Get rid of the Pioneer Elite receiver and get a dedicated atmos/object based audio processor (no amp sections shall be in the same chassis) like the Marantz AV10 or higher, depending on what your budget permits. It will let you enjoy the atmos music albums from so many artists, i.e, you should be able to get to a multichannel rig that's not just for movies or games.
3.2 Channel with upgraded L/R or 5.2 channel?
Currently have a 5.2 channel surround system but mainly listen in 2 channel with dual subs. My question is, is it really necessary to stay 5.2 when watching movies, or should I get rid of the L/R fronts and the surrounds to upgrade the two front speakers? Selling the center channel is not an option, I don’t plan on ever letting that go (Sonus Faber Vox).
Current system:
Dedicated 20amp line
AQ Niagara Edison outlet
AQ Dragon power cords throughout
AQ Dragon interconnects throughout
AQ Thunderbird Biwire speaker cables for Front LR
AQ Thunderbird Zero speaker cable for Center Channel
AQ Vodka Ethernet cable
AQ Niagara 7000
McIntosh C2500
McIntosh MC1.2kw (X3 for LCR)
Pioneer Elite SC-LX701
McIntosh MCD205
Cambridge Audio Edge NQ
Fisher MT-6225 Turntable
Sonus Faber Olympica III
Sonus Faber Olympica I
Sonus Faber Vox
REL 212 SE (X2)