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Old 01-01-2023, 01:58 PM
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[QUOTEAnthem MRX 740-8k receiver][/QUOTE]
I love my Anthem AVM70 processor. I will keep the receiver in mind if/when I install a mini theater in my office.
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Old 01-04-2023, 02:48 PM
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Thanks for the input. I will look at Bryston and McIntosh again. Any other thoughts ?
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Old 01-06-2023, 11:36 AM
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You really should consider Anthem.
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Old 01-07-2023, 07:45 PM
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I am in agreement with Robfine's earlier post - you can add external amplification to a good receiver (one that has pre-outs).

What this does: a receiver has a fixed amount of power - it can be delivered to two speakers or divided among 9 speakers. Better receivers allow you to adjust this as needed. Consider a dedicated 3 channel amp for the front, and let the receiver handle the surrounds. It will run cooler to boot and you can reduce box count. We do this with a Marantz receiver and ATI amplifier. It depends on your space and budget, as always.
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I am in agreement with Robfine's earlier post - you can add external amplification to a good receiver (one that has pre-outs).

What this does: a receiver has a fixed amount of power - it can be delivered to two speakers or divided among 9 speakers. Better receivers allow you to adjust this as needed. Consider a dedicated 3 channel amp for the front, and let the receiver handle the surrounds. It will run cooler to boot and you can reduce box count. We do this with a Marantz receiver and ATI amplifier. It depends on your space and budget, as always.
This is very good advice as well. A 3 channel power amp for the fronts and let the AVR handle the rears. FWIW, I would not go with anything less than 2 subs in that new theater room as well. Subs really make home theaters work.
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This is very good advice as well. A 3 channel power amp for the fronts and let the AVR handle the rears. FWIW, I would not go with anything less than 2 subs in that new theater room as well. Subs really make home theaters work.
+1 / I run four subs in each of my HT’s.
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+1 / I run four subs in each of my HT’s.


That’s how I can tell when you are at your Parkland house when I’m at home in Coral Gables 40+ miles away!
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