You can use the Rotel RA-1062, however it will not be as simple as using an integrated amp with HT bypass. Connect the front L/R preout from the AV receiver to any input on the Rotel, except phono. Set the Rotels volume control to minimum. With all the AVRs individual channel level trim controls at the default 0, start the test tone on the AVR. Then increase the Rotels volume control so the L/R speakers match the volume of the center speaker. Remember the position of the VC on the Rotel for future use with the AVR. You can always run the test tone to make a minor adjustment.
Would a source selector switch degrade sound?
Dilemma.
I bought a Rotel RA-1062 integrated amp 7 or 8 years ago that I liked a lot, but I have not set up or used it yet - long story.
I'm finally ready to put my system together in my living room.
I only have one room for a music / HT system so I will only have one stereo / home theater.
Two channel music is most important to me - I'm willing to sacrifice a little on the movie side.
So, to my dilemma...
My Rotel integrated amp doesn't have HT bypass.
Which leaves getting a source selector switch of some sort.
Something like the Niles Audio DSP-1.
But I DO NOT want to set up anything that will adversely affect the sound.
Would the DSP-1 source selector switch degrade the sound?
If so I'm left with either getting an integrated amplifier with HT bypass (and a less expensive AV receiver) or getting a very expensive higher end AV receiver.
Which way would YOU go?
I have B&W DM602 S3 speakers by the way...three pairs of them.
Appreciate all advice.
I bought a Rotel RA-1062 integrated amp 7 or 8 years ago that I liked a lot, but I have not set up or used it yet - long story.
I'm finally ready to put my system together in my living room.
I only have one room for a music / HT system so I will only have one stereo / home theater.
Two channel music is most important to me - I'm willing to sacrifice a little on the movie side.
So, to my dilemma...
My Rotel integrated amp doesn't have HT bypass.
Which leaves getting a source selector switch of some sort.
Something like the Niles Audio DSP-1.
But I DO NOT want to set up anything that will adversely affect the sound.
Would the DSP-1 source selector switch degrade the sound?
If so I'm left with either getting an integrated amplifier with HT bypass (and a less expensive AV receiver) or getting a very expensive higher end AV receiver.
Which way would YOU go?
I have B&W DM602 S3 speakers by the way...three pairs of them.
Appreciate all advice.