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How do I integrate my Equipment..

Onkyo TX-SR805 A/V Receiver 130 WPC  Main unit

Dahlquist 20i Speakers Fronts  inefficient 86db crave power Great Sound

Klipsch KLF-C-7 Center Massive handles up to 600 Watts

Walsh Ohm 2 Surrounds 88db Very nice

SVS PB 10 Sub

Crown XLS 1000 Power Amp 

Transcendent Sound Grounded Grid ( Tube Preamp ) Newly acquired

 I'd like to have a HT setup as well as 2 Channel for listening to my music. Do I need a Tube Amp or SS for more power to push the Dahlquist 20i Speakers ? Yahoo Dahlquist Group, AudioKarma says at least 200 WPC are needed to open these up/ Preferably tube setup. Right now I'm using the Onkyo preamps on them.

 I'm somewhat of a novice so I need input as to how to hook everything up for best results in HT/ Stereo modes.

 And what does using a CD player or other source as a transport mean ? I have a really good Blu/Ray Player and SACD/DVD Audio Video Player. The former a Sony BDP-S790 and the latter a best in class Onkyo DV-SP1000.

 I appreciate in advance any help.. 

dabreeze
dabreeze OP
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Entry level budget..
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willland
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If it were me, I would just get myself a pair of KLF-20's or KLF-30's to go with your super efficient center KLF-C7 for your HT with your Onkyo 805 and get a separate integrated amp for your Dalquists.  Maybe a Sunfire Signature stereo amp(pick your wattage 200 or 300) with a tube preamp for your Dalquists.

Bill
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asvjerry
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My 2 cents...

I'd use the Trans Sound to drive the Crown driving the Dals.  Use the Onkyo for 'source' for the Trans and to run the rest of the show.  Not the best solution, but workable.  Probably close to what you're doing already...

Faced with your stack 'o stuff, I'd opt for a small mixer for signal control.  And the purists will likely hunt me down for that comment. *L*
dabreeze OP
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Thanks for your response,  Bill. Not really sure I need to add 2K to enhance my system. Also, why the integrated amp with the Dahlquist  I have the Preamp.  ? I do like Carver amps with the 20i's though. I was thinking more on the line of the TFM series. Maybe, the TFM 45 or even the TFM35.

The Walsh Ohm 2's are staying in the system. At 130wpc the Onkyo 805 will be fine pushing them.       

dabreeze OP
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It might be a good idea for me to contact Bill LeGall at Miller Sound
in nearby Lansdale Pa for his advise. He owns both the Dahlquist 20i and Walsh ohm 2 speakers and has done many a modification on two. Loves these speakers.
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