Hello guys I am thinking about going into separates as I have the Marantz SR8012 now. So there is so many HT processors out there and it’s really hard to choose. I was thinking about the Emotiva RMC 1L which is $4000 and now Emotiva has 30% off for the next purchase!!!! Next one is the Monoprice HTP 1 it’s a great looking processor and it’s also 4000$ , they both have the Dirac Live.....excep the Emotiva doesn’t have it yet (HTP1 does). Last but not least is the Marantz 8805 which is only 13.2 and is the most expensive one 4500$. Also Marantz doesn’t have Dirac but it uses Audysey....some people don’t like it. So which one would be best choice for me ?
One thing I think you need to ask yourself first is... the purpose of the upgrade.
-To get Dirac?
-To get better sound quality?
-More channels? If so how many do you need or plan on using.
-Want to go seperates. If so, why? Prefer seperate amps, need more power because of a large room or low sensitive speakers.
-Want to try something different?
You have an excellent receiver. In what way is it lacking for you?
If you like Audyssey XT32 and don’t need more channels, using the SR8012 would make a nice pre/pro by simply adding a 3/5/7 channel amp and using the internal amps of the receiver for atmos or surrounds. Unless you need to extra channels, I would opt to keep what you have have instead of opting for the 8805. If you want to go separates and and use Dirac, the HTP1 looks to be the choice. I wouldn’t buy Emotiva if you want Dirac until they actually get it out.
If you aren’t doing full range eq and are using multiple subs, I think Audyssey XT32 works very well. If you are doing full range EQ, I think Dirac is better. Good luck with your choice.
