Best processor/reciever for 800 ? Sony, Adcom?


I am a two channel guy who is dabbling into HT (again) and wanted some tips from the pros.

Looking to spend around 800 or less on a pre/pro/ Music sound is irrelevant only HT performance. Would a reciever be a better match in this regard?
I was thinking of the Sony ES unit or the Adcom 760 in terms of a pre-pro and combining with the matching 5 channel amp. I am not looking for 6.1 7.1 sound etc. I can't do with anymore speakers in the living room. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
vikkysingh

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I used to own an Adcom 760 pre/pro, and thought it was a reasonably good surround processor for the price, although less satisfying for music reproduction. I think there are now a number of units on the market that offer comparable or better performance for less money.

If you want to save some money and still get a unit that will satisfy your HT needs, take a look at the Outlaw Audio 1050 receiver, or their new 950 pre/pro. Outlaw sells its products over the Internet. The 1050 has gotten excellent reviews, and sells for $500 new. The new 950 pre/pro sells for $900.
Here is the link for more info:
http://www.outlawaudio.com/home.html