Dumb question HT bypass

@fuzztone  - I think Max was referring to "Pre-Outs" when he said power out. @maxwave - please feel free to correct me if I misunderstood.

Seems like maxwave is confused, I know I am.

@fiesta75
@reubent
@fuzztone
I have a processor. The fronts speakers XLR cables ( and speaker’s cables) instead of being connected to a power amp.( like other speakers ) is connected to an integrated amp. with a HTBP.
I do not know about AVR. But if there are RCA or XLR outputs dedicated to connect to an external amp. , then , it is possible to use an integrated amp. with HTBP with your AVR.

PreAmp. with a HTBP is not the only way.
Integrated amp. with HTBP is another way if an AVR has a dedicated
external amp. connector ( XLR or RCA )

@maxwave  - It would be the same with an AVR. The front L&R pre-outs form the AVR connect to the HT bypass inputs on the integrated amp (or pre-amp/amplifier separates). Only difference is that AVRs don't have XLR, only single ended RCA pre-outs.

I've done it several times over the years. Works fine and is a good way to have a no compromise 2-channel system, with added HT capabilities.