New to surround as I've stated previously, so I'll value opnions. I want the best bang for buck and I've noted outlaw users with Denon 2910, 3910, and some others. Considering that I have a 990 and have played with 7.1 and Mrs. nfaguys allows 7.1 setup in liv room....and considering that I've not upgraded my old rear projection TV, so I don't care about the switching, yet, I ask the following:

(1) Is DENON the one to go with if I don't care about changers (like Sony has a 400 disc changer).

(2) If DENON is, in anyone's opinion preferable, is the 3910 that much better for the buck? I know it's somewhat subjective, but then, I'm new at surround....and I care more for the sound than the pic. And yes I've read forums and been on Denon's site.

(3) What do you think about DENON refurbs on ebay? Quality a problem? Waranty?

(4) Your other choices.

(5) Any comments.

..........I thank you and really appreciate this forum. It helps this (old) newbie.