Warm sounding Pre/Pro B&K vs. Anthem w/Mac+Klipsch


I"m in the process of upgrading my home theater/stereo system from Yamaha rxv-995,m45,m60 amps with Klipschorns and KLF20s.Tried Ati 5 chennelampbut it was to bright and fatiguing.Just bought a Mcintosh MC-7106 6 channel amp for a warm smooth sound.I"m looking for a preamp/processor that will complement the warm Mac amp for under $1000 used.Does anyone have an opinion on B&K Reference 30/50,Anthem avm20,Adcom GTP860ll,Emotiva,or Outlow?
moparrob

Showing 1 response by elevick

I think my 7106 is fairly warm sounding, especially when compared to an ATI. The yamaha gear is Class A rated when in class A mode and is amazingly warm sounding. The problem is that the klipschorns are not at all warm. I've had Anthem, B&K and now a Sherbourne 7010 in my system. All are very musical but not warm.
Have you looked at the Cary? Most likely out of your budget. You may want to start running a dual system with 2 pre's (1 for theater, 1 for music)? You could also consider having a pre modded with tubes for the R&L channels but that's pricey too.
On a good note, anything will be warmer than the Yamaha RXV.