Yeah, have to agree with others this is a borderline insane idea, especially when it's so easy to just run the front L/R pre outs from the Marantz into a spare input on a good stereo pre. Then you have a true high-end stereo system embedded seamlessly into your HT setup. Let us know if you need more specifics on connections if someone else hasn't already provided them. I'd recommend buying something like a used Plinius SA103 and use the leftover $$$ to get a good stereo preamp. The reason for the Plinius over something like Pass is that, along with providing the sonic qualities qualities you're looking for, it has a low bias mode that you could use when watching movies or TV and greatly decrease your electric bill. Best of luck.
Stereo power amp for $10k
Please help choosing a good stereo power amp to put between Marantz AV7702 and Morel Sopran speakers (4 ohm, sensitivity 91.5dB, nominal power 250W).
Main criteria: good audio quality, warm & deep sound, listening mostly to instrumental music and vocal in low-mid volume.
So far shortlisted to three options, all around $10k:
1) Pass Labs - either X150.8 or X250.8
2) Krell Duo 175 or 300
3) Burmester 956 mkII
Which one of the three would you recommend? Anything better with similar spec and in the same price range?
Thanks.
Main criteria: good audio quality, warm & deep sound, listening mostly to instrumental music and vocal in low-mid volume.
So far shortlisted to three options, all around $10k:
1) Pass Labs - either X150.8 or X250.8
2) Krell Duo 175 or 300
3) Burmester 956 mkII
Which one of the three would you recommend? Anything better with similar spec and in the same price range?
Thanks.