Video Asylum

Posted by Justin on March 19, 2000 at 14:17:44:

In Reply to: Surround Sound Processor that's good with two-channel? posted by Duke on March 18, 2000 at 12:09:37:

The best solution, of course is two separate systems. However, few people have the space or money to do this. The next best choice (as mentioned below) is to have a 2 channel pre-amp and a separate surround sound pre/pro. If music is important, spend most of your money on the 2 channel pre-amp and very little on the surround sound pre-amp, as there is little difference between a $1200 Sherwood and a $15,000 Meridian when playing DD or DTS. However, the Classe' SSP-25 is a terrific one box solution pre/pro. It has a direct analog bypass, and is one of the best sounding pre/pros I've heard for music, regardless of price. Good luck!