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Low cost simple 5.1 pre-amp no processing needed?

I have a great processor and fine system, and a new SACD,
But I don't have inputs for 5.1 into my existing sytem, and would like to experiment a bit with SACD, I need a pre-amp that will control 3 channels min, and 5 channels would be better, just an analogue pre-amp for either 3 or 5 is needed.

If I like it I'll step up so I don't want to put a ton of money into this.

I have plenty of amps just need a control for them.

jeff
loontoon
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loontoon OP
301 posts
 
Thanks folks, I just sold my processor as well so now I am hunting with a bit more cash. Funny how an audio community gets word you got the trading bug and people come out of the wood work looking for your stuff, I could of sold the who rig, whew!

So now I have more $$$ and a little bird whispering about the Shangling processor for 600$$

jeff
eldulcesol
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I've been using an old Harman Kardon AVR5 with my dvd player for years. This does have 5.1 in and 5.1 pre-out with volume controls for all channels. You should be able to find one for $50 or less on ebay or something. You can't get any cheaper than that to experiment with.
goinbroke
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I'll second the Audio Refinement Pre-5. Neutral to ever-so-slightly warm 5.1-channel preamp. Great build quality. But you'll have a difficult time connecting a processor and a SACD player to it, since it only has one set of 5.1 inputs.
rlwainwright
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The best deal going would be the Harman/Kardon Signature 2.0 - it *does* have processing, but you don't need to use it. Routinely sells for $350-400 here on the 'Gon...

-RW-
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kr4
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Take a look at the AudioRefinement Pre5. Under $1k.
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