I haven't heard this comparison directly, but I would doubt the AaudioControl AVR9 could sound better or even the same as the AVM60 plus Savoy. The Savoy should be a better amp than what's in the AVR9 and the Anthem AVM60 should be at least as good sounding as the processor section of the AVR9. That's my reasoning, but as I said I haven't heard this comparison.
AudioControl receiver vs separates
I'm new to Adiogon and joined to get some unbiased opinions. I'm looking to do a modest sized HT and was going to get separates (Marantz or Dennon) because I assumed having a processor and multichannel amp was better. I'm only using this system for HT, but want really good sound. In listening to stuff I heard an AudioControl system using the AVR-8 and it sounded really good. Is it possible that a single uint can sound better than separates? Any AudioControl owners out there that can share their experiences?