I'm currently using a Yamaha RX-V730 AV receiver for both TV/movies and music (Cambridge Audio 640C CD player as source) but wish to move towards "better" sound. I will upgrade my speakers - presently Mission 762s - but am considering amplification questions at the moment. I would appreciate advice on two levels: 1) Will a higher-end AV receiver provide decent sound compared to a two-channel integrated amp? 2) Can I connect both an integrated amp and AV receiver to one set of main speakers - being careful not to turn on both at the same time - thus using those speakers for music (powered by amp) and movies (powered by AV receiver)?
I'm currently using a Yamaha RX-V730 AV receiver for both TV/movies and music (Cambridge Audio 640C CD player as source) but wish to move towards "better" sound. I will upgrade my speakers - presently Mission 762s - but am considering amplification questions at the moment. I would appreciate advice on two levels: 1) Will a higher-end AV receiver provide decent sound compared to a two-channel integrated amp? 2) Can I connect both an integrated amp and AV receiver to one set of main speakers - being careful not to turn on both at the same time - thus using those speakers for music (powered by amp) and movies (powered by AV receiver)?