As I settle into old-manhood, I've decided I must have a 70's receiver with a silver face and lots of knobs and dials an

[Dennis S]

The only brands I know to seek are Marantz, Pioneer, and Yamaha. What other brands and what else do I need to know? This is for listening to my CDs and iTunes of mostly old stuff, jazz, classical, bluegrass, and 50's pop at moderate volume. Cool looks is as important and good sound.