Pioneer HT amps...what one...newbie


hi...ive been wanting to get into HT in the living room and leaving the LINN in a listening room.
my budget is tight in the $500 region(for amp) and ive narrowed the search to 2 Pioneers amps a VSX 1019 AHK & a 9040 TXH
does anybody know what the difference is between these? they are priced similar and both appeal to me!........is there an amp in this price range that beats both of these???
What Speakers Match Well W/ Pioneer gear,i was looking for some small/maybe satts that can handle Music well also and what is a realistic price to spend on speakers when u spend $500 on an amp/?
thanx
julian
joolzriff

Showing 1 response by les_creative_edge

The VSX-9040TXH has full set of preamp outs. You may like to have those in case you wish to supplant the internal amps with an out board amplifier. For about $500 US the 9040 is a very nice AVR. But check out other brands too before you buy. But if you like Pioneer the 9040 is again nice for about $500