it's really a great piece if you're going to hook an ipod up to it often. if you don't really plan to, then it's still a good unit

. easy to use, sounds clean...basically it's very capable as an intended plug n play solution. i know a few other companies make em out there...integra (as mentioned eariler), jamo, and i believe sony too.
if you're planning on using the denon's remote as a universal remote, be warned its a little clunky to use...especially if you have a dvr+hd cable box.
best,
jp