Best 5.1 McIntosh separates

Is it possible to get a good 5 channel Tube McIntosh amp in $2000? Which model?

If McIntosh are out of my budget then do I've any other options?

Thanks!

If not McIntosh, is it possible with any other manufacturer? I don't want to compromise on the sound & video quality. How about using it with Oppo 93/95?

I'm sure there must be a creative way to get most out of the older systems. Any idea?

May be I was not clear in listing my intent.

I had a 10+ yrs old 5.1 setup with a Kenwood Receiver. However, after upgrading from DVD to BD Player & speakers to Tyler Acoustics Linbrook, I'm considering going for a Pre, Amp, processor (separates) type of a setup instead of an all-in-one receiver.

Since Oppo 95 also has a dedicated processor for Audio along with HDMI 1.4, I was wondering if I can use that along with the McIntosh since having that on Mac is very expensive.

I have around $2000 budget!

@ Iformorris, Jeffkad: I like your suggestion. In fact I was toying with that idea even before I read your comments.

I'm thinking of using Oppo 93 Analog feed to existing Kenwood receiver (as a Pre/pro) & connect to
- Mc Tube Amp for Stereo (say MC240)
- Emotiva XP-3 for the remaining 3 channels

However, I'm not sure how will that work since MC240 is rated at 40W whereas Emotiva XP-3 is rated at 200W into 8 ohms. Will the surrounds & center overpower the fronts during movies?

Here's the speaker specifications:-
Tyler Acoustics - Linbrook System II (Front & Center)
Frequency Response: 32-25k
Sensitivity: 89db
Impedance: 8 ohm
Power: 30-250wpc

JBL - S312 (Surround)
Frequency Response: 35-20k
Sensitivity: 92db
Impedance: 8 ohm
Power: upto 250w

Thanks Cajunpepe!

How does Cary Audio Tube Amps stand against the one you recommended? Any specific models to look for?

After reading various threads, I'm no longer hell bent on 5.1. Stereo seems like the way to go.

So considering the above price point, any advice on make / model?

Ho much of a difference a dedicated Tube Pre-Pro will make compared to using the Pre Outs from SS Kenwood VR-4090 receiver?

Thanks for your time!

Hey guys! I took all your advice & finally ended up buying Parasound Halo A51 from AudioGon for $2100. I also upgraded to Oppo BDP-105, which servers as a PrePro.

After listening to various types of music (stereo, XLR) & movies (2 XLR + 3 RCA), I must state that though I did hear background music that I'd not heard/noticed before, nothing significant while listening to music in stereo.

Am I missing something? Do you think adding a Sub or a dedicated PrePro will help? Any recommendations?

Thank you!