I have had the AVR-2800 running for 10 days now and I must say it is indeed superb with music and film. Yes it doesn't have all the HDMI connects/gizmo's but I wanted a great sound and straight HD picture direct from the source and I think if it had cost £600 rather than £399 with a free QED I would still feel it was a true bargain. Fill your boots and get Arcammed!
Cheers.