B&K separates or the AVR307?

After 11 months of looking at every receiver and separates in the $1000 to $7500 range, I chose the AVR 307. It is unbelievable, and I did not notice a difference versus separates. B & K is a very solid choice.

I went through the same quandry appox 3 months ago. Did a little research found that the preamp/processer in the 305/307 is the reference 30. Check the stats on the power amps in the recievers 150/channel, by the time you make your best deal on the reciever the power amps are little to no cost. I bought the 305 had a extra 2 channel power amp and now enjoy 7 channels of rich HT and Great DVD AUDIO

Went down that road. Separates are better. B&K makes great pre/pros and good amps. For the money you can get a better amp. I have the REF 30 with an EAD powermaster 1000. What kind of speaker will you be using?
Tim

I fully concur with Sdcampbell. I have the B&K 202, and it's a nice piece of equipment. However, the 150wpc may not be sufficient for more demanding HT (5 to 7 channels driven) or DVD-A (5 full range speakers); also, you are paying for a Tuner, which you may not want.

I have spoken with B&K about upgrading my 202 to the 305 (5 vs. your 7 channels), versus buying the Ref 30: he said that I would effectively have the Ref 30 by the time I was done, except for some connection capabilities on the back panel.

I personally would go for the separates, as you can then choose the amps.

The 202 has the reference 20 preamp and the 305/7 have the reference 30 preamp already in the receiver.
If you are not happy with the sound quality or power ect then you plug in an aftemarket 5/6 channel amp of your choice and you have your seperates.
Down the road the receiver will probably sell for more than the seperate processor.