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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!
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audiotroy
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Please give us a call we have the audio control maestro x9 it is exceptional

We are using all kef reference in our theater this processor uses all sabré facs the top of the line pro ones for all chanels

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nekoaudio
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You can find a full list of brands that support Dirac in a surround sound processor on the Dirac Live downloads page. Dirac is an outstanding solution and one that I recommend.

Past Dirac, I would recommend the Trinnov Altitude16. This offers best-in-class room + speaker optimization in addition to a whole bunch of other features you'd likely benefit from in both surround sound and 2-channel. Plus it has outstanding analog sound quality, often considered best (and in my opinion best) among its competitors. It also has 2-channel digital output so you can use it with an external 2-channel DAC.
iovi66
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McIntosh MX170?

https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/home-theater-processors/MX170

soix
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This is a dual use system, 2 channel and HT.  So yes, I need room correction. 
I understand it’s a dual-use system.  I’m just wondering what’s the point of using an external DAC if you’re using it with room correction?

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nekoaudio
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I’m just wondering what’s the point of using an external DAC if you’re using it with room correction?
@soix one may prefer the sound of the external 2-channel DAC for stereo music playback over the analog output of the surround sound processor.
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