Update ko lang. Just got a new Panasonic amp. Not much discussion at pinoydvd about this amp, but looks like full digital amps are beginning to make waves elsewhere. Lots of power!! I wouldn't say it's better than the Yamaha 1400 but there's a lot to like about this xr57. Sound quality is clear and crisp, hindi muddled kahit malakas. It easily drives the small Bose speakers.
When I get the time, I'll check how it can drive the B&W's. I heard that a lot of people have given up higher-end gears in exchange for this amp. Got it thru Amazon.
The Oppo is also a great dvd player. Better PQ than the Momitsu I'm using for the HT. I'm using it now for the plasma, but will probably swap it later for use with the Infocus 4805.
Thanks for looking.
jomonds