linking AVR'S together for added power

rogerd
rogerd Posts: 63
edited November 2010 in Basic Hookup/Wiring Questions
(I'm not sure if this will work) I have an older HK AVR 510, 2001 and a new HK AVR 1600 2010. Can I link these together to boost 1600 as it only has 50 watts per channel.
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  • kcoc321
    kcoc321 Posts: 1,788
    edited November 2010
    not too good an idea. You could get one of those converters that allow speaker outputs to be connected to inputs (on the second receiver) but even then it increases the distortion dramatically. I tried it once upon a time and could not stand the distortion/ hum for 2 seconds. Plus you run the risk of frying either one of the Receivers or your speakers. REALLY not worth that.

    Take the money you just saved BY NOT FRYING YOUR EQUIPMENT and put it towards a decent amp.

    That's my 2 cents worth. :D
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2010
    Do you find the HK lacking in power, or is the wattage numbers displeasing. Sell both and get a more powerful receiver. If the 1600 has pre outs you can just get an amp.
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  • rogerd
    rogerd Posts: 63
    edited November 2010
    OK so I won't try that, And as for power my ears don't bleed when I max it out but it still pretty sweet. I new to this audio game and just trying to figure out how I can some use some of this equipment sitting around the basement.

    Thanks for the info folks, Off to see Harry Potter with the kids
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited November 2010
    Your 1600 doesn't have pre-outs, so I'd recommend getting a more powerful receiver with pre-outs so in the future you can add an amp if you choose.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,328
    edited November 2010
    I smell a house House Fire!!!!:eek:

    Just do it right.. Receiver with Pre outs/and or PreAmp with an external amp..:biggrin:
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