With that Denon it looks like the compromise is already made so might as well run with it, and you can hear whats coming up behind you in the films etc.
I run TV sound via optical through a two channel system set up for music, there’s no problem with centre fill from either end of a three seater but the speakers needed careful placement to achieve a wide listening area with a stable image and tuneful bass. I only have depth into the screen however, not behind me and they’re a bit too dynamic. If I set the volume to hear the dialog the sound effects get to neighbours annoying levels (we’re in a third floor apartment, temporarily) and I end up arguing with my wife about just how loud it needs to be.
I run TV sound via optical through a two channel system set up for music, there’s no problem with centre fill from either end of a three seater but the speakers needed careful placement to achieve a wide listening area with a stable image and tuneful bass. I only have depth into the screen however, not behind me and they’re a bit too dynamic. If I set the volume to hear the dialog the sound effects get to neighbours annoying levels (we’re in a third floor apartment, temporarily) and I end up arguing with my wife about just how loud it needs to be.