Denon AVR 2803 vs Integra DTR 5.4 vs HK AVR 330


Still contemplating which one to buy... I can get any of the three for around $550. I've read that Onkyo/Integra receivers have artifically inflated wattage ratings. I've read that Harman Kardons aren't reliable in the long run. I'm just wondering which one of these is better for starting my 1st home theater system. It'll be used for pretty much everything, and I'm thinking of going with either Axiom or Paradigm towers & center channel, with the same brand of bookshelfs as surrounds. I'm attempting to spend around $2000 for everything in a 5.1 home theater system. I've read so much about everything it's getting a bit confusing...What's the best bang for my money?
lustmerchant

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I just sold my Integra 6,2 for 400--- It was listed for 4 weeks.--- I thought for the money--- Well, you get a lot for the money. It was a sweet sounding / trouble free / bug free. Some of the new Hks have a bug.
Strange as it is, my sister has the HK 320. It is a nice sounding piece----But nowhere the sophistication of the Integ.
Ideally;look for one that was about 1200 new;and has the features you need, and the power you need.-- 550 buys a lot in a used receiver. EDIT: I saw a hot buy and couldn't remember what it was so ---NOW I do. Marantz 6200 for 450. BTW, my new receiver is the Marantz 9300. While I was shopping for it--then as I was selling my Integ.I kept a close eye on "used receivers and their prices". This would be my pick at the price point.