If you really care about sound reproduction then finding the "right" equipment for your tastes, music, room, etc. is by far the hardest task you'll face. My advice is to go find equipment that really rocks your world and then check into reliability later. Most brands are at least fairly reliable, and you may find that after really falling for a component that reliability might actually fall lower on your list of priorities.
In any event, I agree with a previous post that if you're starting your search with reliability ratings this probably isn't the best site (nor the best audience) to consult.
In any event, I agree with a previous post that if you're starting your search with reliability ratings this probably isn't the best site (nor the best audience) to consult.