i might get a sony, but i wasnt exactly thrilled w/ the all the "bells & whistles". i only need 2ch, and i like the a/d in my pioneer 563a, so i thought seperates was the way to go. i'm, also, leaning towards SS vs tubes. not sure why really, but i guess i could be persuaded. what pre's wil allow me to run a active sub? there are major deals on used adcom out there for about the same price as the 3000es is new. thanks again. round of t's.