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How do I integrate my Equipment..

Onkyo TX-SR805 A/V Receiver 130 WPC  Main unit

Dahlquist 20i Speakers Fronts  inefficient 86db crave power Great Sound

Klipsch KLF-C-7 Center Massive handles up to 600 Watts

Walsh Ohm 2 Surrounds 88db Very nice

SVS PB 10 Sub

Crown XLS 1000 Power Amp 

Transcendent Sound Grounded Grid ( Tube Preamp ) Newly acquired

 I'd like to have a HT setup as well as 2 Channel for listening to my music. Do I need a Tube Amp or SS for more power to push the Dahlquist 20i Speakers ? Yahoo Dahlquist Group, AudioKarma says at least 200 WPC are needed to open these up/ Preferably tube setup. Right now I'm using the Onkyo preamps on them.

 I'm somewhat of a novice so I need input as to how to hook everything up for best results in HT/ Stereo modes.

 And what does using a CD player or other source as a transport mean ? I have a really good Blu/Ray Player and SACD/DVD Audio Video Player. The former a Sony BDP-S790 and the latter a best in class Onkyo DV-SP1000.

 I appreciate in advance any help.. 

dabreeze

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willland
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If it were me, I would just get myself a pair of KLF-20's or KLF-30's to go with your super efficient center KLF-C7 for your HT with your Onkyo 805 and get a separate integrated amp for your Dalquists.  Maybe a Sunfire Signature stereo amp(pick your wattage 200 or 300) with a tube preamp for your Dalquists.

Bill
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willland
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"Thanks for your response,  Bill. Not really sure I need to add 2K to enhance my system. Also, why the integrated amp with the Dahlquist I have the Preamp.  ?"

I do think(know) that a pair of KLF-20's or 30's will be a better front soundstage for your HT timbre matching with your KLF-C7.  My mistake on the integrated because I did not thoroughly read you entire original post. From my experience and from others, the Sunfire(or Carver) amps do have a "warmish" tone to them which some describe as "tube like".   As far as the Onkyo 805, it is an overbuilt beast of an AVR and should easily drive your system.

Bill 
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