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Should I replace my Marantz SR880 MkII receiver?

I am only using the reciever as a pre-pro. Amplification is via a Rotel RMB-1095 (200X5). I can't see how replacing the receiver with a dedicated pre-pro would help, but mayble someone can convince me otherwise. I would probably buy a Rotel to match the amplifier.

Also, should I dedicate two of the channels of the Rotel to the subwoofer sections of my NHT VT 2.4's and let the reciever power the surrounds (NHT Super One in walls)? Right now I am just running the front mains full range off of 2 of the amplifiers 5 channels.
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elevick
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For what you're 880 is worth, you won't get a better pre-amp out there. The weakness of the receiver is the amplification. Stick with what you have! I will say that I've had both a SR880 as well as an AV550 and just upgraded to an Anthem and notice a huge difference (but look at the price difference)
Happy Listening.
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