Mix match 4/8 Ohm speakers on one amp?


I'm looking to buy a pair of 4 Ohm front speakers and I already have a center and two rears at 8 Ohms. Can I mix the 4 and 8 Ohm speakers on one five-channel amp that is rated for both 4 and 8 Ohms by the manufactuer?
leoturetsky

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Yes. Each channel is independent of the other, and each amp will react to its own speaker load. I have the same situation myself, using an Acurus 5 channel amp. I do not recommend this set-up, however, as it causes uneven volume across the soundfield. I am trying to dump the speakers I have and move to a matched set.