Onkyo PR-SC5509 without a doubt, the modular chassis beats the Integra counterpart, also for modern features beats anything else. I use it with a Classe CP-700 on the fronts, the 2-channel balanced Marantz UD9004 feeding straight to the CP700, and the 7.1 single ended King Cobras in bypass through the Onkyo, decoded superlatively again in the UD9004. The beauty of the CP700 is that it allows passive biamping of fronts on my PR Signature 8 v2 system, for which the two monoblock construction Sherbourn 5/1500A amps do well. Of course these amps are the weak point, looking to to get Classe 100lb monoblocks for the stereo, but OMFG, I will need speaker switchers, so keeping it simple for now. The CP700 breathes life in all sources as it operates in passive line level mode when the PR-SC5509 is on, further widening and claryfying the front stage in that neutral Classe way that is so great.
Recommended 5.1 processor + amp under 10k
After spending a great deal of time and money to upgrade my main 2 channel system, maybe it is time to plan the upgrade of my HT system that I have neglected for a long while.
Currently I use an old Krell HTS with the combo of KAV 250a and KAV250a/3. All info available under my "system".
The HT is used for 40% music and 60% movies.
Currently I use an old Krell HTS with the combo of KAV 250a and KAV250a/3. All info available under my "system".
The HT is used for 40% music and 60% movies.