2 channels Tube amp in a HT setup

I've got an Anthem D2 processor that feeds a VTL 7.5 mkII in bypass mode which then feeds my VTL Siegfried's.

This was the only way I could make my system work which is mainly for 2-Channel listening.

I have to say that I don't have too many hours utilizing the tubes in this manner. We occasionally watch HDTivo or a Blu-Ray but not very often.

The sound being pumped through my Wilson Maxx 2's are killer with this setup. Quite happy with it and am not bothered about the tube hours.

Enjoy!

Ed

Same as Eddiesudz but with Lexicon MC12B/ARC Ref3/Ref210s. Most of my tube hours are burned for vinyl but I don't mind using it for movies and a little TV. Works great. BTW for video I don't worry about warm up, 15 min and good to go.
Terry

Heck i even listen to regular TV with my all tube SET system with Sophia 300B tubes. What me worry? ; 0
Guess i should since i ain't a richin but that's the way it goes in my home.
With movies it wouldn't even be a hesitation! Enjoy!

I guess I don't feel bad if all of the tubes are current production tubes.

When I have 4 NOS tubes in the preamp (Calypso) I feel really guilty.

oh well may be it's just me.

I used to disconnect the speaker cables and hook up SS receiver just when I'm watching movies.

but it just gets annoying....

My dad leaves his tubes off during news, sports and BS casual watching just useing the center and surrounds fed from SS amps, runs tubes for movies and music only. Not only for tube life and cost but also for heat reasons.