Ginntonic: The Sony tae-9000es, it also has the coolest lcd remote you could ever want. I bought one for the same reason you are under $1000. I have seen them on audiogon for $800-$1000. There is also one heck-of-a update with a cd and another remote direct from Sony for $160. So if you could buy one on audiogon for $840. plus the $160. update, you would be at your $1K limit and I don't think you will find a better catch. Good Luck, and remember to have fun.
