Thanks guys. I'm still debating between separates and the Mac mht 200. Can't seem to pull the trigger (a little paralysis by analysis). Arthur, that's some progression you've gone through. I see that you also had the MA6500 in your system. What did you think of that unit. I came very close to buying a used one before I got crazy and began overanalysing this. I was going to run it sidecar to my HT system, probably via a Niles amp switcher, so I could have two systems in one. Curious what you thought of it? Thanks...Jeff
Lexicon RV8 vs McIntosh MHT200: best for 2 chnl?
Have N803/HTM1/DS7 setup with Pioneer vsx49tx. Want to improve overall sound quality, especially in 2 channel. I'm also considering separates, but that's a "separates" discussion (pun intended). Between these two, what's your opinion regarding SQ? I don't care about HDMI, video switching (I go direct into tv) or any new codecs or whatever you call them. I just want great sound from redbook CDs, some SACD/DVDA, and good old DD and DTS movies. Appreciate any opinions to help me decide. Thanks...Jeff