Recommendation for REALLY inexpensive receiver

I'll offer the counter-opinion (based on ownership of 2 units) that Onkyos are not built like battleships. Quite the contrary, to put it mildly.

Avoid the digital amps--its Class D and not as good as Class A or B. And the "D" doesn't have anything to do with digital: its just marketing hype. Class D is an analog design (the next after class C) that goes back to 1928--predating digital itself. Spectron and Tact are a little different--but still ultimately Class D too. Now if you're an environmentalist they are more efficient so it'll do the job with less power, but less fidelity.

I agree with either Outlaw or Onkyo. They both offer the best value for the money and sound. I have never had any problems with the Onkyo gear I have owned off an on for the last 25 years.

Remember, there is no gear that is break proof. Pick any brand and put in a post asking if anyone has had problems, and I am sure you will get a reply (or more).

Outlaw 1050 will make you very happy.

Thank you, all, so far, for your responses. I am heavily leaning toward the Outlaw--I read 100+ reviews at audio review. Would any of you take a Denon AVR-3300 (assuming in near-perfect condition) for $450- including shipping over the Outlaw?