What is the difference. I’ve seen people talk about amps and pre amps and processors and I’m confused.

I’ve only ever used a receiver before.

  • izeek11B
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    1 year ago

    a preamp is 2ch only.

    an avp is 5+ channel providing processing for surround sound. they typically can be used as a preamp using 2ch selection.

    i use mine as a preamp only as its a very nice unit, sounds better than my other pre and avr, and i didnt want 5 amps(long story). i also have a 7.2 avr for home theater.

    • Worst-Eh-SureOPB
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      1 year ago

      Nice!

      I’m going to be running a home theater.

      I’ve always just had a single receiver. But now that I’m looking at buying some super expensive (relative to my personal level of financial capability). So I’m trying to contemplate upgrading maybe beyond a single receiver. Maybe a receiver and amp. Or processors and amps. Not sure yet, but these definitions are helpful so I know what I am looking at.