You're right I need the MRX 1140. It has channels 1-5, two driven into 8 Ohms at 140W, which should drive the Hales nicely.
Thank you all for your suggestions!
AVR Took A Dirt Nap - Looking To Upgrade
Yesterday during a new tv install I discovered the Denon AVR would not power up. It was time for replacing, so moving on.
I have a 5.1 set-up (center channel, Hales Design T-5 towers with a sensitivity rating around 88 or 89 db, two 15" subwoofers and two surrounds). I'm looking for all the latest software, like Dolby ATMOS etc. and an increase in watt/channel to more effectively drive my Hales Design, which are not that efficient. I'm thinking a minimum of 110W per channel. It will be used to watch movies and play music, so musicality is very important. My budget is $4 - 6K.
Initially I'm looking at Anthem, Arcam and Rotel, but I'm wide open to make & model suggestions in the above price range. It should be noted I don't want to go down the separates path.
Thank you in advance.
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I'm starting to consider separates as an option. I know that's a more expensive option, but I think it will improve the resolution of the Hales and add more separation with the surrounds. Any recommendations on separates in the $5-6K range? Processor must be modern and have all the latest decoding options, Spotify etc., etc. |
Good idea, but if music is important I’d recommend a good stereo integrated amp and an AVR to handle HT processing and powering the center/surround channels. Here are a couple ideas FWIW… https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649895166-hegel-h190/ https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649856834-anthem-mrx-740-receiver-brand-new-just-opened-the-box/
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