I'm comparing these AVR's since CNET references them in each others' reviews...

Denon AVR790
http://reviews.cnet.com/av-receivers...tag=txt%3bpage

Onkyo TX-SR607
http://reviews.cnet.com/av-receivers...tag=txt%3bpage

Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K
http://reviews.cnet.com/av-receivers...tag=txt%3bpage

Primarily, since I am can't tell differences in receivers at Frys or Magnolia or Hi-Fi Buys, I rely on reviews I read to help me out. Granted, I am only looking at a $400-$500 AVR, but I like to know I am getting my money's worth even if my tone-deaf self can't hear it.

Primarily, the audio quality of the 3. Denon's is lackluster they say, while the Pioneer "The VSX-1019AH's sounds better than any $500 receiver we can think of".

I am stupidly stuck on the Denon since I have had one for years, but it's more childish attachment.

Anyway, do these guys really know what they're talking about?

Thanks.