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Integrated amp plus receiver?

I hope this doesn't sound too confusing. I confuse myself just trying to figure out the proper way to ask this question. I would like a dedicated stereo rig plus home theater. The best of both worlds!

I'm looking for some recommendations for an integrated amp for auditioning. I just purchased a pair of Triangle Celius speakers and also have a Rotel RSX-1055 on order. I want to hook up the integrated to the Rotel's front L/R to use for home theater 7.1, converting the Rotel's front L/R to the rear surrounds. But I am also hoping to use the extra analog stereo outs from my DVD player to the integrated amp, in order to bypass the Rotel for two channel. My question is, are their any integrated amps that can be set up as an amp only so that it can be controlled by the Rotel's volume control, and then be easily switched back to the integrated amp for stereo? I know if I don't go with a Rotel amp the center channel won't mesh with the fronts as well but for home theater close is good enough. Just not too different.
Stereo is my top priority.

Thanks!
betelgeus

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betelgeus OP
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So it sounds like it will work. I'm looking for a short list of integrateds that I can check out. So far I see-Audiomat Arpege, Meridian(way out of my price range), Arcam Alpha 10, Anthem Integrated 2, and the Plinius 8200. I would also like to try the Musical Fidelity offering. Any other integrated model suggestions would be appreciated. I am probably going to have to keep the price down below $1500, so will look at pre-owned. I have about six months before I will be ready to purchase the integrated, so in the mean time I can play with the Rotel and just enjoy the music. You've all been a big help. I went to the local B&M and asked them the same question. You would not believe all the confused looks I got, and no answers.

Thanks for all your help!

Danny
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