I strongly suggest you check out a Classe Sigma SSP Pre/Pro. It was designed on B&W speakers when Classe was part of the B&W family. Classe was shut down but I understand it is back up and running. Balanced for L/R channels, single ended for rest to economize. It partners great with a Classe Amp 5 (2 balanced or SE, 3 SE channels) for very good sound. You should be able to get both for close to $5K used. You will likely want to upgrade your primary amp in the future but then you will have a really great 7.1 setup if you want. There are a few of each of these currently available on Audiogon. If you want to really round out the system, add an Aurender N100H! Enjoy!
Amp/Preamps vs. High end AV Receivers
Hi,
I am sure this topic had been discussed exhaustively. I am new to this arena looking for some help to upgrade my Onkyo AV Receiver (135 w/channel). I am debating whether to the AV route or the AMP/Preamp combo. Naturally, I understand that I get what I pay for.
Would appreciate some inputs and suggestions regarding:
1. AMP/PREAMP combo route -
2. AV route
I am not looking at a huge budget but a decent one.
Thanks in advance
I am sure this topic had been discussed exhaustively. I am new to this arena looking for some help to upgrade my Onkyo AV Receiver (135 w/channel). I am debating whether to the AV route or the AMP/Preamp combo. Naturally, I understand that I get what I pay for.
Would appreciate some inputs and suggestions regarding:
1. AMP/PREAMP combo route -
2. AV route
I am not looking at a huge budget but a decent one.
Thanks in advance