I will chime in for the Sim Attraction (5.1 version only). excellent 2-ch and a low noise floor when run balanced (I also used a Theta Dreadnaught as well- superb HT amp). The EAD 8800 Pro may be a step up though. Some of the EAD's use a special Arlon board, and btw, the Attraction uses EAD digital internals. Re: Stargate- better features; but the Attraction is the winner on sound quality (I know someone who has compared both).
HT and 2-channel music setup - New Ideas?
I have a Thiel CS2.4 as main front speakers, CS1.6 rear surround speakers, MCS1 as center and SS1 as subwoofer. Thinking of using Pass Labs X5 as amplifier. I have the following options for pre amp:
Bryston SP1.7
Simaudio Stargate
EAD Threatermaster 8800pro
I am into serious HT and 2-channel music. Any experience with the above?
Regards
Ken
Bryston SP1.7
Simaudio Stargate
EAD Threatermaster 8800pro
I am into serious HT and 2-channel music. Any experience with the above?
Regards
Ken
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Distortion et al: Sorry i "failed" to remind everyone that I use my AV processor primarily for AV processing and not 2 channel listening. It is true that I isolate my two channel path so that it doesn't travel through the AV processor when I'm listening to stereo. I can explain how to do this very simply if anyone has interest in it. But I did test the Bryston vs. the EAD in 2 channel and stereo mode when I had them both together. To my ears, the EAD is superior. In fact, even though I don't use it in this manner, the sonic superiority is more apparent in 2 channel mode, since pcm stereo is a purer, uncompressed source than DVD anyway. I'd probably take an EAD, Theta, or Meridian over the Bryston, even though I still view the Bryston as a pretty good pre-pro. Harry |
Ken: Nice choice. If I can help you with setup or problems, don't hesitate to contact me at [email protected]. harry |
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