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Need advice on building an A/V system

I am looking to build an A/V system to work with my Samsung UN55ES6150 TV set and DirecTV Genie box. I'm about to purchase an Oppo BLD-105, and am looking for exactly what else will be needed in addition to a good 5 or 7 channel power amp. I'll be using this system mainly for HDTV viewing, Blu-Rays, DVD's and the occasional CD or SACD - with an eye on digital and streaming music capability in the future when I get around to that. I will be keeping my music system separate and dedicated to music only. (ARC 100.2/Wadia 830/Maggie 3.6R's.)

Long story short: Will I need a DAC, a pre/pro, or both? Will a receiver suffice? Why or why not? I am looking to get the most bang for the buck while minimizing the duplication of features among components. My budget is going to be around $2000 to $3000, but value components that will do the job for less would always be welcome in my house. Any advice or recommendations will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Jeff
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vicdamone
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Regarding your speaker choice. After setting up a few HT systems for myself and seven others for friends and neighbors I've become adamant about HDMI 7.1 using matched speakers regardless of quality.

An exception would be for the center speaker only if its from the same brand and level as the other six. There is no doubt the fun factor is all about the subs.

I have mixed feelings regarding pre/pro vs receiver so I leave that up to the buyer.

The problem with most practically priced HT systems are finding speakers that are an easy load, good sounding, and reasonably priced. I've had great success with Gallo's. This post caught my eye and I thought I'd pass it along to you.

http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?cspkr&1370702994&&&/Harbeth-Compact-7s-vs-Pioneer-s-$129-spe
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