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AV Pre/Processor vs 2 Channel Pre-Amp - Sound Quality

Ok, so let’s say we have the most amazing separate 2 channel amp, and we connect it to an AV Processor, and then to a dedicated 2 channel preamplifier separate specifically for music play. Are we really going to hear a difference at say the $2000 level?
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djones51
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You might be able to get a P7 a little cheaper though. 
djones51
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If you already have an amazing 2 channel amp the parasound halo P6 would do all the rest. 
djones51
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The parasound P7 is 7.1 and the P6 is 2.1 the P6 is a newer unit with DSD and  usb inputs if those are needed. 
djones51
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If you don't have an amp you might consider the Parasound HINT6. 
djones51
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Perhaps I am wrong not the first time but I assumed the OP was looking for better 2 channel audio for music to use with his 2.1 video system. In this case I would run the video to the TV let the TV do the video not bother with switching through the pre and run the audio to the pre or integrated. You still get good movie sound in that mode and better audio for music which is why I thought Parasound would be a viable option to get better music playback trying to stay close to  his $2000 budget. There are other options besides Parasound I only used it as an example of a way to go about it. 
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