Best 7.1 pre amp used or demo for 2000.00???

I would look at Parasound C2 (for a little more money) or Anthem AVM-20 or AVM-30 is you could finsd one. I had a rotel1068 and didn't care foe the sonic signature of that model at all. I also had a Parasound AVC2500U and was very happy with that, but it didn't have many of the features newer models have.

Then I went with the Anthem, abd have been very happy. I actually upgraded o the Staement D1. So I never heard the C2, but was very interested in it. And in my experience you can't go wrong with an Anthem.

Don

I personally preferred the sound (more like lack of) of the Anthem AVM-20 and Aragon Stage One. I ended up finding a few month old Stage One for $2K. The Anthems can be easily found for $2K if you are patient.

The 1068 does not have any display screen, it has the view of most Recievers and such, your TV monitor will allow you to access menus from a distance for easy veiwing, I just dont think that a screen on any Processor serves ANY purpose except to dazzle, and it takes alot more then a 3 inch screen to make me go WOW.
I agree about looking into Parasound, I like there products and have an amp of theirs in my current system.
I notice most are stearing you into more expensive gear and thats great, but if you want new and a warranty of 5 years, for the features you get with the 1068 it is hard to beat for the money, email me if you would like more opinion from me

Ok, it looks like I have some research and listening to to. At least now I know what models to look at. Thank you chadnliz for being the voice of reason. I think most people have to be convinced to spend more, I am the other way around. You make a good case for the 1068.....and I am hearing you loud and clear. Thanks also to those who have steered me in the direction of something better. I will be checking out those options too.

No matter what you decide...aint' upgrading freakin great?!!!