I'm picking up an Integra DHC-80.2 from my local dealer on Saturday. I've been following all the various problems associated with it on multiple threads at AVS Forum, and have checked the serial number against the numbers of the units with the acknowledged manufacturer's defects, and have verified that it is NOT one of the affected units. So I'm crossing my fingers and taking the plunge.

When the 978 comes out, as I mentioned above, I'll probably purchase it and give it a 30-day test drive. If the sound quality exceeds that of the Integra, I'll keep it and sell the Integra. So keep your eyes on this space -- you may be able to get a pristine DHC-80.2 for a reasonable price down the road ...
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HT:
Outlaw 7700 amp
Integra DHC-80.3 pre-pro
Oppo BDP-105
AppleTV
TiVo XL Premiere
XBox 360

Legacy Whisper XD fronts
Legacy Focus center, sub, surround and surround back
Shunyata Defender conditioner

2-Channel:
Parasound Halo JC-1 monoblocks
McIntosh C2500 preamp
E.A.R. 324 phono stage
AMG Viella V12 turntable
Lyra Etna cartridge
VPI SDS

Kubala-Sosna Elation interconnects
Kubala-Sosna Elation speaker cable
Shunyata Triton & Typhon power conditioner


A man's reach should always exceed his grasp ... else, what's there a Heaven for?