Receiver for 702 S2 and HTM71 S2

@mysterygadget, i've no doubt the more recent anthem 1140 is favored, but you're talking a lot more money + it's likely overkill for what you need--it has 11 channels? i haven't heard the arcam 550, although i do know the earlier-generation 500, which was a very good sounding piece. i do see the 550 (which is a 2018 model) sell for $600-700 on ebay and i would be intrigued at that range.

Thank you. 

Doing some research it appears the Anthem mrx-1140 is favored over the 720 and Arcam is more favored over the anthem. I believe Caphill mentioned this in the post I linked above. Would the Arcam AVR550 he recommended still be a solid contender? I can get this used for $500 to $1000.

There is a seller on here offering the AVR550 for 1,152.00. 

I appreciate the help, this stuff is well outside of my wheelhouse.

avrs depreciate faster than old sushi, so i'd buy used or refurbished. you can find a  anthem 520/720/740 for pretty cheap--it'll have fewer bells and whistles than the mass market stuff but are better built and will probably sound better. arcam avr would be my other choice

Any recommendations for a multi-channel amp for the 702s? 

I got a recommendation from Listenup for a Marantz SR8015 - 11.2 Channel 8K AV Surround Receiver.

As far as budget goes, what is the price differential between good and great? caphill mentioned good receiver for 2000 and very good/great? for 3500 but that was 5+ years ago.

Definitely open to suggestions on other options. The reason I was leaning toward the 702 s2 is because of the good reviews and feedback. I believe the only downside was the bass which I can supplement with the Seismic 110.

Appreciate the help.

What’s your budget, and are you looking for new or used? Are you open to suggestions for other speakers?  Also, what’s your priority between HT and 2-channel?  Is 2-channel important?