Is there an amp that does 2-channel and all this?

I really wish I know of some more alternatives out there. I've looked around and there really isn't much but AVRs that add a receiver. Even the HK 990 left out the radio. I know, radio is on the way out but where I live, they haven't gotten that memo yet.

I checked out the Arcam which seems likt the only high end product out there and I can't see how it competes with the RR2150, aside from much higher price.

Any other ideas on a receiver with dac / bass management / phono would be greatly appreciated!

@Manoterror, how are you liking the HK990? I may be able to pass up the tuner...

I absolutely love the HK990! I originally bought a Marantz PM-11S3 to use in this system, but it sits unopened. I am that satisfied with the sound from this amplifier. Highly recommended!

Mot

I have the Harmon Kardon AVR 7200.

Harmon Kardon has a great sound, but I hear the Arcam AVR600 is FAR AND AWAY better in ANY configuration.

Anybody know? The reviews are off the charts! Only problem seemed to be the early units were not quality checked.

Worth a discussion.

Yes, from this thread, I began to investigate the AVR600. It does look to be an good unit for music. While there have been many complaints about pops and clicks regarding the video section, there are a lot of good reviews about the musical ability of the amplifier. That being said, I have also come across sellers that are selling them to move up higher in two channel. This is something that makes me worry because I don't know if the alcolades heaped upon the Arcam are just hype or if the people that are upgrading are truly dissatisfied with the sound. I really like the all in one solution.

I'd also really like to hear from HK990 owners on how they like the sound. Is it a little rolled off at the top / grainy / warm? That has been my (positive) impression of HK.