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Tube pre w/ HT bypass?

Hey guys - looking to bump my 2 channel. Had a really nice Gold Note streamer/dac, but it didn't sound MUCH different than without it. So, I'm looking to make a bigger jump. I ordered an Anthem STR to try out through Crutchfield. Looking for a tube pre w/ HT bypass. I don't want Prima Luna, and Mac 2600 is too pricey. I know tubes are warm and smooth, it might sound nice paired w/ my Anthem AVM 70. Any ideas are welcome. Thanks!

Using all JTR speakers, w/ Rythmik subs (JTR subs coming soon though). I use Tidal and Qobuz
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ethos4lyfe OP
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@geof3 it doesn't have trigger inputs/outputs...so it would work properly just off connecting via XLR? interesting, will read further

geof3
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The RP5 is single ended only, (RCA) as is the RP7 for the HT in’s. Not sure why you would need triggers?
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ethos4lyfe OP
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Misunderstanding on my part - I thought I had to connect it to my processor (for HT bypass) and my amp. 

8044drussell
93 posts
 
There is a site out of Norway that maintains a good list of integrateds and preamps with HT pass through.
cascadesphil
232 posts
 
Modwright, Odyssey Audio are a couple an then this has a bunch of preamps listed:

http://audiophile.no/en/articles-tests-reviews/item/426-amplifiers-with-processor-input
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