Have ~12K to spend on a new setup. Help!


I need some help. I have never thought to spend more than a few thousand on my entire home theater. However, the wife has told me to go crazy and order what I want (within reason <$12K).

A little about my needs, HT 80% of the time and Music 20%. I have small kids so in reality it will be pokemon and shaun the sheep 90% of the time :P

Processors:
I have owned Emotiva Products in the past: Umc200 and XMC-1 processors

I currently own a Marantz sr5015.

Amps:

I have owned an Emotiva XPA-5 amp. I currently still do.

Speakers:

I was in love with the sound of my Paradigm Studio 100's, I sold them and have not been able to find them again. 

I currently own a set of Swan Diva 6.2f LR, and a Paradigm CC490 center. I currently only have 3 speakers (LRC). Do not  have room for a sub at the moment.

 

What I am looking for:

I have always wanted a McIntosh setup. I have found literally 0 reviews of any of their processors. 
Here is what I need from a processor: 4k support, don't need 120hz, I do not need any analog inputs as all my devices in my HT are digital (nintendo switch, nvidia shield).

I really like the McIntosh Mc205 or 207 (I really want the iconic blue meters)

For processors I can't afford something like the Mx123, but can fit a Mx122 or Mx100 into my budget. I can't find any Mx100s for sale but have found a few Mx122.

The amp will be visible in my room (which I want), but the receiver will not be so it does not HAVE to be a mcIntosh. I want a receiver that will support 4k/hdcp2.2 and will perform well audio wise....

On the edge of my thoughts are some better speakers along with all this. 

I would appreciate any ideas on how to spread the money out and any experience with amps and processors. 

Thank you. 

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Showing 2 responses by oddiofyl

Look at the new Anthem separates, get a great pair of fronts and very good center and surrounds. Spend some money on themain L and R speakers so you can really enjoy it when you listen to music. Trust me, with a good sounding system you will listen to music more when you find yourself alone on those rare occasions ...

look at the new Paradigm Founders speakers.    Paradigm is owned by Anthem or vice versa.  They go well together.  McIntosh is nice but  personally I would spend on the Speakers.  McIntosh won't really allow you to do that for around $12k and leave money for great mains and a sub