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One receiver for both ht and 2 channel (diff speakers)

I'm trying to set up a multi channel ht system. Maybe including height speakers and 2 small subwoofers. I plan to use book shelf size speakers for the ht.

I would also like to run a separate 2 channel system with larger full range floor standers. 

Can I do this using 1 high quality receiver?

If the receiver had a powered zone 2 would this work for the 2 channel?

Or would I need to use preouts with external amp for the 2 channel?

 

Was thinking about a Marantz 6014

johnjmark
johnjmark OP
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For the time being I am using a Denon x4200 receiver which has a pure direct button, although it still powers my subs. Thought I would like the pure direct with my turntable, a old Sanyo TP 825D, but I seem to enjoy the all channel stereo mode more. I have some Def Tech dipole towers with built in subs for my fronts.

questforhifi
105 posts
 

if you considered av separates there would be no conflicts

In my home theater setup I use an anthem avm90 and my front stage is powered by krell 300 trio xd. I understand this type of setup may be more costly than you may like but the concept is sound and can be done with cheaper gear just as well

 

If I was to use this for 2 channel listening (which i do sometimes even though i have a dedicated 2 channel space) it sounds very good.. No special 2 channel amp. no pre outs. no confusion or complexities

questforhifi
105 posts
 

"For the time being I am using a Denon x4200 receiver which has a pure direct button, although it still powers my subs. Thought I would like the pure direct with my turntable, a old Sanyo TP 825D, but I seem to enjoy the all channel stereo mode more. I have some Def Tech dipole towers with built in subs for my fronts"

 

I had tried something similar in the past with the yamaha a3080. This also has pure direct mode. In my experience, the sound quality for 2 channel was lackluster but if your coming from no dedicated 2 channel system it may be good enough. I tried using a parasound halo a21+ with this setup and it was an improvement, but still very suboptimal to what i would consider as hifi, but my friends thought it was amazing. Perspective is key

audiom3
151 posts
 

A stereo pre with HT bypass is the best option.  It's the best of both worlds for everything in one room.

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rudyc
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Hi..i have a set up where i have my 2 fronts (B&W 702 S3) connected to the Douk VU3 Switch along with the NAD M10V2 for music.  I have the Marantz SR8015 amp connected to the switch and the rest of my speakers connected to the Marantz (7.1.4).  When i want to listen to music, i switch to the NAD amp and when i want home theater i switch to the Marantz amp.  It works great.  I also have a pro Ject Box 2 phono preamp connected to the NAD so i can listen to my turntable using stereo..

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