with the pre-outs, what I don't understand is why there isn't a middle ground for seperates. Something like the UMC-200 looks enticing but doesn't have nearly as many wiz bangs as the X4000. Given that the amp itself is a large expenditure why is it only in the high end units have the preouts.
Basically you are paying for the an internal amp that you don't use for a plus 1k receiver with all of features wanted.
I am considering the x4000, UMC-200, Marantz 6008. I have had a low end Onkyo before that I liked and it did run warm (not sure what "hot" qualifies as but it did heat up abit).
Looks like I just need to make a decision, setup and try if I like it.
Basically you are paying for the an internal amp that you don't use for a plus 1k receiver with all of features wanted.
I am considering the x4000, UMC-200, Marantz 6008. I have had a low end Onkyo before that I liked and it did run warm (not sure what "hot" qualifies as but it did heat up abit).
Looks like I just need to make a decision, setup and try if I like it.