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2 Channel Amp for Surrounds: Need Recommendations

Hi,

I need a 2-channel amp to power my back surrounds which are rated at 150 watts.

I plan to bi-amp my VT-2 mains when I add an AV7005 Preamp later this year. My Wired 4 Sound Mini MC-7 puts out 7 x 220 wpc.

I'd like to find a 2-channel amp for $500 or less that delivers about 150 to 200 wpc.

Something that would generate minimal heat is a real plus.

I would love to hear suggestions/ opinions.

Thanks!

My System as of July 2011

Wyred 4 Sound Mini MC 7 Multi Channel Amp
N H T VT-2 Speakers
N H T iC4 In-ceiling Surrounds (4) Monitor
N H T VS-2 Center
Denon 3803 Receiver (Temporary Preamp)
Sony BluRay
DirecTV HD Receiver
760raptor

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chadnliz
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Carver,Rotel, Nad, Adcom, Parasound all will work for system and wallet. I agree you could do around 100w and be fine, if you get more watts thats great but dont stress.
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chadnliz
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To say dont worry about sound quality goes against everything you and our group stands for. Yes the surround info is limited but limited quality sound is better than limited crap sound. Go with any of those big names listed and you will get both quality and price. I am surprised to hear you say that String, its nonsensical.
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A great amp is a Parasound HCA800, more power than ever needed, Carver TFM35 is capable of driving most any speaker so its good as a emergency spare 2 channel.
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chadnliz
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But dont we want any and all sound to be atleast quality? Iam talking middle of riad used gear not expensive. I just think saying buy anything cause its good enough and doesnt matter is in direct conflict with core values we share. Movie ibformation can be at times intense. At any rate I dont think you need to invest alot but to say it doesnt matter IMO goes too far.
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