With its formidable spec this Denon is well worth a look – but it can't quite match the standards of the class-leaders
With its thorough HD specification, this Sony is a solid performer – but it just misses out on a fifth star
This Marantz looks the business and has a decent specification, but it's not quite dynamic enough to match up to the elite
The Onkyo TX-NR807 is a good amp, that with greater subtlety could be a great amp
The '3310 makes a fine purchase, but it's not quite good enough to trouble the class leaders
The VSX-LX52 is a very capable machine, but it falls a touch short in the performance-per-pound stakes
This Pioneer's a capable receiver, with stylish good looks and a bespoke iPod dock too
Yamaha's RX-V765 is the model above the RX-V565. It's supremely talented but falls just short of getting the full five-star star rating
The Yamaha RX-V565 is a competent HD receiver capable of intimacy and detail, and good music playback, but bass lacks punch
Not the most agile amp at this price-point, but the Onkyo is still an appealing, feature-packed machine with plenty of clout
The Pioneer SC-LX82 picks up a huge amount of detail, making it one of the most capable amplifiers on the market