I have separates and I defeat my tone controls - I prefer simplicity.
If tone controls are worthwhile I'd go with the 8900 and the 5300 is not something I'd be pining for in my main system. Perhaps wonderful in the den, bedroom or workshop.
If tone controls are worthwhile I'd go with the 8900 and the 5300 is not something I'd be pining for in my main system. Perhaps wonderful in the den, bedroom or workshop.