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Expanding a 2-channel system to surround

I have a Krell kav-400xi integrated amp that has a "home theater throughput" mode. This mode basically bypasses the preamp section and allows usage as a 2-channel power amp.

Are there any cheap(ish) home theater processor with a 3-channel amp? I am just thinking of adding small satellite speakers for the center and back channels, so I don't need anything particularily powerful.
ahochan

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reubent
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As Theo and Loomis said, look at receivers. Personally I like the Onkyos. Use the processor functions of the receiver and use 3 channels of amplification from the receiver. I set up a similar setup of several different occasions with good results.

Enjoy,

TIC
reubent
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Ahochan,

I really like the Onkyo receivers. Yes, any of the current models will be 7 channel. Some will have bi-amp option that will allow you to bi-amp a pair of L/R front speakers if the speakers have bi-wire/bi-amp inputs.

Check the various receiver manufacturer's websites or a large vendor site like J&R. You should be able to easily find receivers that have pre-outs and have bi-amping capability.

Enjoy,

TIC
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