Processor & Amps for B&W


Hi there,
I have b&w nt 804, 805, htm2 as speakers. movie/music 50/50 use.
Now thinking about having Rotel rsp 1068 and don't know about amps yet.

First processor, is it worth to go for higher priced brand like krell or lexicon, etc.

Then amps, should I get multichannel amps? or go for comination of stereo amps (2 stereo + 1 mono)?

I really appreciate for the great comments from members.

Thanks.
motozine
Greg
I'm thinking of an AVP-s/AMP5, which is on offer ex-dem in the UK. Having listened to many current competitors, I keep coming back to the Proceed for it's glorious 2 channel sound, and large enveloping HT.
Of course, the situation with Proceed is not good. Have you had any problems with the AVP, and have you found yourself wishing you had Prologic II, DTS Neo etc etc

Thanks for your thoughts

Pete
Motozine , the Krell you asked about is a stable amp capable of solid performance into low ohm loads. I would have that unit checked thoroughly before buying. I would see if an audition is possible as well as some older Krell gear is on the analytical side of the yin / yang . This may or may not expose problems or incompatabilities in your system. Dont discount the Rotel amp - preamp combination .
On a final note. Ideally , the front three amp channels especially would benifit greatly by being the same. This is important if multichannel is in your future. I suggested the large ,powerful Rotel for the mains for dedicated 2 channel listening.