Marantz PM7003

Powers two sets of speakers independently or together. Has two sets of recordable input / outputs. Internally separation between devices is excellent so no apparent crossover noise.

Could do with even more input sockets but easily compensated by adding a multiway box. Quite heavy so car needs to be taken that it is not on the same shelf as a record deck if that shelf can 'bounce'. Design makes it stand out from the other equipment...

Excellent sound (chrystal clear, 'big' sound, good balance across the spectrum, lifelike) Versitility Apparently very well built

no stand outs as of yet (certainly not for the price).

Superb sound quality and very robust design

No optical inout