Originally posted by Arizona Mike:
I have been told that the Yamahas run pretty warm which might appeal to the current brightness of my room. Thanks for the help!
That's about the exact opposite of what I've heard and experienced. If it's sound quality that you're most interested in, I've seen some used NAD receivers, somehow the model #T762 rings a bell, for a little above the price range you just stated. It's the model that has PLII, DTS-ES, and the like.
I think most would generally agree that mass market receivers tend to be towards the brighter side although I have read reviews about Onkyo receivers being a little warmer than the others.
[This message has been edited by Jason J (edited November 19, 2003).]