Hmm.... I thought around 10k range because it only retails at 2.7k USD

Geng hor.... earn less here yet have to pay more

Malangsial memang boleh.

663 had a very good review edging Denon1909
so grab the 665 

Wah like this don't know.
But in terms of power I think SC-LX90 is more powerful since Z-11 amplification concept is different.
If im not wrong their power amplification for surround is lower then the power for front speaker all this.
But sound quality,no idea.
Should go to hiway laser ss2 to auditioned SC-LX90
But bro,what do you think between SC-LX90 and Z-11?

Yeah lo.
Im happy if I can own a seperate amp
Example:NAD T175 & NAD 975 or NAD M15 HD & M25 
very expensive.
Im happy if can manage to own a Pioneer SC-LX82 already.
Then slowly upgrade
And bro, you auditioned the SC-LX82 before?

WHF sld only be treated as light reading and don't take its awards too seriously, if you get what I mean. Take it as a pinch of salt.

There are tonnes of very good speakers particularly from the North America that did not make it into its mag.

Now, I know why it is not bright. B&W has a warm characteristic. Btw, LX-82 aint going to make the best out of 700  by itself. To truly appreciate B&W 700 series, you need beefy power amp.

How abt the Yamaha? What speakers are being hooked up?

Which amp is better? It's a personal preference. Some ppl like dynamics (which tends to sound a bit bright) while some prefer warm (some ppl termed it as lazy). It's your call.For the record, I am not experienced in amplifier / avr. Still learning since there are loads of new model wt new tech flooding our mart 
It would be pure marketing and salesman's technique if I recommend a particular brand w/o knowing your preference and setup. Mind to share?