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Home Theater / HiFi Stereo - 2 in 1

I'm looking to build a simple home theater setup, BUT with the ability to be a decent HiFi stereo as well. I want a surround receiver with HDMI, AND have the ability to put it into Direct Stereo and have good quality listen from time to time. I know some say that it's not practical, and that's true, especially on a budget.

If given the restricted choices below with a $2,500 budget, which would you choose??

I currently own a Marantz NR1504

Amp Choices:

1. Marantz NR1504 > Stereo Preout > Marantz MM7025
2. Marantz NR1504 > Stereo Preout > NAD C 356BEE
3. NAD T 748

Speaker Choices:

1. B&W 683
2. PSB Image T6
3. Monitor Audio Silver 6
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doggiehowser
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Assuming you already have speakers for your HT, I'd see if I can spend the 2500 on a new integrated amplifier - like the PrimaLuna ProLogue Premium integrated with HT bypass.

Don't try to compromise to fit everything inside the budget and regret it later on.

FWIW, the PrimaLunas would be a good match for the B&W and Monitor Audio - those can be a tad hot on the treble in most rooms
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