I think that I have it narrowed down to this Pioneer series for a number of reasons(price and brand loyalty). If I do not have ANY need for multi room/zone, use zero analog source material and really cannot see a 7.1 in the near future based upon my room size and layout. I am looking at the VSX 819H and the VSX 919AH and am trying to figure out if there is any reason at all to spend the extra $100.00? I have only an HDTV(JVC 47"), Direct TV box and a BR player (Sony). I do not game, I do not VCR. I rent 90% BR movies. and 10% listen to Ipod or CD music. At this price, I am not necessarily trying to buy for the future. We all know that every low/mid level (maybe higher) will be outdated in time. I will be running a Paradigm 330 cinema LCR w/ ADP`s and a Velodyne 3750 sub. I could pull the trigger on the 819 today and could do the 919 in a few weeks. Currently my BRP is handling all receiver duties as it is a HTIB player.(sucks for that BTW) I demand all the latest audio features such as Master DT and True HD etc. Video upscaling and 4 or more HDMI are irrelevant. Love GUI but can live w/o. Love USB connectivity for Ipod. Do not own an Iphone. We say ye all.
