Another amp to consider, that I'm running, is the Pass Labs X5. I've seen it for around $2500 used. I think it's rated at 125 watts but I got up above 109 db one day without cranking the volume past halfway and the amps just cruised through the material. The sub went wonky but that's another story. It's way more amp than my surrounds need and one day, if I grow up, I'll get another, perhaps lower quality, power amp for my surrounds and bi-amp my mains.
Theta Dreadnaught vs. Earthquake Cinenova?
I am getting ready to purpose a new amp to be used strictly in my HT set, no music. I want one which will give me enough current and wattage to get every bit of sound from the movie on every channel without having to blow the roof off with volume. If anyone knows, is the Dreadnaught really worth 2 to 2 1/2 times the money of the Cinenova for HT purposes only (Used 4500 vs. 2000). Will I be able to hear every sound that I am suppose to with the Cinenova as I am sure I will with the Dreadnaught. Also if you have any other recommendations other than Sim Titan which may be less expensive and do the same thing I am looking for please list them. Thank you very much for your input. My system components listed below.
All Vandy Speakers
HT Pro 9+ Cable
Stealth CWS Interconnects
Lex. DC 1 Pre/pro
All Vandy Speakers
HT Pro 9+ Cable
Stealth CWS Interconnects
Lex. DC 1 Pre/pro