I've spent the last few days searching the forum here, as well as stopping by my LHS to talk to them. I'm more confused than ever and would apprecaite any sincere help.

I'd like to pick up a charger to replace my old Accucycle (base model).

1) I'd like one this is AC/DC, so I can use at home.
2) I'd like to be able to charge more than one battery pack at a time.
3) I'd like it to be able to handle all batteries currently on the market (e.g. NiCD, NiMH, and LiPO)
4) I'd like it to be able to discharge battery packs

And finally, I'd like your thoughts . . .

I've heard about the Triton ZX coming out, but know nothing about it - niether did my LHS

The MRC Super Brain 977 will do all of the above for about $99.99:

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXLCJ6&P=ML

It can charge two batteries simultaneously, it can discharge and autocycle NiCd and NiMH packs, it can charge LiPos, and it will work with a wide variety of different balancer interfaces including the Electrifly Equinox unit. The Super Brain 977 is designed to work with 12v power, but comes bundled with a 10 Amp AC power supply included with the charger.

I own the Super Brain 989 charger. It can charge an even greater variety of batteries like 8S LiPo packs and 24v lead-acid batteries, but only has one charging channel. Super Brain chargers are terrific chargers and a great value for the money.

Go to chargers and batteries forum. There are many that will do all you desire.

Been there, done that. That's why I'm confused.

seems to me you're pretty squared away what are you confused about?