I was at a Rotel / Anthem dealer looking at both AVM20 and 1066. The finish on the AVM20 is so much better. Unfortunately the two systems were on separate setups so you could not do direct comparison but the AVM20 with the matching Anthem Amp with Paradigm Studio 60's (they are what I have at home) sounded a bit mellow. However I think it is the amp that gives this feeling (the dealer confirmed this and was not too enthusiastic about the Anthem amp) plus the speakers are also mellow. At home I have a Parasound HCA 2205 which is a bit brighter and the combination should sound great. I can get the AVM20 for about $2700 at a local dealer but it is still a bit too steep for me. I got to wait a bit or try to see if I can get a better price form Canada.