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Sound of AVR vs. separates

Hey guys!

Probably a silly question - but I am thinking of swapping my Marantz 7011 to the 8802 - I'm currently using a Krell Chorus 5200 amplifier. I have thought about waiting a bit and going to a McIntosh or something similar...

So, here's my main question - will there be a noticeable difference in sound if I swap to the 8802? Or am I just upgrading to have better gear, and having separates w/ dedicated functions? I will have to wait a bit to get a high end processor, but I'm curious if this switch will imrove sound in any way...whether it be sonic signature, volume, clarity, etc.

Thanks again - I'm still  learning all this stuff! Oh, using ML Ethos as fronts, and I am mainly movies and gaming, about 15% (and climbing) for 2 channel music
ethos4lyfe
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ethos4lyfe OP
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@bob_reynolds thanks for the input - i'm also considering the switch because of a 4k pass through issue. when connecting the oppo 203 (4k player) and newer ps4 (ps4 pro), i lose video signal when connecting to any hdmi EXCEPT the front port. marantz, sony, nor oppo has a fix. it just loses video and i only get audio.

the guys at magnolia had recommended considering the upgrade/swap since the pre/pro uses better circuitry, power, etc. 


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If you have the space and the money I would recommend you try a separates system for music alone.  Keep your video gear for movies etc. apart from your music system.

Separates are the best way to achieve the best sound quality but it is anything but efficient.  Nonetheless you can have a good time chasing that music nirvana we all lust for.  If you want to try vinyl  start with an inexpensive turntable.  Other sources might be a server and  disc player then through a preamp, to an amp, stereo or mono blocs, to your speakers. Start with an inexpensive cable loom from your favorite bargain cable manufacturer. 
 There you have it a separates system.

If you are flush buy whatever you like unconstrained by budget concerns.

(Then constantly upgrade and tweak your system) 

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