You may want to look at the NAD 317 -- can be had for around that price via Soundcity -- and it sounds as good as any other integrated two and three times it's price. The 317 has got some great reviews from the press and check out www.audioreview.com. It has a very nice remote and should provide you with trouble free listening. I like the fact that NAD would rather spend money on the sound than all the bells and whistles. Good luck, I also hear great things about the Puccini.
