Mcintosh MX170 2-Channel Sound


I am slowly building a home theater system and I am curious if I would need a stereo preamp if I use the Mcintosh MX170 processor.  Speakers are Sonus Faber Amati Traditions with D’Agostino amp.  Is the sound quality for stereo good enough from the MX170 or would I also need a preamp when listening to music?


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You will need power amplifiers for base and height speakers.
How many channels ?McIntosh power amp. ?
Some people will find the sound very good for music using the processor only .
One power amp ( 3 Channels ) for the fronts and center speakers.

Others will hear a difference with a highend preamp connected to a
highend power amplifier for music.
The preamp must have a Home Theater Bypass.Whatever route you choose , select the right grears that pair well with your Sonus Faber Amati Traditions .

You may choose to have a dedicated   system for music.