The Lexicon processors provide their own 7 channel algorithm that can and does work with any format. I believe you can achieve good results with a placement that includes far left, left, center, right, and far right along the front wall and bipolar surround at listening position along side walls. This works well if your front wall is the long dimension of the room. If your front wall is the shorter dimension, you can pull the far left and far right about a third of the way to your listening position along the side walls. In every comparison I've done, I prefer the Lexicon algorithm (parameter 'side speakers on') to not usining it. (YMMV)
5.1 or 7.1 for 14' x 17' room ?
I have built a new room that is approx 13' wide x 16' long for my home office/HT/Music listening room. I am wondering if given the dimensions of the room if I should set it up for a 7.1 system or a 5.1 system.
My equipment is Lexicon MC-1, B&W Speakers, Cinepro 3K6, Plinius 2 channelamp, Pioneer elite 43" Plasma TV, AR PreAmp, DVD Player etc..
The room has vaulted cielings and hardwood floors. The cieling vaults from 8' to 11' at it's highest point. I pre-wired for 7.1 but a friend said the room is just too small for 7.1 !
What do you think? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
My equipment is Lexicon MC-1, B&W Speakers, Cinepro 3K6, Plinius 2 channelamp, Pioneer elite 43" Plasma TV, AR PreAmp, DVD Player etc..
The room has vaulted cielings and hardwood floors. The cieling vaults from 8' to 11' at it's highest point. I pre-wired for 7.1 but a friend said the room is just too small for 7.1 !
What do you think? Any suggestions would be appreciated.