[klao]

Hi guys,

Need your help and suggestion on the topic. Currently my setup is 2CH only.

I'm about to assemble a 5.1 or 5.2 system for both music and movies based on my ModWright Oppo 95; Onkyo PR-SC5507 pre/pro; and the Aesthetix Calypso Sig. linestage (w/ HT bypass & is connected to the power amps for the main left and right speakers). The Oppo 95 unit was both tube modified for 2CH and solid-state modded for MCH by Dan's camp. I'll be listening to 2CH CD and SACD via XLR stereo (tube) outputs from the Oppo directly to the Calypso's inputs.

For the MCH SACD playback, should I do it via HDMI cable to the Onkyo pre/pro, then use HT bypass on my linestage as if I'm watching BD or DVD? Or should/could I use the existing XLR stereo connection between Oppo 95 & Calypso in combination with RCA outputs (C, SL, SR, and perhaps SW) between the multi-player and the pre/pro? Or any other connection/settings?

Many thanks in advance for your kind assistance and suggestions.

Cheers,
Klao