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Never having heard either unit, I am deciding between a used Lexicon MC-1 for about $2300 or a new Anthem AVM-20 for about $3100.
Previously I had an EAD Ovation, and currently a Denon AVR-3801 as a processor. I have followed "intensely" the Lex's praises and criticisms for a couple of years now.
Here are my usage parameters:
1. I have a separate killer 2-channel front-end. So the Lex's "processed" sound for 2-channel is irrelevant
2. My speakers are very wide dispersion.
3. I set all my speakers to large, so the limited sub cross-over selections are not an issue
4. Do not care about 2-channel or multi-channel analog bypass. Mulitle channel music for "critical" listening is of no interest to me, and can't see it being for a long time.
5. DPL2 is not important to me, as I believe Logic 7 to be comparable
6. I am not concerned about upgradability. I can't see any newer formats being of interest to me. If the Lex did not have Logic 7, then DPL2 would be a must in my next processor.
7. Balanced outputs would be preferable, but not a deal-breaker
8. I watch 1 or 2 DVD's via HTPC per week, and I watch 1-2 hours of TV via crappy-cable per week
9. Considering my limited H.T. viewing, my budget is
10. What I do want is nice clear home theatre sound
The Anthem, being a freshly new model, will still be demanding top dollar. The Lex's have already taken a major hit in depreciation, and a further recent hit due to the MC-12 release.
Am I making a smart move with the MC-1 ?
I guess I am trying to convince myself that the MC-1 is still a viable piece for my usage parameters, regardless of the new crop of excellent processors.
- Andy
Previously I had an EAD Ovation, and currently a Denon AVR-3801 as a processor. I have followed "intensely" the Lex's praises and criticisms for a couple of years now.
Here are my usage parameters:
1. I have a separate killer 2-channel front-end. So the Lex's "processed" sound for 2-channel is irrelevant
2. My speakers are very wide dispersion.
3. I set all my speakers to large, so the limited sub cross-over selections are not an issue
4. Do not care about 2-channel or multi-channel analog bypass. Mulitle channel music for "critical" listening is of no interest to me, and can't see it being for a long time.
5. DPL2 is not important to me, as I believe Logic 7 to be comparable
6. I am not concerned about upgradability. I can't see any newer formats being of interest to me. If the Lex did not have Logic 7, then DPL2 would be a must in my next processor.
7. Balanced outputs would be preferable, but not a deal-breaker
8. I watch 1 or 2 DVD's via HTPC per week, and I watch 1-2 hours of TV via crappy-cable per week
9. Considering my limited H.T. viewing, my budget is
10. What I do want is nice clear home theatre sound
The Anthem, being a freshly new model, will still be demanding top dollar. The Lex's have already taken a major hit in depreciation, and a further recent hit due to the MC-12 release.
Am I making a smart move with the MC-1 ?
I guess I am trying to convince myself that the MC-1 is still a viable piece for my usage parameters, regardless of the new crop of excellent processors.
- Andy