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I need assistance with an upgrade to my system which currently includes the following:Adcom GTP-600 surround sound tuner/preamp
Adcom GFA-555II power amp
Adcom GFA-2535/L power amp
Velodyne F1200 powered sub
Definitive Technology BP-10 (front)
Definitive Technology BP-1 (rear)
Definitive Technology C1 (center)I have just ordered a Sony KD-34XBR 960 CRT HDTV and a Denon DVD-1910. I have learned that my Adcom GTP-600 is incompatible with digital video signals, and must be replaced.
When I was using the Adcom GTP-600, I would connect the subwoofer between the pre-amp and power amp. I used a pair of RCA cables to connect the Pre-amp output to the line-in of the sub and then another pair of RCA cables from the line-out of the sub to the input of the GFA-555II. Then I ran speaker wire from the GFA-555II to the front main speakers. I bridged the GFA-2535/L to power the center and rear surround speakers.
I am trying to decide between another pre/pro –vs- an integrated AV receiver. I want to keep the cost below $1200.00. I am currently looking seriously at a Denon AVR-3805.
My questions are:1) If I go with the AVR-3805 to replace the Adcom GTP-600, does the configuration described seem reasonable?
2) Can anyone make a recommendation for a comparable integrated receiver to consider?
3) If a dedicated surround sound tuner/preamp is a better option considering my other components, please make specific make/model recommendations for me to research.
I really appreciate any comments or suggestions.
Thanks,
Paul
Follow Ups:
if you are looking for 7.1 arrangement, then outlaw audio has a couple choices that are affordable. if one is looking for 5.1 set up you may want to consider anthem, outlaw, adcom. the receiver options are limitless, thou denon 2805, 3805, 4805, sony es, yamaha's are receiving positive reviews for specific attributes.otherwise, connect dvd directly to tv and enjoy. good luck.
If you can, run the DVD player straight into the TV. Component progressive video data is very high bandwidth, and most AV receivers have poor quality switching circuitry. There are some exceptions, but it's still probably better to run straight to the TV.If you still want to get a receiver, the higher end Denon and Yamaha units are good bets. Rotel and Outlaw Audio make some nice receivers as well, and the Sony ES line is OK (especially the older models). You can usually find lightly used, first-generation 7.1 receivers on eBay/audiogon for a good discount. The newer receivers have some pretty cool features that make them worth looking into, however, like automatic level balancing and more advanced bass management algorithms.
/*Music is subjective. Sound is not.*/
Then yes, if you want 5.1 digital audio surround from HD video sources, such as HD cable/dish tuners, and your DVD player, you will need to upgrade the preamp. IMO it is worth it, the digital signal I get from my cable and local broadcasters sound great in surround sound.I was in the same situation. What I did when I upgraded from my old Sony TAE1000 preamp is buy a HT receiver with pre-outs (Rotel RSX 1055). That way, if I need to upgrade again, I will at least have something I can use in a secondary system. (I was able to give the Sony to my son, along with some other separates)
I totally agree that of your video sources should go directly to the TV set. Many new units have enough video inputs for 3-4 sources.
One of the worst video signal degrading things you can do is run it through a pre/pro. I know all of the connections are on these units but it doesn't make much sense for the average HT set-up. Run the video signal from the Denon straight to the TV, and run you audio coax and or analog cables to the pre-pro. I have a $3000 pre-pro and the only video signal my tv gets from it is the on screen menu. Do the same thing if you have a satellite reciever, run the video to the TV and the audio to the processor.
Hi, I'm going to try that line on the wife.
You should be able to run the video from your Denon DVD-1910 right to the TV. Or is there more than meets the eye, going on here?
The Adcom GTP-600 does not have a digital out to process the HD data to the new TV. I have been very happy with the GTP-600 and if not for the new TV I would not be looking to replace it.
Why do you need to run it, or any of your video sources for that matter, through a receiver/processor? The least amount of crap in the signal path the better.
Buy the Denon, I've owned three of their a/v receivers and they've all been great. Use Adcom amps to power as many of your speakers as possible (not sure how many channels the 2535L is) using the pre-outs on the Denon. I recommend running a single rca cable from the sub-out on the 3805 to the subwoofer's mono input and using the Denon's controls to balance all the channel levels. Basically you will be replacing the GTP-600 with the 3805 and simplifying the speaker connections. You have some nice stuff, and the Denon line of AVR's are tough to beat. Using the adcom amps will compliment the great switching and control of the Denon. Good luck-Rich
What do these two things have to do with one another? They are non-related.
I replaced the identical model Adcom pre/pro with the NAD 163. The sound is more musical and the NAD has a lot of features and has all the codecs (be sure you get a late model because they just added Dolby Pro Logic IIx.) About$1400.
I second the vote for the NAD. There is also used equipment, if you are happy running 5.1 speakers. But there is the risk of buying used.The new stuff has component video switching,Prologic II & 7.1 feedthru for SACD.
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