@rwrightcpa Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think the DAC in your Mcintosh is engaged when you're using the home theater pass through. My preamp doesn't have a DAC, it's sending the signal directly to the Marantz.
I might be less picky about sound quality for movies, although I think the 7704 does a terrific job, every bit as good as my old 8801.
Keep in mind that the center channel is usually the most critical for home theater and that is going through the Marantz no matter what you do. Give the home theater bypass a try before you throw the baby out with the bath water so to speak.
I might be less picky about sound quality for movies, although I think the 7704 does a terrific job, every bit as good as my old 8801.
Keep in mind that the center channel is usually the most critical for home theater and that is going through the Marantz no matter what you do. Give the home theater bypass a try before you throw the baby out with the bath water so to speak.