The better your main speakers, the less need you have for a center channel, even for off axis listeners. Speakers that image well can hold a strong center image even if off axis. A dedicated center is usually placed below or above the screen (with the exception of perf screens). The voices never sound like they're coming from the screen. A phantom center actually makes the voices sound more like they're coming from the screen.
How important is the Centre Speaker ?
I have recently bought a high end receiver. I wonder how important is the centre speaker in a multi channel set-up in order to maximize the performance of this wonderful sounding receiver?
Can someone recommend some good sounding centre speakers ?
Thanks.
Can someone recommend some good sounding centre speakers ?
Thanks.