I am not an expert but recently was also in the market for a new receiver, I narrowed it down to the onkyo 797 or the denon 3802 and wound up with the denon due to the extra amp channel for dual rear center, also most people I talked to seemed more pleased with denon. I think it will do most of what you are looking for although you should check the specs. PS I tried out 2 different marantz receivers and must say I was NOT impressed with the power output, I don't think they put out nearly what they claim, also I have read of many problems in their new units.