Amp's to consider?
MrNightly
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I currently am using my Denon 3805 for a 5.1 setup, but know that I could use some real power from a separate amp.
I will be running a 7.1 setup in my remodeled basement, and want something that will push it to the max, in case I ever step up to the LSi series. I think a five channel amp would do the job, and let the rear's be pushed by my 3805. Is this a good idea?
I won't be buying anything today or next month, but probably about a year out or so... and will spend probably around $1000 give or take.
Any recommendations on a solid amp that will last me years, with plenty of power for HT?
I will be running a 7.1 setup in my remodeled basement, and want something that will push it to the max, in case I ever step up to the LSi series. I think a five channel amp would do the job, and let the rear's be pushed by my 3805. Is this a good idea?
I won't be buying anything today or next month, but probably about a year out or so... and will spend probably around $1000 give or take.
Any recommendations on a solid amp that will last me years, with plenty of power for HT?
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Stuff...
RTi12's - front
CSi5 - center
FXi3's - surrounds
RTi4's - surrounds
SVS PB12-NSD/2 - sub
Denon 3805
Rotel RB-985 5-Channel Amplifier
Stuff...
RTi12's - front
CSi5 - center
FXi3's - surrounds
RTi4's - surrounds
SVS PB12-NSD/2 - sub
Denon 3805
Rotel RB-985 5-Channel Amplifier
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Based on the $ you want to spend and the reliability, I may lean toward Rotel. They make solid products and while I have only had one Rotel amp it was a great amp for the money (RB1080). For 7.1 it may be difficult for grab something for your stated price as the RMB1077 is well above that. I am sure there are others.Michael
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Look into Sunfire amp's. I use 2 amp's in my HT system and they drive my LSi's with absolutely no problems at all and sound awesome. Just another amp name to consider. You could probably grab a 5 ch. sunfire amp used for around $1k if not a few bucks more.58" Samsung Plasma (on wall)(calibrated)
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Emotiva has a few 7 channel offerings and at rock bottom prices, too. Their cheapest one is $500 http://emotiva.com/amplifiers.htmlGod shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. - Romans 5:8
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Emotiva has a few 7 channel offerings and at rock bottom prices, too. Their cheapest one is $500 http://emotiva.com/amplifiers.html
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Honoured to be, an original SOPA founding member
Stuff...
RTi12's - front
CSi5 - center
FXi3's - surrounds
RTi4's - surrounds
SVS PB12-NSD/2 - sub
Denon 3805
Rotel RB-985 5-Channel Amplifier -
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I love how music can brighten up a bad day.