Emotiva or Anthem or Something Else?

@mikelavigne - thanks for the tip on the Trinnov.  I love the idea but it’s quite a bit more than I want to spend.  Even if it could be upgraded into the future I’m not ready to commit to that level of cost.  Very cool product though

@balooo2 - I was really into the Anthem stuff and listened to one at a local shop in 2 channel mode.  It sounded amazing. I’ve just been put off by all of the stuff I’ve read online about the bugs and software issues. 

@melchionda I hear you loud and clear as I had the same concerns but I can tell you the recent updates have addressed the issues. If you'll notice many of the problems are likely posted 3+ months ago. My unit is as stable as can be in all regards. Hope you find the sweet spot you are looking for!

Thanks @balooo2.  You are not making this easier!  LOL!  It's hard to figure out what to do and I'm looking for reasons to take these off the list.

Looking at an Anthem? Keep the Emo out of your thought process. 
 

 I’m not one with theatre stuff, I’m strictly a 2 ch for music and movies. 
 

Anthem is great, 

whatmabout the,McCormack map-1 or similar, is that a multi channel ?

I wish I,could say,more, just steer,clear of thatmEmo stuff T may,last a couple years, but service, warranty is horrendous, heard the stories bout a new cd, or receiver, something goes wrong, you send in, they send you a faulty used or returned replacement. 
 

use caution.

also, you will need,some wrinkle bag n the amp dept, most receivers are bland and can’t handle the output you may want, don’t clip her.

Another Anthem fan here. I'm on my 2nd 2 ch integrated and wouldn't trade it for anything.