Anthem AVM 20 Vs. B&K ref 50 (1 Viewer)

[Christopher_Ham]

I have read many reviews on both of these units and they both look fantastic. But which one is the best. I use my system for mainly movies. I currently run a Lexicon DC -1 that I love, but I am needing to upgrade. I don't listen to music much but would like to be able to check out SACD or DVD audio.
Movies are my priority though!

My system

Lexicon Dc-1 v4.0
ATI 1505 & 1502 amps 7x 150w
Denon DVD 2200
Deftech bp8's main
deftech bp2x surrounds
Deftech dcs 5 rears
deftech clr 2002 center
SVS pb2 + sub
Blue jean cables throughout.

 

[BobRoulier]

Why not stick with lexicon and go for the mc-8 ?


Bob

 

[Christopher_Ham]

I can get either one of these processors for 1,000-1,500 less than the Lex. I love Lexicon, but right now it is out of my price range.

 

[ChrisHeflen]

Isn't the Ref50 like going for @ $2000.00 now as compared to the Avm20 at $3400.00? Unless you can get a deal on the Anthem that's kind of a jump.

IMHO the Anthem had a few more features that were important to me. Bass management on the 5.1 input and speaker selection by source. Plus they are very pro-active wth upgrades. B&K seems to take their time.

The B&K does have adjustable x-over slopes which could come in handy. Plus there's none to say they couldn't add some of the other features over time.

If for you there is a price difference, try the Ref. If you can get a deal on the Anthem and it's close. I'd get that.

Make sure you listen to both though. Either way it's a lot of money. They are both great pieces.

 

[Donnie Eldridge]

The Ref. 50 is going for $1500-$2000 street price.

 

[Christopher_Ham]

I made my decision and purchased a Ref 50 today, should be here by Friday. I could have got an avm 20 for 2400, but I thought the extra grand could go into a second pb2+.
thanks for the info.

 

[ChrisHeflen]

C H

Congratulations on your purchase!

Let us know how you like it. I have a friend that is looking at buying one and would like to hear your thoughts.