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What processor?

I am building a home theater using PMC OB1s in front and wafers in wall. Currently have a Jl Audio 113 sub and Parasound Halo 250 watt amps. I am still waiting for the next great big display 75" that is reasonably priced. Maybe 5 to 7k. Here's the question, need a great processor. It seems to me that the video processing is unneeded as an Oppo and a good display should be able to be calibrated to handle this. So, it seems that it's all about the sound, music and movies.Suggestions? Bryston, Classe or??? This is an item that should last a long time. Thanks
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I have an NAD T175HD pre/pro that I am very pleased with for HT and music. The newer model is the T187 and it does not have any video processing onboard for the same reasons you stated.

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/processors/processors-reviews/nad-t-187-surround-processor-t-975-7-channel-power-amplifier.html

The NAD T187 retails for $3000.00. Here is a great deal at Spearit Sound.

http://www.spearitsound.com/Surround_Pre_Pros-NAD_T_187_CEDIA_Demo.html

Bill
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Anthem D2 followed by the Anthem 50v. If you really want to test the more expensive waters, consider the SimAudio pre.
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"I am still waiting for the next great big display 75" that is reasonably priced. Maybe 5 to 7k."

Is that 5 to 7k for the pre/pro or the display? If it is for the pre/pro, then I will have to agree with the Anthem D2 or the Anthem 50v. It really is hard to do much better than an Anthem.

Bill
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I would add the Cary Cinema 12 to your list also.

***Cary dealer disclaimer***
pinto72 OP
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Gonna spend hopefully 5 to 8 k on a new display if one ever comes out. Willing to spent the necessary cash for a quality processor for both movies and music. What I have been reading lately says that you really don't need a processor for video as it is handled by an Oppo and calibration of your display for TV. Is the new Anthem kind of overkill? 3D etc.
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