Look at the Ayre K-5xe. I've recently installed one in my HT system (Integra DTC 9.8 processor), and the improvement is awesome. I've seen them used for around $2100 and new for $3500. Combined with a good used 5 channel amp, you'll be amazed at the improvement which can be accomplished for around $3500.
Preamps or Integrated with HT Bypass Pls Recommend
Hi:
I have a HT setup to which my mains are attached. I would like to drive those speakers with better electronics. I realize that I could hook an amp to the pre-out on the receiver but I would still have the receiver preamp in play. My goal is to have a dedicated two channel system within the HT system with the mains attached to better electronics and my sources: turntable, tuner and CD player wired as two channel. Looking for preamps or integrateds that have this feature. Budget: 2.5K for an intergrated, less for a preamp....but have some flex. What should I be looking at?
I have a HT setup to which my mains are attached. I would like to drive those speakers with better electronics. I realize that I could hook an amp to the pre-out on the receiver but I would still have the receiver preamp in play. My goal is to have a dedicated two channel system within the HT system with the mains attached to better electronics and my sources: turntable, tuner and CD player wired as two channel. Looking for preamps or integrateds that have this feature. Budget: 2.5K for an intergrated, less for a preamp....but have some flex. What should I be looking at?