I have an s3 that doesn't have a cracked or scratched screen though it doesn't seem to want to power up anymore though. If you are interested shoot me a msg
I will address part of your rant as i can not really be bothered to waste my time going back and forth with you. Yes my sample size is one of each. At least i have actual experience owning each one of the devices that i am talking about do you? Second the 1040 is $600 not $500 so i am not sure...
I have owned both the Sony that i am using right now that is rated as the best receiver that you can buy under $500 and also a Denon which died on me causing me to upgrade. So this assertion of yours about Sony being inferior is garbage that you cannot backup with actual facts. If his budget is...
Thought you might also find the info on this page useful :-
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-l2w9FZGrH75/learn/learningcenter/home/hometheater_surround.html