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Proceed AVP-2, Did they fix the glitches?

I'm considering upgrading from my B&K Ref 30 pre/pro basically just to get better overall sound quality, adding the ability to use balanced connections (not included on the B&K). However, the B&K bass management, speaker configuration and memorization for each source is very cool and something I don't want to be without. Through recommendations from dealers and fellow audiogoners, I've narrowed it to the Proceed AVP-2 or the Theta Casablanca 2. I want to keep the cost under 10K.

The Proceed seems great and user friendly but I'm not quite clear if its got the capability to do the things I've mentioned above. I also noticed comments of glitches on the original AVP i.e. cutting off the first bit of each song on a CD with digital sources, losing the DTS output when putting your DVD on pause (causing you to go back to re-set up the audio from the start and then relocate where you were in the movie). My B&K has been flawless. I don't want to spend more money for those type problems. By the way, I only intend to use 5.1 surround. Also, I am extremely into the audio part and am forced to use my system for both (no room for two)

I would love your input about any of this and would welcome suggestions for better pre/processors out there.
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argent
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Well, you're in luck. I've owned both the B&K Ref-30 and the Proceed AVP.

I wanted to jump to an audio/video processor and figured the B&K had the most for the money. However, once I got it home I was not all that impressed with the sonic qualities. Previously I had a CJ PV12 in my 2-ch system. The B&K went back to the store and I took home the Proceed AVP. I must respectfully disagree with the poster above. I find the AVP to be sonically a superior pre-amp to many of its competitors--and quite a bit better than the B&K. And with the AVP-2 I read there will be an improved volume control assembly and better processors. As for the "glitches" the AVP suffers from, I do believe Proceed will address them. However, after tinkering with my AVP I was able to eliminate the "resetting" syndrome when putting the DVD on pause. I faced the same dilemma you did. The B&K is obviously a bells and whistles powerhouse, but lacking sonically. The AVP, while having great sound, does have a few drawbacks. For me, once I listened to the AVP my fears melted away. Try one as a demo in your home. Not sure when the AVP-2 will be out, but I've read that it is going to be fully up-to-date. Good luck with your purchase.
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