Dastro - I'd have to check the manual for the SSP but I think that
it allows for HT type bypass as does the CP series (manual is online). -
Otherwise, you'd probably need to look at the manual and connections on
your Yamaha to see what's possible (you'd need preamp inputs - totally
bypassing the processor/ volume, etc).
I think that the weirdest
part of this potential setup that you're pursuing is the fact that
you're utilizing the amps in the AVR so you really don't get to bypass
it completely with a new pre/pro.
Still I'd look at your manual
and see what's possible but I'll bet in the end you might end up w/
either 2 dedicated systems or at least going w/ separates.
At the
end of the day, however, the older processor that are pre-HDMI are
insanely cheap for a high-end 2CH setup - incorporating that into a
modern AVR, however, that's a different thing altogether...
Still worth some research and experimentation IMHO.
Greg
Grey, I'm not using the amps in the AVR, I have separate amps. I'm only utilizing the Yamaha currently as a pre/pro. Thanks, dAvid |
Your Threshold Threshold S500/II (great amp BTW I had one) only needs
around 1.2v input to give full 250w output, so a low gain preamp would
be best to have so you can have a good range of rotation on the volume
control, as most sources are over >2v output.
And it has a 75kohm input impedance, which would be a great match for a passive preamp. The way I used it.
I would say being new school this maybe better and it's new with warranty and it has remote.
Try
the Schiit Audio Freya (from the guy who designed Theta Audio’s best
products) , as it can be a passive pre, active tube pre, or active solid
state pre. So you can suit your moods. All with low gain so you’ll have
plenty of range control with your volume control.
Plus it has
balanced or rca input and outputs and comes with a extremely high
quality 128 position relay based volume control, and it’s all remote
controlable as well. For just $699 with a trial period, so you could
send it back if you don’t like it.
http://schiit.com/products/freya
And they make a great phono stage as well mm/mc.
http://schiit.com/products/mani
George, Yea, I love that Threshold. It taught me a great lesson about amps. Before that I was using an Aragon 4004 Mk 2, which was a revelation compared to 2 ADCOM 555's bridged on my 802s. The Threshold grips and controls the woofers and completely changed the sound. You are the second person to recommend the Schiit Freya. Mmmmm, I'll probably have to check one out. Thanks for the help. |
You could also get a used McCormack Preamp. |
"Greg, I'm not using the amps in the AVR, I have separate amps. I'm only utilizing the Yamaha currently as a pre/pro."
Ah - That being the case - use your AVR for video and audio processing for surround only and run all audio pre-outs from it to the SSP and then the SSP to your amps with all of your sources connected to it and you're done.
Simple!
Greg |
dastro
You are the second person to recommend the Schiit Freya. Mmmmm, I'll probably have to check one out.
Thanks for the help.
Good idea, it's got all you want even remote control, bonus is, it and the phono stage is the same colour as your Threshold, and you can send them back if not happy. Cheers George |
