I built a similar system a couple of years ago and love it. I had the general system design down and worked with the local Hifi store to get pricing and changed a few things...working with a local dealer, I found that the discounts were so good I was able to move up to Revel tower speakers for the price of the ML Bookshelves I was planning on. I have since moved and changed the speakers/configuration slightly...but the system is still the same and works flawlessly for my mix of movies and music
Here is my setup for music/movies.
Marantz SR6012
Marantz PM8006
Marantz MM7055
Speakers:
I did not have the budget for Revel; however, the dealer was able to get very aggressive on price and I couldn’t be happier. The subs are the only thing I would do different, but he was able to do $800@ on those so, they are great for that price. Would do SVS PB3000 for the little bit more if I had to do it over again. But the B10 is no slouch...just can’t hold its own against other $1500 subs.
LR- Revel F36
C - Revel C25
SB/SR - Revel M10
Height - Revel C540
Sub - Revel B10
The SR6012 is the processor and I use the built in Amplifier for my 4 overhead Atmos Speakers. The MM7055 powers the Center and Rear Channels off the preamp output of the SR6012. Then my fronts are driven by the PM8006 in HT Bypass. Subs are only connected to the SR6012 and not used for stereo music (unless is crazy bass heavy and I play it through the SR6012). My TT, CD, Streamer are all of only connected to the PM8006.
The same setup can be made with many other manufacturers. If I were to go up a level, the Parasound HINT 6 and Revel F208 or F226Be would be an amazing setup. You can add the surround processor of your choice as long as it has preamp outputs. I would definitely audition the Revel if you have a local dealer. Not going to say that their are for everyone, but a VERY hard speaker to find flaws with. And I am running their lower end line of speakers. Parasound allows bypass of the subwoofer as well which is very nice since you can use the sub with both music and movies.
For this setup, the main thing to look for in an integrated amp for your 2 channel listening is the HT Bypass. This makes your stereo integrated act just like a power amplifier when using the surround receiver. It “bypasses” the preamp section...including volume control...on the integrated and allows your room correction/bass management apply ONLY when using the surround.
With Atmos out now, I am a big fan of using a surround receiver with preouts. This lets me use the built in amplifier for my height channels only. Really with my speakers and small room, the MM7055 is overkill...but I already have it...😂
I am really surprised how rare this setup seems to be. I had a hard time explaining my ideas to a lot of people. It seems like people are either “stereo purists” in one camp or “everyone else” in the other. It just seems logical that most people would want one large setup to enjoy both surround and stereo.
Good luck and hope you enjoy what you decide on!
Here is my setup for music/movies.
Marantz SR6012
Marantz PM8006
Marantz MM7055
Speakers:
I did not have the budget for Revel; however, the dealer was able to get very aggressive on price and I couldn’t be happier. The subs are the only thing I would do different, but he was able to do $800@ on those so, they are great for that price. Would do SVS PB3000 for the little bit more if I had to do it over again. But the B10 is no slouch...just can’t hold its own against other $1500 subs.
LR- Revel F36
C - Revel C25
SB/SR - Revel M10
Height - Revel C540
Sub - Revel B10
The SR6012 is the processor and I use the built in Amplifier for my 4 overhead Atmos Speakers. The MM7055 powers the Center and Rear Channels off the preamp output of the SR6012. Then my fronts are driven by the PM8006 in HT Bypass. Subs are only connected to the SR6012 and not used for stereo music (unless is crazy bass heavy and I play it through the SR6012). My TT, CD, Streamer are all of only connected to the PM8006.
The same setup can be made with many other manufacturers. If I were to go up a level, the Parasound HINT 6 and Revel F208 or F226Be would be an amazing setup. You can add the surround processor of your choice as long as it has preamp outputs. I would definitely audition the Revel if you have a local dealer. Not going to say that their are for everyone, but a VERY hard speaker to find flaws with. And I am running their lower end line of speakers. Parasound allows bypass of the subwoofer as well which is very nice since you can use the sub with both music and movies.
For this setup, the main thing to look for in an integrated amp for your 2 channel listening is the HT Bypass. This makes your stereo integrated act just like a power amplifier when using the surround receiver. It “bypasses” the preamp section...including volume control...on the integrated and allows your room correction/bass management apply ONLY when using the surround.
With Atmos out now, I am a big fan of using a surround receiver with preouts. This lets me use the built in amplifier for my height channels only. Really with my speakers and small room, the MM7055 is overkill...but I already have it...😂
I am really surprised how rare this setup seems to be. I had a hard time explaining my ideas to a lot of people. It seems like people are either “stereo purists” in one camp or “everyone else” in the other. It just seems logical that most people would want one large setup to enjoy both surround and stereo.
Good luck and hope you enjoy what you decide on!