Marantz 8802A vs Classe Sigma processor

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BWguy

Junior Audioholic
Has anyone compared these two units for 2 channel listening? I am currently using the Marantz AV 8801.

Both have received nice reviews and they have stated the 8802A is much improved over the 8801. However, I don't think I have ever read a bad review on any type of audio video piece.

I would like to hear impressions from anyone that has actually compared these. The Marantz is less expensive than the Classe and also has room correction while the Classe does not.
I am using a Classe 2300 to drive my B&W 804d's.
 
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Cos

Audioholic Samurai
If you are only doing 2 Channel, why would you get an AV8802A. You would be paying for a ton of extra features you are never going to use? At 4K list, why not just get 2 channel Pre-Amp?
 
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BWguy

Junior Audioholic
If you are only doing 2 Channel, why would you get an AV8802A. You would be paying for a ton of extra features you are never going to use? At 4K list, why not just get 2 channel Pre-Amp?
Although I am about 80% 2 channel, I also play a lot of 5 channel bluray concerts and movies.

I am using a Rotel 1095 running my center and rear speakers.
 
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