Is 3 CH with a HT pre/pro better than 2 Channel


I have a nice 2 channel system that I use for music. I also have my TV's audio output connected to a input source of my 2 channel pre/amp. So, I can get listen to my TV's audio from my full range speakers (Revel Salons).

I have a sound room in a house with dimensions of 16'W x 14'L x 12'H. This room is too small to do a full 5.1 setup. I was wondering if my HT experience (ie movies/TV) would be enhanced if I purchased a centre channel, 3 channel amp, and a pre/pro. I am considering the following components:

Revel Voice
Bryston 6B-SST
Outlaw 950

I will eventually move to a bigger home and likely use these components in a 5.1 system.

Thanks in advance.
yyz

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Thanks for all the responses.

This room just barely cuts it for my music requirements. I cannot put more equipment (2 + 3.1) in there without tripping over everything.

From all the above responses received, I think the smart thing to do is hold off until I get my own house with a bigger room.

I currently have great imaging with the 2 front speakers (1 couch about 10 feet away). I created this thread because I was curious whether the HT pre/pro effects would blow me away. Sounds like it is a nice thing to have but something I can wait for.

Sdcampbell, I was debating whether to get the SP-1 at the time I purchased the BP25. I never thought I would get into HT but I enjoyed watching DVD's on my 2 channel so now I have the desire for HT.