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Home Theatre Processor reccomendation

Looking at a host of used versus new equipment and have the following decision to make. If new, looking at the Sunfire Grand Theatre 3 and the B&K Reference 50. Used components include the Cal Audio CL 2500, the Classe SSP 75 and the Krell Showcase. Assume any of these will be a tremendous upgrade to the current surround sound setup which utilizes the Adcom GSA 700 looped through a classe CP 60 pre-amp.

Any and all feedback/thoughts is much appreciated.
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bpape
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Personally, I don't think either of the units you are considering for 'new' are even in the same leage as the Classe.

You might also want to consider a used Theta Casanova. Great sound and wonderful bass management - probably one of the most flexible out there. Also makes a great 2 channel preamp for music.
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Bpape--Don't disagree, I am really leaning towards finding a used Classe and in fact am discussing one as we speak. I had the B&K in for an in home demo and while the HT piece was fine the 2-channel pre-amp fell FAR FAR short of the Classe CP-60 pre amp. Appreciate you taking the time to comment. If I can't work something out with the Classe. I'll check out the Theta.

Thanks again.
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I have a very fine 2 channel system....and recently added a EAD Theatermaster 8000pro for 5 channel. Very impressive component in terms of build and sound!!! I'd add this to your list.
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The EAD was the other piece on my short list. I just didn't care for the ergonomics. The sound was great.
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mattkimb96 OP
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Appreciate all of the inputs. Listened to the B&K Ref 30 and while its a solid unit, (very solid for the price) it's come down to the Classe SSP75 and the Cal Audio 2500. Likely I'll go with the Cal and if it doesn't work out I'll post in onto Audiogon and seach out the Classe.
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