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Help with pre/pro for Krell/B&K/Martin Logans

I have Martin Logan Aerius fronts with a Krell KAV250a two channel and a B&K 4430 three channel for my center and rears. I am seeking a good pre/pro for HT that will also provide enjoyable stereo listening. Would welcome suggestions on which pre/pro to go with on a budget of around $2000. used from Audiogon.

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dwudman

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tok20000
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I would consider an Anthem AVM20 or a Bryston HT 1.7 preamp/processor used. They may set you back a little more than $2k (not much more though, negotiate hard right now it is a buyers market). Both of these preamp/processors do a good job with 2 channel, and do a great job with HT.

KF
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tok20000
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Now if you really want to get great 2 channel sound you can do what I do: Run your L & R surround channels through a two channel preamp. This is the way to ultimately get the best 2 channel sound.

I use a Pioneer 49TX receiver for my surround sound processing and 5 channels of amplification (I run 7.0 channel sound), running my L & R channels into my Ayre preamp.

This method is more costly, but will give you the best 2 channel sound.

KF
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