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Amplifier or Receiver

I recently bought Klipsch Cornwall IV speakers and am looking to buy a receiver/amplifier to pair these with. I intend to keep a stereo setup for now but want to have the option of home theater for later. I looked at amplifiers and noticed that they do not have HDMI connections. Will that be an issue to connect with other digital devices? Also, receivers may be better for streaming services, etc. I need advice for buying the right amplifier or receiver for these speakers. Budget within $1500-4000.
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willland
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How about this NAD C368 and add an HDMI module.

https://www.safeandsoundhq.com/collections/integrated-amplifiers/products/nad-electronics-c-368-hybrid-digital-dac-amplifier-factory-refurbished

https://www.safeandsoundhq.com/collections/upgrade-modules/products/nad-electronics-mdc-hdm-2-hdmi-add-on-module-for-select-nad-stereo-components

Bil
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Thanks all!
I'm narrowing my choice to these integrated amps:
1. Anthem STR for about $ 3500
2. Yamaha A-S2100 for about $ 2300
3. Technics SU-G700 for about $ 2500
Nos. 2 & 3 don't have DACS. Will I be able to run my TV through these?

What's the best choice?

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" What's the best choice?"

I don't know about "best" but this is what I would go with for the $$$.

2. Yamaha A-S2100 for about $ 2300

" Nos. 2 & 3 don't have DACS. Will I be able to run my TV through these?"

If your TV has left/right RCA outputs you can, or just buy a DAC and route your toslink cable to it and out to the Yamaha.

The Yamaha 2100 and Cornwall IVs should play very nice together.

Bill
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Thanks willand. Yeah I'll go for the Yamaha A-S2100.
Re DAC, These are available from $100 (Schiit Modi 3) to a few thousand and I believe a DVD/Blu Player will have one too. Thoughts?
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"  I believe a DVD/Blu Player will have one too. Thoughts?"
Some do but not all.  My Oppo 105 does.

Bill
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