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2 channel preamp and a/v processor setup to avoid dual volume control issues.

I have a Krell Illusion 2 channel preamp.  I also have a McIntosh MX 180 A/V processor.  Two channel sources include: McIntosh MT5 turntable with MT 100 phono amp.  Chord Hugo TT2 DAC with Chord Scaler.  Multi channel sources: Apple TV, Kaleidoscape Strato, and 4K. DVD.  Amps include two Krell Solo 575 mono blocks, Krell 5 channel amp.  Both preamps use the same speakers.   What ideas does anyone have on how to set up the system chords to avoid dual volume control issues?  Thank you

 

JW

jworth
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oddiofyl
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Use the Mc's volume for TV and movies.   Only rub is you have to make sure you lower the volume considerably on the Krell before playing other sources 

jworth OP
37 posts
 

Trying to sort through the analog digital combination.  The best outcome for me would be a true analog stereo sound through my fronts (no sub) and the Roon, Chord DAC/Scaler or the turntable.  With volume through the Illusion.  Additionally, true digital surround sound through the MX 180.  Where the MX 180 is controlling signal and volume through all seven speakers including the subwoofer.  I am not sure any of these options allow for this?  Is it possible?  Thank you all for you very quick response.

JW

jworth OP
37 posts
 

I believe the Illusion does have a bypass option. If I can use bypass on the Illusion how would the MX 180 digitally control the front speakers (mono blocks)?  I’m pretty lost here….

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ellajeanelle
386 posts
 

I give up.  Too much thinking after some Christmas Eve glasses of wine!

jworth OP
37 posts
 

I stand corrected the Illusion does NOT have a HT Bypass option.  Thanks 

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