatively cheap price from OneCall.com ($327.35). Does anyone have any opinions on this receiver or Sony in general? I always thought they were a good company.

As for speakers, I am looking for, like I said 7.1 surround, so I need the 2 rear surrounds. I was wondering if some of you could point me in the right direction for a set of speakers and I would really like a sub that has a 10" woofer with it. So any help would be much appreciated. I have about $400 or so to spend on the speakers. I would love some Bose, but know they are no where near my price range but would Bose speakers even connect to a Sony receiver?

Please help guys/girls, thanks for your time.

Ryan