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Adding 2 channel goodness to existing reciever

I have Marantz SR7005 which has preamp out. I am planning to go with Vandersteen 2Ce Sig II or Treo along with Vandersteen VCC-5 . I preferably want to keep using existing Marantz so that I can use it for my 5.1 HT.

How do I do this?. Can I just bypass the 2 channel out of Marantz and just add new amp for both the channels?. Or I have to go with a new preamp with HT bypass and connect the CD/DAC to the preamp?.

I am planning to start with Rogue Audio/Prima Luna/Emotiva/Cary Audio/Pass Labs etc. Can I go with amp that can put out more than 160 watts per channel?. I was wondering if that can damage the speakers?.

I also want to try out Vinly in a year or two without have to change the amp.

Any advice is appreciated.
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pedroeb
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Keep your front three channels with the same power.
Excellent recommendation. To go even further, the center speaker needs to be as good as your mains speakers, particularly when you select Dolby surround.

All my 3 channels have the same monoblocks and the speakers are the same brand with the same drivers in a smaller cabinet.

In fact, all channels have the same amplification and speakers. The sound is terrific and it is something worth considering.
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