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Is there an amp that does 2-channel and all this?

Hola,

I'm looking for an integrated amplifier/receiver/AVR that does 2-channel well. I don't need 5+ channels but I would not mind it. I have gotten the impression that 2-channel receivers are preferred over 5 channel for 2-channel music. However, if there is a 5 channel receiver with stellar sound quality, I'm all ears!

I'm looking for a piece that has the kitchen sink:

phono stage
tuner
dac (usb and spdif)
bass management / variable sub out crossover
remote
tone control
125w+ per channel
pre-out

IF available, I'd also like room correction

Budget is $4000

Thoughts?
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manoterror
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@Martykl: True! This is like a support group for audiophile addicts.

My name is Mot, and its been 2 days since I bought stereo gear. :-)

mot
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michaelkingdom OP
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I really wish I know of some more alternatives out there. I've looked around and there really isn't much but AVRs that add a receiver. Even the HK 990 left out the radio. I know, radio is on the way out but where I live, they haven't gotten that memo yet.

I checked out the Arcam which seems likt the only high end product out there and I can't see how it competes with the RR2150, aside from much higher price.

Any other ideas on a receiver with dac / bass management / phono would be greatly appreciated!
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michaelkingdom OP
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@Manoterror, how are you liking the HK990? I may be able to pass up the tuner...
manoterror
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I absolutely love the HK990! I originally bought a Marantz PM-11S3 to use in this system, but it sits unopened. I am that satisfied with the sound from this amplifier. Highly recommended!

Mot
rightslot
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I have the Harmon Kardon AVR 7200.

Harmon Kardon has a great sound, but I hear the Arcam AVR600 is FAR AND AWAY better in ANY configuration.

Anybody know? The reviews are off the charts! Only problem seemed to be the early units were not quality checked.

Worth a discussion.
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