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Why is 2 Channel better than multi-channel?

I hear that the music fidelity of a multi-channel AV Receiver/Integrated amp can never match the sounds produced by a 2 channel system. Can someone clearly explain why this is so?

I'm planning to upgrade my HT system to try and achieve the best of both worlds, I currently have a 3 channel amp driving my SL, SR, C and a 2 channel amp driving my L and R.
I have a Denon 3801 acting as my pre. Is there any Pre/Proc out there that can merge both worlds with out breaking my bank? Looking for recommendations on what my next logical steps should be? Thanks in advance.
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darrylhifi
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Most of us have speakers in the front that cost 4 to 5 times the amount of the ones in the back.
darrylhifi
498 posts
 
Because God gave us two ears. If he gave us 5 , then multichannel would be better.
darrylhifi
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Lol I was just kidding . I enjoy my 2 channel setup , I enjoy multichannel if recorded properly. But 2 channel can be better than multi channel if your front two speakers are high end , and the rest of your speakers are mid fi.

The bottom line is if you enjoy a recording , than you enjoy a recording. I have never been to a live concert where the band says OK we can only use 2 channels and Ive never been to a concert where the performers set up surround sound. In this hobby the only one you have to entertain is yourself , if you like X or Y or both X and Y
its all good.
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