Do not listen to those who poo-poo a multi-channel setup. When done properly, it sounds fantastic and does things that systems with only two speakers can dream about.
You need two preamps/preprocessors. The 2-channel preamp needs to have a home theater bypass. Then you need a multi-channel preprocessor. Emotiva.com makes both of these products: XSP-1 or USP-1 for the 2-channel side. They also make the UMC-200 multi-channel preprocessor.
Additionally, you'll also need either powered (active speakers) or some passive speakers. Then, a 3-5 channel power amp to power the speakers if you use passives. Lots of folks make amps like this. And I can vouch for the quality of the Emotiva amps. Their XPA-3 or XPA-5 or UPA-500 would fit the bill. Just decide on the power you need and make an order.
Finally, you'll want a subwoofer. SVS, Velodyne, Rythmik, and many, many others make very good subs, you'll need to do some homework.
Good Luck!
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You need two preamps/preprocessors. The 2-channel preamp needs to have a home theater bypass. Then you need a multi-channel preprocessor. Emotiva.com makes both of these products: XSP-1 or USP-1 for the 2-channel side. They also make the UMC-200 multi-channel preprocessor.
Additionally, you'll also need either powered (active speakers) or some passive speakers. Then, a 3-5 channel power amp to power the speakers if you use passives. Lots of folks make amps like this. And I can vouch for the quality of the Emotiva amps. Their XPA-3 or XPA-5 or UPA-500 would fit the bill. Just decide on the power you need and make an order.
Finally, you'll want a subwoofer. SVS, Velodyne, Rythmik, and many, many others make very good subs, you'll need to do some homework.
Good Luck!
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