Lyngdorf MP-50 Alternative

@soix I guess you could interpret wanting analog inputs means the request to use an external DAC is as an input into the SSP, but I read them as separate. It wasn't explicitly stated that the additional "equipment with external DAC" was going to be used as an input into the SSP.

As usually a 2-channel system is placed after a HT system, and HT bypass is engaged on the 2-channel system when you are in HT mode. And when doing 2-channel playback most of your HT stuff is turned off and the 2-channel system is "fully on".

@nekoaudio
Yeah I know, and that’s what I was going to suggest he do. But he also seems to want room correction in 2-channel, and that’s where this thing goes off the rails with using a separate DAC. I’m not sure the OP knows exactly what he’s asking for or what’s possible, which is probably why you and I are spinning our wheels here. 

@soix that’s why I recommended the Trinnov Altitude. It is a surround sound processor that offers very powerful and flexible room correction (room + speaker via the Trinnov Optimizer), has analog inputs, and both analog and digital outputs. The Trinnov Optimizer can be executed using either the analog outputs, or the digital output to a whole other stack of electronics including a stereo DAC. Multiple presets means you can save different settings for when you are playing back surround sound (either with the analog outputs or with most analog and two channels digital) and when you are playing back stereo (again, either with the analog outputs or with a two channel digital output).

Alternatively, the Altitude can also perform ADC and run the optimizer on the analog inputs as well. The Optimizer can also be turned off.

The Trinnov Altitude will do everything requested (including eARC and HDMI 2.1). And it will sound outstanding.

What I really need is a ADC. The Lyngdorf only has digital inputs. While I have no analog sources I would like the option to as a quality turntable.  I don't remember saying I need room correction for 2 channel, only that I want end user, room correction for the pre-pro.  Two channel analog input is all I asked for, so yes, I do know what I'm asking.  Analog input, that is it, nothing more.   The Lyngdorf has the ability to easily bypass the room correction if wanted.  So that isn't an issue or concern. 

Over the past few weeks I looked at the Trinnov, Datasat as well as the Acurus ACT4-20. In the end I ordered a new Lyngdorf MP-60 2.1. The Lyngdorf just checked more boxes than the others. I’ve been extremely happy with the MP-50 and the MP-60 adds to that platform.

The ability to make changes in the room, be it new speakers,  or locations, I can quickly and easily run room perfect. Most of the others I would need to have someone come and recalibrate the prepro. The Acurus does offer room correction, however it’s $2700 for the calibration kit. Two shops that sold the ACT4 and the MP-60, didn’t bat an eye at recommending the MP-60 over the ACT4.  Yes the Trinnov was on the top of everyones list, but all said the Lyngdorf isn't that far off.  In order to get the Trinnov to outperform the MP60 it would need to be professionally calibrated, and in the end ultimately recommended the Lyngdorf. 

Hi wheelndeal, wondering how the new Lyngdorf is working for you.  The sonic performance is supposedly identical to the MP40, its just more feature-rich.  I'm in same boat as you, as I have a wonderful CD/SACD player that I want to use analog output from without re-digitizing.  What made you decide not to pursue the analog option (or did you find a workaround)?