So you now have to combine your sound systems and buy a new AVR because you invited your girlfriend to move in, but not finding the HT bypass is what makes you feel like a moron? Dude.
Surround Processor/Receiver for HT addition to 2 ch system
Girlfriend moves in, have to integrate previously separate HT and 2 channel systems into one. Current low end Denon HT receiver has no pre-outs (I was stunned to discover), so I need a new processor/HT receiver to drive just the center at the moment, and likely rears when I purchase some. My current 2 channel system consists of Focal 927be and a Musical Fidelity A308 Integrated (which does not have a HT bypass).
Most of these receiver units are so "feature rich" with tons of inputs and flashy digital functionality that I'm afraid the DACs/sound quality will suffer. All I really care about is the DAC and ability to pre-out to my 2 channel system.
I'm hoping to not spend more than $1k, preferably pre-owned. Any thoughts on a receiver or processor I should consider?
Most of these receiver units are so "feature rich" with tons of inputs and flashy digital functionality that I'm afraid the DACs/sound quality will suffer. All I really care about is the DAC and ability to pre-out to my 2 channel system.
I'm hoping to not spend more than $1k, preferably pre-owned. Any thoughts on a receiver or processor I should consider?