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Amp for Thiel CS6

I am considering purchasing Thiel CS6 for a combo two channel/surround system. And looking at Denon's 5800 for video switching/preamp (need the bandwidth of Denon or B&K for HDTV). I've heard the Thiels preamped with Denon and then McIntosh MC352, Proceed HPA2 and just the Denon straight. Using the Denon as an amp did not do the Thiels justice (duh). Compared to the McIntosh, the Proceed did not have the clarity - I assume insufficient power for the Thiels. Any suggestions for other amps (new or used) in the same price range as the McIntosh MC352 @ $3500? Any other thoughts on such a system - I am not yet a certified or certifiable audiophile and could use some advice. Thanks
akpintenn
akpintenn OP
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I must have asked a real dump question - as there were no responses - was it preamping with the Denon? or just the idea of trying to do both two channel for music and surround for video with some sharred components?
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jfrech
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Your are going to need high power and high quality. Some thoughts are Classe, Mark Levinson, the Bat VK500 etc...
akpintenn OP
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Is preamping with the Denon a dumb idea? Does the McIntosh make sense?
emster
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I doubt the proceed was too underpowered for the Thiels, but if you feel that way, look at the Bryston Monoblocks. You should be able to get them used in that price point. I think the long term match with the Mac may make your ears bleed. The denon is as fine as it goes. If you could, I would look at a separate Lexicon or Ead solution, but that will start to run into real money.
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