I'm building my first HT and have pretty much settled on Paradigm speakers -- Studio 40's for mains, CC-470 for center, SA-10R in-ceiling speakers for surrounds (no back or side walls in my great room); haven't decided on a sub yet. The Studio 40's are the best speakers I can afford among the ones I heard. Now I would like to select a receiver.

I've been lurking the audio forums and have auditioned a few. Based mainly on perceived build quality within those I can afford, I've narrowed the field down to two: Denon (either the AVR-1804 or the AVR-2803) or Harmon Kardon (AVR 330). I've been able to audition Denon with Paradigm and liked what I heard. I haven't been able to hear the HK but I've read more than a few comments about HK being too "warm" to go with Paradigms. Can this be true when reviews on the Studio 40's describe them as uncolored and transparent?

So, any objective opinions out there as to which of these two receiver(s) mate best with the Studio line of Paradigm? I'd really like to hear from those who have heard HK with Paradigm. Feel free to make other suggestions within my price range ($500 - $800) with the understanding that I'm not interested in used equipment. Thanks for your help.