CaptainJames
Ex Member
So apologies if I'm covering old ground, I know there are a few posts around on this subject but I just want to make sure that I have got it clear in my head.
I currently use my Pioneer SC-LX79 for stereo music as well as TV/ movie duties, and I think it does a pretty good job. However, I understand that using a dedicated stereo amp for music could be a worthwhile upgrade. So in order to do this, am I right in thinking that I need a stereo amp with "Pre in/Bypass" connections, then connect this to the Pre outs on the AVR, and then connect the Front L/R speakers to the stereo amp?
The volume of the Front L/R is then still controlled by the AVR, while the stereo amp provides permanent amplification for the fronts regardless of whether in stereo or multichannel usage? If I have got this correct, would it therefore make sense to just use a stereo power amp rather than an integrated unit?
I currently use my Pioneer SC-LX79 for stereo music as well as TV/ movie duties, and I think it does a pretty good job. However, I understand that using a dedicated stereo amp for music could be a worthwhile upgrade. So in order to do this, am I right in thinking that I need a stereo amp with "Pre in/Bypass" connections, then connect this to the Pre outs on the AVR, and then connect the Front L/R speakers to the stereo amp?
The volume of the Front L/R is then still controlled by the AVR, while the stereo amp provides permanent amplification for the fronts regardless of whether in stereo or multichannel usage? If I have got this correct, would it therefore make sense to just use a stereo power amp rather than an integrated unit?