Integra DTR-5.9 or HK AVR 245?

[audiolover]

I can get a good deal on the Integra from a local dealer for $599(MSRP is $799). Of course I can get the HK from Best Buy for $499. I recently purchased a Panny BD60 Blu ray player and want to upgrade my receiver to one that has HDMI and will decode the new formats. These are the 2 models I'm considering. My old receiver(Marantz SR3001) is on ebay right now so will be pulling the trigger on one of these this weekend. My speakers are Jamo C603 mains along with C60 center(all 6 ohms) and I am running some cheap Sony bookshelf models as surrounds. Also have an Energy 8" sub. I can't find many reviews on the Integra but according to the specs it is rated for 6 ohms. I must admit the HK fascination is for the looks. I have not heard either receiver. But I have noticed several quality issues with HK. I'm leaning towards Integra for reliability and more HDMI inputs. Let me know what you guys think. I have attached links with specs for both units.


http://www.integrahometheater.com/model.cfm?m=DTR-5.9&class=Receiver&p=s

http://www.harmankardon.com/specifications.aspx?Region=USA&Country=US&Language=ENG&cat=REC&ser=&prod=AVR 254&sType=C

 

[audiolover]

Sorry, I actually meant the 254, not 245. Any thoughts?

 

[CraigV]

I would take the HK over the Onkyo

 

[audiolover]

I thought that Integra is supposed to be the upper end line of Onkyo that is built with better parts, etc.

 

[audiolover]

I'm sure there are others with opinions on these 2 units. I would like as much feedback as possible as these are the only 2 models I am considering. Chime in guys(and gals)!!!