with a Pioneer VSX-1016 from vanns.com for $409 shipped.

I've had my HK 525 since 2003, and well it's time for something new. Searched the specs and find this model to be an outstanding value.

i'll try to get a review of some sort up next week or so. Setup looks daunting...many more tweaks than my 2002 model HK.

Only obvious shortcomings is weight....Pioneer comes in at 33.5 lbs -vs- the HKs' 42lbs.