Big +1 to @reubent -- I've done the same type of setup and it's truly the best of both worlds. You don't want any of that HT gear messing with your pure 2-channel enjoyment.
Caution - N00b Question: Need an opinion on 2 channel audio source/amp
I've got the home theater portion of my system set, just need a suggestion on the best way to build out the 2 channel portion. So far I have a Marantz SR7012, and Goldenear HT speakers. My fronts are Triton 1's. The question is: If I'd like to amplify the Triton 1's separately from the Marantz for HT, but also produce the best quality 2 channel audio for the $, what would you recommend? I'll mainly be streaming from TIDAL. I was debating between an NAD C388 with BluOS to stream TIDAL & amplify the front speakers (both for HT & 2 channel), or the Cambridge Audio Azur 851N + 851A. I'd like to keep the streaming/2 channel amp portion under $3k. Should just stream from the Marantz and get a 2 channel amp? Is the DAC on the Marantz or C388 as good as the Cambridge?
Thanks!
-Jeff
Thanks!
-Jeff