fuck the receiver.. get a used Lexicon MC-1.. get used Crown power amps (D-150s2 for example or even PS-200,s) get some good used B&W speakers (DM-602,s L,C,R) & (DM601,s sides, and L,R rear).. get a good powered sub by Klipsch or build one.
7.1 or 9.1 just like a REAL cinema.. with REAL power..
Receivers are shite.. and fuck paying for new equipment built in China.. I want RMS values not peak power.. If you must go the receiver route buy a Denon,, but I really suggest building a custom system..
Velodyne is a good bet for speakers too..
http://www.velodyne.com/main.aspx
from your budget and description of what you want -> Klipsch with Denon reciever, if you're going the new route.......
http://www.klipsch.com/na-en/
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