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Lyngdorf MP-50 Alternative

I currently have a Lyngdorf MP-50 Preamp.  I love the sound and the flexibility of the unit however it doesn't have analog inputs, and I would really like to have them on my next unit.  Currently my set up consists of the MP-50, McIntosh 207, Kef Reference 3 towers and reference 2c center, JL Audio 113 subs with an Aurender N100H streamer.  

I would like to have the option of adding equipment with an external DAC but that isn't currently possible.  So my question is, what will give me close to the same results that Room Perfect on the MP-50 gives me, without needing to be professionally installed?  Music play back is very important, yet I really don't want to give up HT performance.  What do you suggest I look at for a replacement?  HDMI 2.1 isn't a must, but eARC is.  

Thanks in advance!
wheelndeal1099

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wheelndeal1099 OP
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This is a dual use system, 2 channel and HT.  So yes, I need room correction.  The Dataset LS10 appears to have the connections I want, I just don't want to take a step backwards for two channel performance. Anyone compare the two?
wheelndeal1099 OP
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What I really need is a ADC. The Lyngdorf only has digital inputs. While I have no analog sources I would like the option to as a quality turntable.  I don't remember saying I need room correction for 2 channel, only that I want end user, room correction for the pre-pro.  Two channel analog input is all I asked for, so yes, I do know what I'm asking.  Analog input, that is it, nothing more.   The Lyngdorf has the ability to easily bypass the room correction if wanted.  So that isn't an issue or concern. 

Over the past few weeks I looked at the Trinnov, Datasat as well as the Acurus ACT4-20. In the end I ordered a new Lyngdorf MP-60 2.1. The Lyngdorf just checked more boxes than the others. I’ve been extremely happy with the MP-50 and the MP-60 adds to that platform.

The ability to make changes in the room, be it new speakers,  or locations, I can quickly and easily run room perfect. Most of the others I would need to have someone come and recalibrate the prepro. The Acurus does offer room correction, however it’s $2700 for the calibration kit. Two shops that sold the ACT4 and the MP-60, didn’t bat an eye at recommending the MP-60 over the ACT4.  Yes the Trinnov was on the top of everyones list, but all said the Lyngdorf isn't that far off.  In order to get the Trinnov to outperform the MP60 it would need to be professionally calibrated, and in the end ultimately recommended the Lyngdorf. 
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