Try here for starts. John
http://reviews.cnet.com/Home_audio/2001-6462_7-0.html?tag=dir.cat
Alright, I move into my new off campus apartment this week and am looking to invest in a new stereo system. I'd like to pick up a receiver, dvd changer, and possibly a set of surround sound speakers with a powered sub (those could wait though because we already have enough speakers to upset the neighbors, but surround sound would be nice). I want something powerful enough to have a nice size party with, sturdy enough to be able to handle a few years of college life, but fairly inexpensive. I have about $400 to play with. I feel like I have a pretty good grasp of what I need, but that is a lot of money to throw down on something so I just wanna be sure. Any help with brands, models, etc. would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
-Chris

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