Surround Processor-Programmable for No SubWoofer


Again, I'm poking my nose over the fence, on to the HT side.

I am planning to integrate a surround system with my 2-channel rig.

This system will likely be used 90% or more of the time for 2-channel music listening and surround for movies/concerts, at times.

I am looking for recommendations for good quality/high value surround processors that can be programmed to NOT incorporate a subwoofer.

I do want of the low frequency information to be processed & distributed. However, I want that information sent to the Front/Left & Front/Right (main) speakers, not through a channel that is deisgnated for a sub.

As far as budget, I don't want to spend more than necessary, especially considering the limited use. However, the quality/performance should be on par with brands like: Electrocompaniet, VAC, Daedalus, PS Audio, Kubala-Sosna.

Please let me know of any brands/models that you recommend looking at.

Thank you.
barrelchief
Thanks for the input. Sorry for the delayed reply.

I am looking for suggestions on the following:

1) Current Model Processor.
2) A processor that does not discard the low frequency info, when there is no sub. I want the processor to truely send all of that info to the F/L & F/R, main speakers.

Thank you for your suggestions.
Note that some processors discard the LFE channel when no sub-woofer is present to avoid over-driving the main speakers (the LFE channel has headroom for 115dB SPL at the seats vs. 105dB from the main channels).

Dolby permits this behavior
Pretty much any modern pre/pro you can purchase today whether new or used will allow this hook up scheme. You don't have to program it, you simply go into the pre/pro's menu and disable the subwoofer in the speaker setup. This will automatically direct any LFE info to the main L/R speakers.
Proceed AVP end of story, used one is between $500-$750 outstanding 2-channel music, everything is at your command. Look it up through the reviews.