You don't have to have a pre with a processer loop.Run From your processer 5.1 Front outs to tape input .From Main amp outs on pre to Amp used for Front speakers.Adjust volume on pre to match surrounds etc.Plug CD/phono into Preamp.When listening in 2 channel HT processer doesn't need to be on[no interference from HT processer].I am setup this way with a Music Reference RM-5 Tube Pre and Music in movies and Concerts sounds much better.Hope this helps.My .02,JD
One system Audio & Theater - minimize compromise?
I enjoy both Home Theater and Audio. I take the audio seriously and want to enjoy a true audiophile setup. The delema is that I only have room for one system set up and have merged audio and home theater.
Can a dual system be built to minimize the compromise? What components or setup could I consider to achieve this difficult balance? Would adding a good preamp help? If so how can you integrate that with the home theater setup?
Thanks for the advice.
Krell FPB 300cx amp
Krell KAV 250 (3) amp
Krell KAV 250 amp
Wadia 850 CD
Dennon 3700 DVD
Krell HTS 7.1 processor
Cardas Golden Cross interconnects / speaker cables
B&W Nautilus 802, 805 and HTM1 speakers
M&K 350 Sub
Can a dual system be built to minimize the compromise? What components or setup could I consider to achieve this difficult balance? Would adding a good preamp help? If so how can you integrate that with the home theater setup?
Thanks for the advice.
Krell FPB 300cx amp
Krell KAV 250 (3) amp
Krell KAV 250 amp
Wadia 850 CD
Dennon 3700 DVD
Krell HTS 7.1 processor
Cardas Golden Cross interconnects / speaker cables
B&W Nautilus 802, 805 and HTM1 speakers
M&K 350 Sub