HELP Best 5.1 amplification for under $2000

This may be cheaper than you were intending, but the Denon AVR 3803 is not a bad receiver. It has 7.1 channels (100W/ch), which you can use 5.1 for the HT, and the other 2 channels for another room. It has video switching, which means you only need one video cable to your TV, as it will upgrade all the inputs to component video outs. (This includes both S video as well as coaxial). I have last years model the 3802, (which lacks the video switching, unfortunately), but my friend just picked up a 3803 on Audiogon for $600. (New they are retailed at $1,200. But you can easily find them cheaper on-line).

My only caveat is that this is not really audiophile quality. If you are going to use this as your sole amp for quality listening, don't get it. (But if you are like me, your HT setup is secondary compared to the REAL stereo setup, it should serve you adequately.)

Good Luck!

Thank you very much for the response Kurt_tank,
Since this unit will need to perform double duty -- both music and theater - I am trying to get some feedback from the audiophiles on what might be a good starting point.

I have heard reports similar to yours' on the DENON, which appears to top the list of Asian imports (excluding Rotel).

I was hoping someone would come up with an experienced suggestion on separates for under 2K which would be a sonic improvement on the discontinued b&k receiver.

Best regards

Outlaw(outlawaudio.com) the 950 and 755 is about $1700. The 950 is a clone that is made for multiple retailers including Sherbourn and ATI. Read http:/audioholics.com/productreviews/avhardware/clone-prepros.php