You'll compromise dynamics processing the HD sound from the dvd player, IME. yes, Ideally you should use an outboard decoder for the latest digital hd sources. for other PCM, SACD and DVDA from better players, you can process that sound from the analog outs, however. There you will be fine, in my experience. But, you can experiment.
Otherwise, you should do fine with your speakers. I would still cross em over at 80hz to a sub for movies though. Better dynamics and power handling for sure. But, if you do full range across the board (movies and music), just go easy on the volume, and expect dynamic compromises overall
I would strongly recommend a pre/pro with DSP room correction these days - as the sonic benefits are huge in typical domestic rooms! Otherwise, look for a Rives Parc (my experience, anyway).
Otherwise the Parasound is sonically good stuff - but lacks sophisticated EQ to smooth the sound, and knock down the peaks in your system - so consider.
tell us about your room and the rest of the system? thanks
Otherwise, you should do fine with your speakers. I would still cross em over at 80hz to a sub for movies though. Better dynamics and power handling for sure. But, if you do full range across the board (movies and music), just go easy on the volume, and expect dynamic compromises overall
I would strongly recommend a pre/pro with DSP room correction these days - as the sonic benefits are huge in typical domestic rooms! Otherwise, look for a Rives Parc (my experience, anyway).
Otherwise the Parasound is sonically good stuff - but lacks sophisticated EQ to smooth the sound, and knock down the peaks in your system - so consider.
tell us about your room and the rest of the system? thanks