I agree with the Carver statement above. I've had one since High School, only been serviced twice, knobs are missing, used to run my Fraternity parties...been through hell, but still is kicking, runs cool, low noise and great power. I have the 5 channel carver surround amp currently hooked to a Rotel surround preamp for my main theater. This beast is over 20 years old and quiet as a mouse. Hopefully you can find one in new condition and hasn't been through college with a teenager.
Best Receiver?
I’m setting up a second system with a set of stand mount speakers and a nice Garrard 301 and want a tuner built in, rather than an integrated amp. Of all the receivers, vintage and more recent, what’s the best sounding? I always thought those massive Marantz etc looked great but didn’t sound particularly good. Anyone have experience with something that sounded great?