I have considered using my pre and power for HT, my "other" pre does have a HT bypass. but with 12 tubes in pre and 28 tubes in the power amps, they generate too much heat not to mention the cost of tube for movie watching. I know when I watch movie, my ears are shut off and quality is not nearly as important.
After more research and talking to my trusted dealer, I think the only receiver that will drive my Amati Homage comfortably is NAD785 and the megabuck receivers from Japan. My other choice is Emotiva which seems to be reasonably priced. I did hook up the Pioneer last night and hooked it up my Amati Homage and JL 113, the sound was more than acceptable as is. But once I add the center channel and surround (a friend talked me into getting surround speakers), Pioneer might run out of steam?
After more research and talking to my trusted dealer, I think the only receiver that will drive my Amati Homage comfortably is NAD785 and the megabuck receivers from Japan. My other choice is Emotiva which seems to be reasonably priced. I did hook up the Pioneer last night and hooked it up my Amati Homage and JL 113, the sound was more than acceptable as is. But once I add the center channel and surround (a friend talked me into getting surround speakers), Pioneer might run out of steam?