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Upgrading HT and 2channel stereo

Hello,
  New to Audiogon’s forum, but seems like a proper place to discuss audio topics, so here goes...

   Will be replacing my 2008 Onkyo TX-NR906 (AVR) and looking for suggestions on components.  Leaning towards separates such as a multichannel amp and AV processor for HT application and an integrated amp to run the front L & R speakers for stereo.  Welcome other configurations, but would like to keep costs for these three separates below 10k.

   Equipment I will be using with new components:

   Speakers-front left, right, and center are Sonus Faber Domus Concerto     
    Rear speakers are Totem Limks
    Sub is a REL R-505

  Existing components that will be retained and used include Oppo BDP-103D; basic Roku box, cable box and a LG OLED C9 TV.  

  Components I’m considering, but not set on include the following:
    AVR:  Anthem MRX1120
     AV pre pro:  Anthem AVR 60, Marantz 8805
    Multi channel amp:  Parasound A51/52/52+; NAD M27; Classé Sigma 5

  integrated amps:  Hegel; Rega Elicit R; Anthem STR

  welcome thoughts on this upgrade project including other brands including ATI, Emotiva, etc.  thanks in advance, Mike
ironmike

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Ironmike, do this! Get the MRX 1120 It has preamp outputs. Connect it to a Parasound Halo A21+ amplifier to drive the Sonus Faber speakers and the internal amps for everything else. You do not need anything else, except I wouldn't mind seeing a second subwoofer. The Athem unit is a great value. It has everything you need in it to set up a killer system at a very reasonable price. There is absolutely no reason to get an integrated amp instead by a killer amp like the Parasound and use the Anthem as the preamplifier. 

Mike
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