AV receiver a better bet than my current setup?


Hey all

I have a Backert Labs Rhumba, a Krell KAV-250a and B&W 702-S2s

I was, some time ago, in a hi-end audio store looking to get info about something I knew little about: home theater.

The store owner explained it all to me (now I get it), and recommended an AV receiver by Marantz. I forget the model #, but it was in the 2k range.

During the course of the convo, I told the owner that I would need speakers for the HT as the B&Ws were for music listening (stereo that I currently have). He seemed a bit surprised, and recommended that I run my CD player to the Marantz, plug the B&Ws to the Marantz, and listen to music that way. When I told him I was surprised he recommended that, he said that this setup would sound better than what I currently have.

I am sure the Marantz sounds good, but have doubts that it sounds better than the Rhumba to the Krell. Thoughts on this?
egrace

Showing 2 responses by egrace

Is this a joke?

Nope - no joke - it actually happened. Thx for the compliment on my gear; and although I wouldn’t call him an idiot, I hear where you are coming from. :)

I wonder if there was just a misunderstanding between you and the store owner.

Definitely not. but thank you.