For the amp considerations, I went with a B stock 750 ($949 shipped - wait list < 30 days). Currently looking for a ATI 1502 for rears or 2 Marantz MA500's. This will put you at $1250ish. Another option Carver 705x $600ish plus cheap 2 channel in the 100watt range (parasound, rotel...). For 6 channel 2 Acurus A200x3 for about $1000 - $1200 used.