Natalie, sorry for not responding sooner. I did not see your response until just now. As such, here is my reply.
As i stated, i have not run across a preamp / processor that sounds as good on music as a good 2 channel preamp does. While i have not heard "every" preamp / processor out there, i have heard quite a few. This includes at least one specific model that retails for more than $10K and a few others that come pretty close to that when fully loaded. As such, buying a combo preamp / processor of any type is strictly a matter of convenience and compromise if music reproduction is important to you.
Having said that, i think that the Anthem AVM-20 is reasonably priced for the amount of features and versatility that it does offer. Compared to other preamp / processors slightly above and below its' price point, i think that it can hold its' own.
I hope that this clarifies things and answers your question. Sean
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