Quote Originally Posted by Feanor
Speaking of handsome LOOKING components, when in Costco I saw this very handsome Samsung HW-C700 7.1 receiver. The picture just doesn't do it justice: "in the flesh", the finish has a steely luster that is exceptionally gorgeous. And of course, the front panel simply couldn't get much sleeker -- one knob and a tiny 'ON' button; of course the bottom section folds down for more controls.

The unit is being sold with a similarly sleek Blu-ray player and Polk speakers.
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A home theater in the box by any other name...
THERE are companies that have been building gear for eons that I WILL NOT TOUCH.
Get back to me in fifty or so years(modern medicine allowing).