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Think of buying a Magnepan Surround Setup

Hi Everyone-- I've auditioned a lot of speakers over the last couple months (PSB, Viena, B&W, KEF, and Maggies) and really feel no one comes close to the Mag 1.6s w/with c2 center and mgc's1 in the rear. However I'm worried about feeding these babies anough power without breaking the bank. I have a great deal on a Denon4802 (1500)-- what are your opinions about this combination? Another option in the price range is the Outlaw 950/770 combo for about another 1000 (2500). First, what are other folks experiences with specific AV/receivers w/ built in amp (perhaps denon). Second, for under 2500 what controllers/amp combos should be on my short list.

thanks!
petrieme

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cytocycle
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I use to own MG IIIa's. Don't bother using a receiver it will always sound strained. Also the Mags like 4ohm's and receivers fall on their faces at 4ohms. Go with the Outlaw instead of the Denon Receiver, you will be much happier. Sunfire Cinema amp is another good option but would have to be purchased used for your budget.

Elizabeth's Forte 4a is a 50 watt class A amp that had tons of juice for mags and I'm sure doubles into 4ohm and 2ohm. No Receiver today has a powersupply as large as this two channel amp.

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