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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
terrancej

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terrancej OP
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Thanks for all your responses and let me add more details to get more intelligent inputs.

AV Receiver - Onkyo TX NR809 (Model from 2012) (HDMI, but no 4K)
5.1 Setup
Bowers & Wilkins Speakers and Sub.
Front: B&W CM8
Center: B&W HTM62
Rears: B&W CM5
Sub: ASW610

I watch movies and listen to music + music videos (frequently).

Hope this helps to give more solid inputs. 
terrancej's avatar
terrancej OP
25 posts
 
Thanks for all your responses and let me add more details to get more intelligent inputs.

AV Receiver - Onkyo TX NR809 (Model from 2012) (HDMI, but no 4K)
5.1 Setup
Bowers & Wilkins Speakers and Sub.
Front: B&W CM8
Center: B&W HTM62
Rears: B&W CM5
Sub: ASW610

I watch movies and listen to music + music videos (frequently).
Looking to upgrade to Dolby Atmos Setup 5.1.2. Have not decided on the speakers for .2. My current receiver does not support it.

Hope this helps to give more solid inputs.

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terrancej OP
25 posts
 
Dear All,
Thank you all for your inputs and feedback. Much appreciated. I will explore the ideas (along with the budget) and see what is the best option. As one of you indicated, 2ch is not my priority as most of the music videos I listen as well are in 5.1.

I am based out of Atlanta and if anyone is up for a phone chat, please ping me.

Thanks
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terrancej OP
25 posts
 
Hi All,

Thank you all for you continued inputs and contributions. Much appreciated. 
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terrancej OP
25 posts
 
I like the suggestion of  soundermn. I will probably start by using my AVR pre-out and buy an Amp and then build it from there. 

I will check out some 5 channel or 7 channel amps. 
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terrancej OP
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https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis969ff-b-k-components-reference-200-7-200-watt-x-7-powerhouse-mu...=

Any thoughts on the B&K Amp?
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terrancej OP
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Any feedback regarding  Integra DHC-60.7 Preamp?
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terrancej OP
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Thanks for the inputs caphill
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terrancej OP
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As always, appreciate the inputs and let me take this forward. 
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