Most of the bigger receivers that Radio Shack put out durring that time are considered a little tubby sounding. I have the STA 2100, 2100D, and 2300, all have a similar bass sound, but thats why they make the bass and treble adjustments. Every person has their own sound they like, if a receiver sounds too strong on the bass, then adjust it. I like the big RS stuff, don't let anyone talk you out of it without giving it a listen. :thmbsp: