The center channel contains the majority of what you generally hear. Typically it is preferred to use like speakers accross the front. If your room is large you could do 7.1 however you would probably realize more from 5.1 with matched fronts.
Opinion on 5 vs 7 channel and mixing brand speaker
Hi all. First of all, thanks for all previous advice. Finally got my amps in. MC205 and pair of MC601 and a used marantz av8801 processor. Need your option on the speakers set.
1. 7 vs 5 channel. Does it make lot of difference. I am currently having 5 channel (PSB image t tower, center and bookshelf) powered by MC205.
2. Mixing high end brand and entry level brand speakers for theatre? Any opinion on this?
I am debating if I want to make it 7 channel, the main speaker will be Wilson Sasha 2 and rest PSB. Or upgrade the 5 speakers and keep 5.1 while Wilson Sasha will be dedicated for stereo.
I enjoy both stereo and movie. But I spend just a little more time listening than watching.
Thanks for opinion.
1. 7 vs 5 channel. Does it make lot of difference. I am currently having 5 channel (PSB image t tower, center and bookshelf) powered by MC205.
2. Mixing high end brand and entry level brand speakers for theatre? Any opinion on this?
I am debating if I want to make it 7 channel, the main speaker will be Wilson Sasha 2 and rest PSB. Or upgrade the 5 speakers and keep 5.1 while Wilson Sasha will be dedicated for stereo.
I enjoy both stereo and movie. But I spend just a little more time listening than watching.
Thanks for opinion.