HT Proc. with 5.1 analog in, under 1k, good sound?

Thanks for the suggestions... though the meridian 565 does not have a 5.1 analog in, and the Outlaw is a bit bigger in physical size than I had in mind. (It's huge!)

So I'll continue looking.

Just my opinion, if possible, try to find a used A/V receiver with HMDI video switching. Component video inputs will eventually be obsolete, and will make it harder to sell non HDMI processors in the future. Most A/V processors are large because they try to accomdate every possible source and every possible input/output jack type for backward compatibility, but bigger is not always better.

I don't know how much the audio refinement pre 2 dsp is currently going for, but it will do what you are looking for. The newer versions have dpl II as well.
Mark

Somec59 - Actually, I've already got my video switching and processing covered. I need the HT Proc for audio-purposes only.

Msf - Thanks for the suggestion. Since I do a lot of Wii gaming, I am quite interested in DPL II. It seems the Audio Refinement Pre2DSP with the DPL II addon will meet my requirements, but unfortunately, there aren't any currently available on the 'Gon. I'll keep my eye open.

The Rotel 1066 is a nice choice and there are several currently listed well within you price range. It meets your connection requirements, sounds great and is a great looking piece to boot.