Thanks for the replies and suggestions. I ended up getting the Pioneer VSX-1016. I really wanted the Outlaw but the lack of assignable inputs was the deal breaker. I am sure I am sacraficing quality and performance for the extra one or two extra HD video through-puts but it was necessary. I am definately going to keep up on what Outlaw is offering and as soon as I can fit one of their products into my line-up I will go for it. Until then the Pioneer puts out an acceptable sound and has the features I need.

As far as remotes I have a Univeral MX-700 that all of the devices are programmed into. I can program macros into it as well but haven't messed with that yet. I have looked at the Harmony remotes but I am not sure how much I like them. I like to be able to tweak and customize the look and operations of the remotes and from what I can tell you basically end up with what their website gives you. Also, I am not clear as to whether you have complete control of individual components with the Harmony remotes or if everything works through their action commands. I should probably take a closer look at them though because there are alot of people who like them.

Thanks again.

Matt