Hi Audio Doc, I often wish you would provide an idea of the pricing for the items that you recommend. Its obvious that there will be better sounding gears as one spends more for their equipment, but by your providing some guestimates of prices it will give the reader some general idea where the items you recommend fall on the affordability/diminishing returns curve which in turn will give some real world help to the reader making a decision.
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
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
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This dialogue has been extremely beneficial laying out a solid framework from which to proceed. Given monetary limitation, I may need to rethink whether an integrated amp is within the budget. I would love to have the ability to pass thru/bypass; hence my desire to purchase an integrated amp for reasons Audio Doc indicated above. Would relish Coda, Pass Labs, Moon, Etc, but just can’t allocate the $$ for new. Used? Welcome any suggestions if I should consider the less boutique makers like Emotiva, ATI or continue to set aside additional funds for a few more months. Thanks all for your assistance. |
ironmike you could do a great system with an Anthem MRX 510 for $1,400.00 and a good high power integrated for $3-5k and you would have a great package. We have the new Unison Research Unico Due a 120 watt hybrid integrated with a tube front end and a fantastic built in dac for $3,800.00 Your package therefore would be that $5,200.00 for a great amp with a great dac, and a fantastic surround sound receiver. Another great integrated is the Musical Fidleity M6si a 225 dual mono power house for $3,000.00 http://www.unisonresearch.com/en/products/unico-series/integrated-amplifiers/unico-due.html Dave and Troy Audio Doctor NJ |
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