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Starting from scratch ..need advice from you

Hi all,

Its been a while since I have been here! I have been pitching into the audio fund for several years now and this may be an odd goal but here goes!

I am changing a "den" over to a room to enjoy movies, music etc, the room is roughly 30 ft x 18 ft , it will be used for movies but audio is the big concern! I am really considering some vintage components , I do have a set of Focal 836 towers but I am leaning towards running two sets of towers up front, I am looking at some 70's model Marantz amps currently but have not made a purchase yet, I am not beyond running several amps but Where it gets complicated I would like to be able to use MP3, Flac, etc, basically mix new technology with old. I know budget is a consideration for all systems and I would like to stay under 10k for amps, a second set of mains, surrounds and equipment needed.

I do tend to listen at higher volume levels from time to time..... dynamic sound, clarity, good mids and highs are a must!

I don't mind at all looking for quality used equipment!

Let me know what you guys think and suggest!

Thanks
real57vetteguy

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glenn6478
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I use OPPO 105 DVD in my "2 channel system" because it streams most sources; I have 4Tb outboard hard drive with WAV, FLAC and MP3 files; works great.  Also recognizes jump drive for temp listening.

For my gear, I'm Emotiva; great value. This Surround Pre is getting great reviews and has "room correction".

https://emotiva.com/products/pres-and-pros/xmc-1

For gobs of power, use the XPR-2 on the mains w the XPR-5 on the other channels.  Or the XPR-7 if you're budget limited.

My speakers are "matched" Paradigm.  The benefit is timbre and efficiency matching that you don't get by "mix & match".

I believe the Emotiva value is unsurpassed and check out the reviews!


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