So I've done quite a bit of research and I think I've narrowed my decisions down to a final setup. I won't be able to purchase everything immediately, but over the next couple of months (to keep the Visa from exploding into flames). I've already decided on these speakers (these will be the last addition):
pair of M80tis
pair of QS8s
VP150


Now here's the amp plan for the very near future:

amp - used Anthem MCA 5 (from auth. dealer with warr. for $1750 cdn)

pre-amp - new NAD T752 ($1300 cdn)
or
new Rotel 1066 ($1800 cdn)

I should have a chance to A/B these at home soon. But I just wondered if anyone had any thoughts as to what I can expect to hear from the diff. preamps, what kind of values these are, am I doing something totally wrong, better option for a processor????

The ultimate plan is to someday look to a better pro, but this is more of a stop-gap.

Sorry about the long post, but would really apperciate comments/thoughts from anyone and everyone.

Scott


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