This is a friendly discussion group and we count you as a friend. Have you looked at the 2150. It has the capability to bypass its internal amp and put its stereo output through the 2200s. The manual also says you can use wye connectors on the pre-outs to feed the 2200s and still use the 2150s internal 100w amp. Sounds like pretty neat 3 or 4 channel amp.It also provides a sub out which may or may not be part of your stereo needs. It is a straight stereo receiver in its originasl form which also has digital inputs.