If you have pre-outs you can use those and separate amplification; however, the receiver has discrete amplifiers so while the mains will sound better you may not hear a huge difference with the surrounds.
I have the 50.1 and found a Yaqin MC-30L tube amplifier rated for much less power to sound better for stereo listening. At least get a stereo integrated with a home theater bypass for the best of both worlds.
Depending on your budget, the Krell S-300i would be my choice. I would have one if I had a place for it. I had to pass on a fantastic deal because I couldn't figure out where I could put it.
I have the 50.1 and found a Yaqin MC-30L tube amplifier rated for much less power to sound better for stereo listening. At least get a stereo integrated with a home theater bypass for the best of both worlds.
Depending on your budget, the Krell S-300i would be my choice. I would have one if I had a place for it. I had to pass on a fantastic deal because I couldn't figure out where I could put it.