I have 1.6's and the Maggie center with MMG's as the rear. I found that by increasing the level of the center and the rears by 1-2 db., over the mains and sub, I have gotten much better imaging and clarity. And for movies only I also boost the 1Khz frequency of the center by 3db. This works in my room with my ears, but you might try it for a starting point. I have found that my center channel works better above the screen rather than below as well. Experimentation is the key. Be patient and try everything.
Magnepan center...is it really needed ?
I have a pair of Magnepan 1.6 and the Magnepan center speaker and to be honest I don't ear much difference with or without the center channel ... Is it really necessary to have a center channel with the magnepan speaker or a 4.1 will be as good as a 5.1 setting ? Cheer Alex