Is there a "best choice" among pre/pro units under $3,000?

Q: What are some good pre/pros?

Yamaha have a new pre/pro with improved room EQ and great DSP audio modes...for a reasonable price. Anthem have ARC2 room EQ. They have a newer separate pre/pro...@ an affordable price. Marantz have pre/pros with Audyssey MultEQ XT32. ..for a decent price. You mentioned a humble budget, also a what is today available for that budget.

Q: Should I buy a prepro or an AVR?

It might be worth investigating, and it might fit the budget. Used with a prepro, it should not impede on user friendliness, similar to an AVR. But, there is still the budget question of separate amps, which an AVR solves. My knowledge of this ever changing marketplace might be out of date, though. So, take what I say with a grain of salt.

Q: Should I buy a year or two older pre/pro?

Always a rapidly moving market, a year or two older pre/pro can be had at great discounts if the latest tweaks aren't important. The 2 biggest will be the type of immersive codes included or not, and the built-in DRC types. Sounds like your a bit torn between miniDSP-HTPC approach and a straight forward integrated pre/pro solution.

Mar 20, 2021 · I realize this is subjective (to a certain extent,) but is there any AV pre/pro unit under $4K list price that has been favorably reviewed here? (note: I am looking for a used unit in the $1500 to $1800 range.) I've looked at the reviews for Marantz AV8802 and Anthem …

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Jul 1, 2012 · So, onto my question: Does anyone have any recommendations for a new pre/pro in the sub $3,000 range? My demands aren't particularly huge, but a couple of must-haves are a …

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May 1, 2021 · For what its worth, I audited the 7706 before i settled on the CX-A5200. The CX-A5200 + MX-A5200 has been sheer sonic nirvana. Yes, there is a best choice and it is known …

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May 23, 2011 · There are so many variables in auditioning any stereo/analog audio component which hinge on the speaker setup and room acoustics. For MCH, those variables increase to …

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Aug 4, 2006 · Arcam AV9 (Used Price $3000-$4000) An excellent unit that does everything well. Music tends slightly to warmth which is what many people prefer but does slightly deviate from …

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Nov 21, 2019 · I'm just gonna toss this out there, don't shoot the messenger (me). But the Sweetvinyl SC-2 Mini/Phono ($3k) has a built-in phono stage: SC-2 Mini/Phono And the gain …

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Nov 24, 2015 · The RC-1570 stereo preamplifier is a fully featured unit with four analog inputs, an additional balanced analog-in, and even a moving-magnet phonostage. But that’s not all: The …

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I hear you, but I'd advise against it. An entry level prepro is like $1600. If you're looking at the standard 11 channels of amplification (7.x.4) you'd be looking at a minimum of $2500 for …

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Nov 13, 2015 · You might be able to find an Atma-Sphere MP-3. It is tube, fully balanced and differential and features a direct-coupled output. There is one on here for under $3000 …

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What are some good pre/pros?

Yamaha have a new pre/pro with improved room EQ and great DSP audio modes...for a reasonable price. Anthem have ARC2 room EQ. They have a newer separate pre/pro...@ an affordable price. Marantz have pre/pros with Audyssey MultEQ XT32. ..for a decent price. You mentioned a humble budget, also a what is today available for that budget. ...

Should I buy a prepro or an AVR?

It might be worth investigating, and it might fit the budget. Used with a prepro, it should not impede on user friendliness, similar to an AVR. But, there is still the budget question of separate amps, which an AVR solves. My knowledge of this ever changing marketplace might be out of date, though. So, take what I say with a grain of salt. ...

Should I buy a year or two older pre/pro?

Always a rapidly moving market, a year or two older pre/pro can be had at great discounts if the latest tweaks aren't important. The 2 biggest will be the type of immersive codes included or not, and the built-in DRC types. Sounds like your a bit torn between miniDSP-HTPC approach and a straight forward integrated pre/pro solution. ...