Surround System Upgrade Advice Needed

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Hi,

I have been using my system for ages (since 1989) which consists of:

2 Technics MKII Turntables (run through an inexpensive mixer)
Denon DCM 450 CD Player
Yamaha AX700U Integrated Amp (110 W/ch) for the main speakers
Yamaha 2/4 Channel amp for the effect speakers
Yamaha DSP-3000

Main speakers are biwired Linn Nexus speakers
Effect speakers are four matching Mission bookshelf speakers (all mounted
properly up on the walls)


My problem is that the DSP-3000 has died. It emits a groaning sound at
power on and although the remote operates the unit it is emitting no sound
through any channels. The other problem is that I am not sure on whether I
should seek a repair or look at today's available equipment,

Back in the day, I wanted a system to essentially deliver the quality of the
Ramones live on a large stage or small club. I originally preferred the
analog wall of sound to the crisp delicate sound of CD with lighter music.
However, over the years, my family listens to a full range of music and now
of course DVD's for movies. Although I never got into programming
reflections into the 3000, I did create some custom environments and got
very good at matching programs to the music or mood I was in. The 3000
however was never designed nor very good for Dolby movies.

My dream is to have a system that retains the great music oriented
soundfield capacity of the 3000, but to add in the ability to use the system
for home theater (but we don't have a plasma TV and don't intend to get
one). The emphasis is still on the music at the moment.

What manufacturers and systems would you recommend that I have a look at?
Or should I just get the 3000 repaired?