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Affordable Processor with Fabulous 2 Channel ?

Gang,

I'm using my Mytek Brooklyn DAC as a pre for music and TV. It is fabulous sounding but I really would like to have 5.1 channel surround, and a single remote! 

Is there an affordable processor (used OK) that has at least as good 2 channel performance? Emotiva is right out. I owned one, and it sounded thin as paper. I note that there are a lot of Krell processors for sale at reasonable prices. 

Thoughts?

Erik
erik_squires
erik_squires OP
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Honestly I would like to stay under $2,000

I use ICEpower based Class D amps. I'm extremely happy with them. 

I hear a lot for Classe. Didn't they just get sold or shut down? 

Best,

Erik
erik_squires OP
16,378 posts
 
Feature wise, I do not need more than 5.1 and do not care about video scaling. 
luxmancl38
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I still use a Krell Showcase processor. Has a 7.1 analog input for surround and a balanced input for CD's. Built like a tank. Never had a problem. They usually sell in the $600 range. Original price $4000.
erik_squires OP
16,378 posts
 
lux - 

Yeah, I'm very attracted to the Krells in the used market for just that reason. 
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willland
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Erik,

If under $2000.00, I really would look for an Anthem Statement D2v or AVM50v2.  They are rock solid reliable and ARC is top shelf.


Bill

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