Starting out Audiophile separates?


I'm 16 years old and starting to get into High End Audio. I'm looking for a Pre/Pro combination for a 5.1/5.2 home theater system I'm working on.Like I said, I'm new to this and just starting out, and I'm only 16, So I don't have a crazy budget. If you could recommend sub $500ea Pres and Pros, that would be of great help. Thank you.
chanceshaw

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At 16, you are probably ahead of many of us with technology. You will want a set-up that streams from the internet (no wires, correct) or will play blu-rays. My suggestions are either an emotiva pre-amp processor (UMC 200) with a nice used 5 channel amp (you can find tons of great amps for a steal) or, you could just go with an Oppo 103 for $500 which will have built in streaming, plays blu-rays, has a nice volume control and you can hook that straight into an amp. 1 less piece and all you lose is a radio tuner. The other option to the emotiva is an outlaw???
Just my 2 cents. Keep in mind that it's distortion that blows speakers, not too much power. Keep you remote away from your buddies.