I like Denon's "quick select" feature on their remotes. You can assign each QS button a source, surround mode, and volume level that it will recall whenever you press that button. Makes it easier to teach people who "do not need an expensive remote" or simply cannot afford it. :)
I am sure there are other AVRs with similar features.
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