Best 5.1 McIntosh separates


I'm considering building a 5.1 separates (Pre, amp, processor, etc. setup). Currently I've Nakamichi RX-505 Tape Deck, Tyler Acoustics Linbrook System II speakers, & Sony BX-57 (S570) BD player.

Apart from CDs & cassettes, I do not have any other type of music formats. I usually watch movie (65%) & listen to audios (35%).

I would love to build my system around Tube Amps (preferably McIntosh) but also like to support HDMI 1.4 (3D HDMI) & digital media server type of setup for audio/video streaming.

However, I'm not conversant with various McIntosh model numbers & their features. Can anyone suggest what would be
the best separate setup around $2000?

Thank you!
hitsofmisses
If you want something reliable, I might suggest going with a standard receiver with analog outs to an Emitova amp or a used McIntosh multi-channel amp if you can find one for cheap enough.
If you are not dead set on Mac, then there will be lots of options. I would suspect that the tube amp requirement is for better (as respects those qualities that tube fans like) 2 channel audio playback? In that case, consider a 2 chnnl tube amp for the mains and a cheap multi-chnl SS amp for the rest of the spkrs. For movies, there is no need or value to tube amps, IMHO. I don't know the sensitivity or impedance range of your spkrs, but that info would probably help determine good amp matches. While Mac is good at pre/pros, these are not tube designs (afaik), and I think there are far better and more cost effective pre/pro solutions than Mac. Many, many easily within your budget (especially used). Will post some actual equipment ideas later or tomorrow. Good luck.