Good looking and sounding amp?

For a five channel amp go to Audioadvisor.com and check out the amp and preamp by Musical fidelity. They are offered at a speacial price of $4K for the pair. Most people really like the looks. I don't personaly, but I do appreciate the design. They are available on a thirty day trial and if they are like the rest of the new line they should sound very good. If I ever did an HT system myself I would consider using the MF gear with the Gallo Micros, but with a better subwoofer (than the Gallo). I assume that they have crossovers in the preamp for this, but am not certain.

PS: The stereo amp would depend on the rest of your gear, your listening room (size) and your musical taste.

McIntosh or Electrocompaniet or Anthem in Silver.

Check out the Odyssey Stratos (http://www.odysseyaudio.com)! This is a 150W/ch amp that is available in a range of colors, but most importantly...sounds very musical. In fact it sounds better than most amps I've heard or had. It sounded markedly better than my Audio Research amps. Best of all...it's a true audio bargain (starts around $995 for stereo). Give Klaus Bunge a call (317)299-5578...you can't go wrong with this product!