If you're like me, and 2-channel is your passion but you also want a good, satisfying, and entertaining HT experience, I'd find it VERY hard to justify the considerable added expense of running a separate AV processor and multichannel amp. You're only using the AVR to power the center and surrounds, and the MXR 720 is no slouch. It's really hard for me to fathom you using the MXR 720 in this role and being in any way disappointed in your HT experience. I'd put the additional funds into a better integrated or stereo separates -- no question. Best of luck.
SQ : Anthem receiver vs. processor
Hi everyone,
I’m on a quest to simplify my life and get rid of my separates. In terms of a range of options, I’m probably settling on Anthem. My choices are:
I’m wondering if any of you have direct experience comparing the sound quality of each? I have an external DAC I’ll be using for music sources.
The processor total cost of ownership is significantly higher, not to mention space and wiring required.
I’m on a quest to simplify my life and get rid of my separates. In terms of a range of options, I’m probably settling on Anthem. My choices are:
- MXR 720 - 7 Channel receiver ($2,500) and use external amps for L and R
- AVM 60 a pure processor ($3k)
- Classe SSP used (~ $3k)
I’m wondering if any of you have direct experience comparing the sound quality of each? I have an external DAC I’ll be using for music sources.
The processor total cost of ownership is significantly higher, not to mention space and wiring required.