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B&K ref. 20 or Sunfire TG1

I'm struggling between the two componets. I think I have narrowed it down to these two based on my ever increasing budget, reported quality/reliability, performance and Price to features. I'm going to be using my home theater 80% of the time. I don't need component capabilities since I will run all video directly to a new Mitsubishi 55 widescreen. The only down side to the Sunfire is that it doesn't have dual zone which I need. I hear that B&K has great tech/coustomer support. Do you guys have any input or ideas. I'm trying to stay around $1000-$1700 for the pre/pro. Thanks for the input
jlokker
maggieowner
44 posts
 
I see you are struggling with a pre/pro decision because I saw your earlier post about purchsing a used pre/pro.

Having owned a REF20 and just purchased another one on here for $775, I would recommend the REF20. It is a straight forward unit without a lot of bells and whistles. Most importantly, it is upgradeable. The sound of the REF20 is warm to neutral. I have not heard the Sunfire so I cannot comment.

Please note that my primary pre/pro is a Theta CasaNova.

Good luck...
briweve
123 posts
 
I have a ref 20 and a really like it, but I think you can get a Lexicon DC-1 that is maxed out and upgraded for close to $1500(although it has been awhile since I priced them). My belief is that the DC-1 is better the Ref 20, for HT.
kgb540
125 posts
 
You may also want to seriously consider the EAD Encore or Ovation. Should be able to pick them up in you price range.
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