Also make sure you check on that amp or receiver that it will handle that ohm load of your speaker. I for one was running a pioneer vsx 84 using magnepans which are four ohm then I found out that the pioneer only does 6 and 8. So now I'm in the process of replacing with an amp that will handle the 4 ohm load and Ill get a preamp and sell off the vsx84 which is a shame because I really like it as a receiver
Noob, need help please
Hi there,
I have a pair of Klipsch RP-8000F floorstanding speakers.
I am a little unclear about what I need to complete my setup.
I want to use these as home theatre speakers when watching off Netflix or Satellite TV, and also as music speakers when playing off Spotify through the TV.
Do I need a pre-amp and an amp, or just an amp? What does a receiver do?
Do I need a separate DAC too or an amp with built in DAC?
I am a newbie to all of this so willing to learn, please forgive my lack of knowledge.
My budget is max 1k but then I don’t really know what I need to bring out the best in these speakers. When watching movies I like a little warmth but also like some detail. When listening to music I like a lot of bass.
I need channels to add in a sub (I have Klipsch R-12SW) and a center speaker (yet to buy but probably will get the Klipsch RP-504C) at a later stage.
If you need more information please let me know.
Many thanks in advance!
I have a pair of Klipsch RP-8000F floorstanding speakers.
I am a little unclear about what I need to complete my setup.
I want to use these as home theatre speakers when watching off Netflix or Satellite TV, and also as music speakers when playing off Spotify through the TV.
Do I need a pre-amp and an amp, or just an amp? What does a receiver do?
Do I need a separate DAC too or an amp with built in DAC?
I am a newbie to all of this so willing to learn, please forgive my lack of knowledge.
My budget is max 1k but then I don’t really know what I need to bring out the best in these speakers. When watching movies I like a little warmth but also like some detail. When listening to music I like a lot of bass.
I need channels to add in a sub (I have Klipsch R-12SW) and a center speaker (yet to buy but probably will get the Klipsch RP-504C) at a later stage.
If you need more information please let me know.
Many thanks in advance!
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You might want to check pricing for reconditioned (and some new) at accessories4less. And, of course, check Audiogon...might find a steal on amn AV receiver. https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9i4c0-anthem-mrx-700-receivers Bargain price one https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9if67-marantz-sr5009-7-2-channel-home-theater-receiver-sr-5009-... |
I agree that you should go with fronts, plus a center minimum for HT I have ( going to put it up for sale one day) The Emotiva UMC 200 AV pre amp that I used for two months while I was waiting for the XMC-1 to be released. It's been in my closet forever! There is a few for sale on the internet. Home Theater Review gave it 5 stars across the board, especially for the money But you would have to add a 5 channel amp Emotiva has the 500 A for around $500 so for both that would keep you under $1,000 Happy hunting. : ) Specifications for the UMC 200 Video Inputs and Outputs: (4) HDMI 1.4 compliant inputs (all with 3D and CEC support) (1) HDMI 1.4 compliant output (with ARC support) Audio Inputs: (4) stereo unbalanced analog audio inputs (1) set of 7.1 channel unbalanced direct audio inputs (2) SPDIF coaxial digital audio inputs (2) Toslink (optical) digital audio inputs (1) Bluetooth audio input (requires optional Emotiva Bluetooth dongle) (1) FM Antenna input; 75 ohms coax (F-connector) (1) AM antenna input (spring terminals) (1) internal AM/FM tuner Audio Outputs: (1) set of 7.1 channel unbalanced audio main outputs (1) balanced subwoofer output (same as main sub output) (1) stereo unbalanced analog mix audio output (2) stereo pairs of unbalanced analog audio zone outputs (Zone 2, Zone 3) Other Inputs and Outputs: (1) IR remote control signal input (1) IR remote control signal output (2) trigger outputs (programmable) (1) USB data input (reserved for firmware updates) Size: 17” W x 14” D x 3-1/4” H Weight: 10 pounds |
I have posted my question in Home Theatre and had a few suggestions on an AV receiver, however it was mentioned by millercarbon that for better quality I should go the preamp and amp route. Thanks jrwaudio for the recommendations. Does that preamp have an integrated DAC? Can anyone else recommend some preamp and amp models that fit within my budget? If you tell me that I need to spend slightly more than that’s okay. It’s not a hard set budget. I don’t know the price ranges for different types of amps. For now I will leave the center and rears and just focus on the towers and sub which I already have. By the way, I’m in the U.K. and where I live the only shop I know doesn’t have that much shop floor, it’s all online now. So it’s very difficult for me to go and listen and compare. I know sound is all personal preference but at the same time you guys are experts in this field so I’m relying on your guidance. |
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