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is finding a good a/v preamp/amp asking too much?

In a former life I worked for Bose and have recently decided to get back in the game and purchase a new system. My question is this (I apologize for the ignorance)-In a perfect world, I would like to buy an preamp/amp combo that can serve both as a surround system and serve as a decent audio base. I'm planning on buying either Maggie 1.7's or MG-12's and am buying an Exemplar BDP-83 Universal player that I found on this site.My budget is approx $2000 and my preference is tube, but I'm guessing that's not possible. I also have no aversion to buying used, probably prefer in order to get more bang for my buck. Any help/advice at all is greatly appreciated, thanks in advance...
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erikt
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I would also recommend the AVR w/ separate int amp or preamp with HT bypass to build a hybrid rig for movies and music.

But, whoever said it has to be all at once? And who really thinks you will EVER be done once you start? :-)

Start with the most AVR with preouts you can get for your budget - then 'upgrade' later by incorporating some nice 2-channel gear that supports HT bypass.

There is no destination for this hobby - just be on the 'path' :-)
erikt
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Just because avrs and pre/pros offer digital room management is no guarantee of any sonic superiority to good quality 2-channel components.

The notion of digital room correction is, imo, vastly puffed up in what it offers for sonic presentation into a room that has been properly treated and configured.

Most avrs and pre/pros are 'swiss army knives' which typically offer a plethora of features and do none of them as well as dedicated components.

If someone's 'unbelief' of the sonic difference in components of varying grades is unshakable, then this topic should end with an agreement to disagree.
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