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Best "pseudo" multi channel from 2 ch sources

As a HT novice I would very much like some guidance as to which AVR's/Processors are known for their ability to make a 2 ch source sound really good at a high end level? I find rear channel added ambiance to be enriching to the listening experience.In my case most of the source material will redbook cds. Also is a center channel speaker imperative for this scenario? Any guidance will be appreciated.
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rlwainwright
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I ahve an Emotiva UMC-1 preprocessor ($699 brand new with 5 year warranty) and it does a very good jo of synthesizing multi-channel from 2-channel sources. Just engage either Dolby PLIIx (Music or Movie) or DTS:NEO6 and have at it. Both of these can sound quite good with a proper source. I have found the effects to be quite pleasing and well worth a listen.

However, the UMC-1's DSP modes (Stadium, Hall, CLub, etc.) sound like real crap, zI never use them.

-RW-
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