I've been reading a lot on these forums lately, as I've been making some changes to my equipment and setup. It's been very helpful. And you, Peng, have written countless helpful replies to people, including me. Thank you.
When I saw you'd replied to this thread, I predicted you would suggest the X3600H over the SR 6013, before I read your post. I can't back that impression up by citing specific posts or anything, but that was what my reading led me to guess. I was even more surprised you recommended the SR7013! I'd thought you'd said audible differences were very minimal across models in these price tiers.
Just goes to show I need to read carefully, and avoid leaping to conclusions.
By the way, those prices on the SR7013 are not available in the US right now, and I haven't heard much about the 7014. I'm not sure the 7012 ever got that low here - I would guess a $999 closeout price. Interesting to know that might be coming soon on the 13.
(Sorry I don't have info for you, Sendu. Best wishes for your upgrade.)
Thanks.