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Yamaha vs Marantz vs Denon

I'm about to replace a stereo amp (NAD c320) with a surround receiver. The top of my list is the Denon avr2309 (around AU$1300-$1500), but I'm after opinions on which of these three brands are considered the most "musical"; that is, the receiver most likely to do a good job of two-channel music.
Most of the receivers in this price range do everything else I want (7.1ch, auto setup, all the new HD codecs, several HDMI in/outs etc), but the deciding factor for me will be the brand that handles stereo music well.

Now I know I should be doing my own listening tests, but it's very hard where I am to find stores carrying all the models I want to compare, let alone finding the time; I value your opinions!!
carl109

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carl109 OP
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Thanks for the advice so far. I currently have a pair of B&W DM602's and a Wharfedale sub. I am yet to add any speakers, but would probably look for smaller B&W's for the rears (still 600 series) and a B&W center.

I can't justify the cost or cabinet space to keep a separate stereo setup, hence my desire for the receiver to deal well with music as well as movies.
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