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What receiver should I buy?

I need some help my fellow audio fans. I need to replace my beloved Harmon Kardon AVR 7300. I just want something that has HDMI. I want to spend under $2000.00. It doesn't have to be new technology. I just want to be able to continue enjoying my 5.1 Klipsch set-up at high volumes. Does anyone have any suggestions? My 7300 is old tech but a high current monster. I need something close.   Speakerwise I run Klipsch, RF 82s, an RC64, RS52's and an RW12D.  I just use it for watching movies and the occasional rock concert video (AC/DC) and the like.  I'm not an audiophile.  My hearing sucks but I do need good clean power.  The Integra DTR 70.4 has the weight and the stats  but the reviews say it's under powered.  I'm willing to buy refurbished models and "new in the box" stuff that several years old.  What should I get and where can I get it.  
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I completely agree with tls49. In fact, I believe the weakest part of a cheaper AVR is the preamp section, not the power amp section. We're not talking about the processing at all. An external power amp attached to an inferior AVR will give you more power, but still poor sound.

The Integra mentioned should have absolutely no problem whatsoever driving the Klipsch to crazy high levels with ease. The Klipsch are not a difficult load and their sensitivity is very high. However, a older prepro and power amp can give you flexibility for the down the road where you can replace the prepro and keep the power amp.
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