Mcintosh MX120 for theater


I have a Onkyo 809, but am a fan of mcintosh. I was thinking about getting a MX-120 to replace it but everyone tells me since it will only be used for home theater and no music that the Onkyo is a better choice. Now I have also thought about using the Onkyo for Picture and getting a MX-132 wich is alot older and just running sound through the preamp and amp is the feasible or just plain dumb. Someone please give me advice?????
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Showing 1 response by yakbob

I have the MX-120. In my opinion, it's a 2-channel pre-amp with the added capability (convenience) of processing surround sound. But, what it lacks "on paper" it more than makes up for in sound quality in either environment.

There are processors out there with more technology built into them, but the MX-120 is a solid buy, especially if you're using it for 2-channel audio.

Can't help with the 132 question, but there's some good info to be found over at audiokarma McIntosh forum.

Hope this helps.