I thought I would start a new thread on this one. In my last post I was breaking ground trying to get some idea of where I should begin trying to build a home theater system. After reading all the excellent posts I have come to some conclusion that I really don't need even a mid-level receiver. I don't need the Ipod docking and up conversion from s-video to component, etc. My original question was do I need hdmi inputs, and the concensus was "no," so that was nice.

So, what about these two? There were some posts on both brand in my last thread.

- Pioneer VSX-816-K
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Pione...Detail.do#tabs

- Denon AVR-1506
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-TCsU26e...0&I=033AVR1506

One thing I didn't care for with Denon is that it's one of those manufacturers still trying to hold onto price protection, where the manufacturer only allows certain dealers to sell at fixed prices. I know build quality is still something else, however!

The other thing is, my favorite little audio specialty store doesn't really want to sell me a lower end receiver, so I will have to work through those little details.

Advise appreciated!