Quote Originally Posted by Mr Peabody
The only way to know if it's justified is to be able to listen to both and, even then, each would have to make up their own mind if it's worth it to them.

One guy went for a Krell to the 8003. I'm sure it's just to get the new features but I'd sure love to hear what he had to say on sound quality difference. Some day down the road I'll have to give a full report.
Mr. Peabody....when you receive the gear...will you do a review for us? I may be in the market for something similar soon. at least for the processor...probably go another direction and get a used 7 channel amp in the $1500 range.