Question about connecting both HT and Stereo

BTW, I would not recommend connecting speaker wires from 2 different systems. The opportunity to cause an electrical failures is too high for my comfort level, especially with expensive gear!

TIC

thanks for the input.... i was kinda thinking that.. right now i have a Yamaha RX-V1000. so i could use that to power the center channel and the run the L&R pre-outs to an input on the 2 channel pre? i was thinking of going with the Parasound Halo 23 2 channel amp, but haven't decided on a pre.. any suggestions there? i would like something that accurately reproduces the sound and doesn't color anything.

Look at VTL preamps, Audible Illusions L2 Linestage, BAT just to name a few.

Kray,

My guess is that your Yamaha is more than adequate for surround/center duties. Now, for the 2 channel part! You could go seperates or you could go with a quality integrated amp. There are WAY too many choices for me to recommend just one.

Also, you haven't listed your speakers and source components. Also, what type of room is it in? Are you committed to correct placement of your speakers?

I wouldn't want to have any responsibility in helping you spend a bunch of money when something else in you system is keeping you from the Nirvana you seek!!!

Enjoy,

TIC

TIC,

good questions... my speakers are Def Tech 2004tl's. i know people think they are better HT speakers but i really like the music sound they put out as well. so that may tell you my taste in sound a little. i use analysis plus speaker (oval 9) and interconnect cables (copper-in). i use to own a sony 9000es, but sold it and haven't replaced it yet. was thinking of the new sony 999es, but honestly if i could get better CD playback from a non SACD player i would do that, and purchase a denon DVD player. my setup will be in a pretty big room, meaning my living room in open to the 2nd floor, 18' ceiling with 6 big windows. i will be placing the speaker on the outside of my entertainment center which is about 10' across, so i would say the speakers will be about 12' apart, sitting about 1' from the wall. thanks for all your help